Amy DeGirolamo, DPM

Amy DeGirolamo, DPM Dr. DeGirolamo is a board certified Podiatrist by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.

The foot is a complex structure made up of bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments that work together to support ...
01/20/2026

The foot is a complex structure made up of bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments that work together to support the body. This intricate design allows the foot to be strong enough for weight-bearing while remaining flexible for walking, running, and balance. The joints of the foot provide mo...

Read more: https://www.flfoot.com/blogs/item/85-understanding-the-structure-of-the-foot

Swollen feet, or edema, occur when excess fluid collects in the tissues of the feet and ankles, leading to puffiness, di...
01/13/2026

Swollen feet, or edema, occur when excess fluid collects in the tissues of the feet and ankles, leading to puffiness, discomfort, and difficulty walking. While swelling can be linked to heart failure, where the heart cannot pump blood effectively, other causes include kidney or liver problems, poor...

Read more: https://www.flfoot.com/blogs/item/83-swollen-feet-and-foot-health

Foot corns are small, thickened areas of hardened skin that develop due to repeated pressure or friction, often on the t...
01/06/2026

Foot corns are small, thickened areas of hardened skin that develop due to repeated pressure or friction, often on the tops, sides, or soles of the feet. They commonly form from wearing tight shoes, abnormal foot mechanics, or frequent walking or standing. Symptoms include raised, rough bumps that c...

Read more: https://www.flfoot.com/blogs/item/81-foot-corns-and-how-to-relieve-discomfort

Choosing shoes for a toddler is an important step because their feet are still developing and the bones are soft. Bare f...
12/30/2025

Choosing shoes for a toddler is an important step because their feet are still developing and the bones are soft. Bare feet at home help new walkers learn balance, but shoes for outdoors are needed to protect the feet from rough or cold ground. When selecting shoes for a toddler, look for soft mater...

Read more: https://www.flfoot.com/blogs/item/78-choosing-shoes-for-your-toddler

A well-fitting shoe supports the foot without creating pressure points or leaving too much room for the foot to slide. T...
12/23/2025

A well-fitting shoe supports the foot without creating pressure points or leaving too much room for the foot to slide. The toes should have enough space to move comfortably, with about a thumb’s width between the longest toe and the front of the shoe. The heel should sit securely without slipping, a...

Read more: https://www.flfoot.com/blogs/item/76-finding-shoes-that-truly-fit-well

Type one diabetes is an autoimmune condition in which the body no longer produces insulin, requiring lifelong management...
12/16/2025

Type one diabetes is an autoimmune condition in which the body no longer produces insulin, requiring lifelong management to keep blood sugar within a healthy range. These ongoing shifts can influence foot health in subtle, but important ways. Circulation may become less efficient over time, leading...

Read more: https://www.flfoot.com/blogs/item/74-how-type-one-diabetes-can-affect-the-feet

A diabetic foot ulcer is an open wound that develops when high blood sugar levels affect circulation and nerve function ...
12/09/2025

A diabetic foot ulcer is an open wound that develops when high blood sugar levels affect circulation and nerve function in the feet. These changes make the skin more vulnerable to injury and slow the body’s ability to heal. Ulcers often begin as a small blister, callus, or unnoticed cut, especially...

Read more: https://www.flfoot.com/blogs/item/72-when-a-small-sore-becomes-a-serious-concern

A painful pinky toe can make every step feel uncomfortable, and the causes are often more varied than expected. Wearing ...
12/02/2025

A painful pinky toe can make every step feel uncomfortable, and the causes are often more varied than expected. Wearing tight shoes that squeeze the toes can lead to irritation, corns, or calluses along the sides of the toe. Some people develop a small bony bump that rubs against footwear, while oth...

Read more: https://www.flfoot.com/blogs/item/70-when-a-painful-pinky-toe-needs-a-closer-look

Morton’s neuroma is a painful condition that develops when the tissue around a nerve between the toes thickens, often du...
11/25/2025

Morton’s neuroma is a painful condition that develops when the tissue around a nerve between the toes thickens, often due to pressure from tight shoes, high heels, or repetitive impact activities. It may look subtle from the outside, but many people feel a sharp, burning, or tingling sensation in th...

Read more: https://www.flfoot.com/blogs/item/67-navigating-the-discomfort-of-morton-s-neuroma

Toenail fungus, also known as onychomycosis, is a common infection that develops in stages. In the early stage, the nail...
11/18/2025

Toenail fungus, also known as onychomycosis, is a common infection that develops in stages. In the early stage, the nail may appear dull or discolored with white or yellow spots. As the infection progresses, the nail thickens, becomes brittle, and may start to lift from the nail bed. In the advanced...

Read more: https://www.flfoot.com/blogs/item/65-understanding-the-stages-of-toenail-fungus

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