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Affiliated Foot Care Center

Affiliated Foot Care Center, with offices in Middlefield and Wallingford, CT is dedicated to getting to the root of your foot or ankle problem.

03/17/2026

Foot and ankle injuries are frequent concerns for basketball players because quick pivots, sharp stops, and repeated jumping place heavy stress on the lower limbs. Sprains are especially troublesome, often occurring when the foot rolls inward or outward and overstretches the supporting ligaments of...

Read more: https://www.drgordonfosdick.com/blog/foot-and-ankle-injuries-in-basketball.html

03/10/2026

Foot and ankle tendonitis occurs when the strong bands of tissue that connect muscle to bone become irritated or inflamed. This condition often develops from overuse, sudden increases in activity, improper footwear, or biomechanical imbalance. Patients may notice aching, stiffness, or sharp pain...

Read more: https://www.drgordonfosdick.com/blog/inflamed-tendons-in-the-foot-and-ankle.html

03/06/2026

Suffering from this type of pain? You may have the foot condition known as Morton's neuroma. Morton's neuroma may develop as a result of ill-fitting footwear and existing foot deformities. We can help.

Read more: https://www.drgordonfosdick.com/blog/why-live-with-pain-and-numbness-in-your-feet-7.html

03/03/2026

Morton's neuroma is a painful condition caused by thickening of the tissue surrounding a nerve between the toes, most commonly between the third and fourth toes. It develops when the nerve is compressed or irritated over time. Common causes include wearing high heels, narrow or pointed shoes,...

Read more: https://www.drgordonfosdick.com/blog/how-to-find-relief-from-mortons-neuroma.html

02/24/2026

Foot blisters develop when repeated friction, heat, or moisture causes the upper layers of skin to separate and fill with fluid. They commonly form during walking, running, or exercise, especially when shoes rub against the skin. New or poorly fitting footwear, thin socks, and seams inside shoes...

Read more: https://www.drgordonfosdick.com/blog/why-foot-blisters-form-and-how-to-treat-them.html

$Stress fractures are small cracks in foot bones that develop from repetitive impact and overuse, most commonly seen in r...$

02/17/2026

Stress fractures are small cracks in foot bones that develop from repetitive impact and overuse, most commonly seen in runners. They occur when training demands exceed the ability of bone to repair and adapt. Symptoms often begin as mild pain during activity, and gradually progress to persistent...

Read more: https://www.drgordonfosdick.com/blog/causes-of-foot-stress-fractures-in-runners.html

02/10/2026

Wearing the right running shoes plays an important role in comfort, performance, and injury prevention. Arch type influences how the foot absorbs shock and transfers force during movement. People with low arches often overpronate, meaning the foot rolls inward excessively. Stability or motion...

Read more: https://www.drgordonfosdick.com/blog/finding-the-best-running-shoes-for-your-arch-type.html

02/04/2026

Have your child's feet been examined lately? Healthy feet are happy feet. If your child is complaining of foot pain, it may be a sign of underlying problems.

Read more: https://www.drgordonfosdick.com/blog/do-your-childs-feet-hurt-7.html

02/03/2026

Foot and ankle anatomy plays a vital role in movement, balance, and daily comfort. The structure includes joints, tarsal bones, metatarsals, and phalanges that work together to support body weight and allow smooth motion. Ligaments connect these bones and help create stability by guiding proper...

Read more: https://www.drgordonfosdick.com/blog/foot-anatomy-and-stability.html

01/27/2026

Pain in the second toe is a frequent complaint podiatrists hear and can develop for several reasons. This toe often absorbs extra pressure during walking, especially when the big toe does not move well or when foot structure puts more weight on the front of the foot. Over time, the joint at the...

Read more: https://www.drgordonfosdick.com/blog/why-pain-develops-in-the-2nd-toe.html

01/20/2026

Foot infections can affect the skin, nails, and deeper tissues of the toes, soles, and ankles when bacteria or fungi enter small breaks in the skin. Fungal infections involve athlete’s foot, which affects the skin between or under the toes, and onychomycosis, which causes thickened, discolored...

Read more: https://www.drgordonfosdick.com/blog/types-of-infections-in-the-feet.html

01/13/2026

A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore that develops due to nerve damage, poor circulation, and pressure on the feet in people with diabetes. The process often begins with a normal foot that appears healthy, but may already have reduced sensation. An at-risk foot shows changes like numbness, dry...

Read more: https://www.drgordonfosdick.com/blog/stages-of-a-diabetic-foot-ulcer.html

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470 Main Street
Middlefield, CT
06455

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+18603498500

Website

https://drgordonfosdick.com/

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