Michael A. Garvin, DPM, PA

Michael A. Garvin, DPM, PA Dr. Garvin specializes in foot and ankle care. Dr. Michael A.

Garvin has been practicing podiatry on the Treasure Coast of Florida in Port Saint Lucie, for more than twenty years. Many of the conditions that Dr. Garvin treats include foot pain, heel pain, diabetic health concerns, ingrown toenails, and many other foot and ankle conditions and injuries. In addition, he treats many sports injuries related to golfing, dancing, and running such as sprained and fractured ankles.

Hammertoe causes one or more toes to bend downward at the middle joint, often due to muscle imbalance or years of wearin...
06/17/2025

Hammertoe causes one or more toes to bend downward at the middle joint, often due to muscle imbalance or years of wearing tight or narrow shoes. This condition can lead to pain, stiffness, and difficulty in finding comfortable footwear. Early care focuses on relieving pressure and improving toe alig...

Read more: https://www.doctorgarvin.com/blogs/item/1654-relieving-hammertoe-discomfort

Diabetic foot infections are a serious complication of diabetes that can last weeks or even months, if not treated prope...
05/27/2025

Diabetic foot infections are a serious complication of diabetes that can last weeks or even months, if not treated properly. High blood sugar levels can damage nerves and reduce blood flow, making it harder for wounds to heal and increasing the risk of infection. Symptoms may include redness, swelli...

Read more: https://www.doctorgarvin.com/blogs/item/1647-diabetic-foot-infections

Plantar fibromatosis, also known as Ledderhose disease, is a rare condition in which benign fibrous nodules form in the ...
05/13/2025

Plantar fibromatosis, also known as Ledderhose disease, is a rare condition in which benign fibrous nodules form in the arch of the foot along the plantar fascia. These growths develop slowly and may cause discomfort or pain when walking or standing, especially if the nodules become larger or press...

Read more: https://www.doctorgarvin.com/blogs/item/1553-risk-factors-of-plantar-fibromatosis

Neuropathic wounds are a common complication in individuals with peripheral neuropathy, particularly those with diabetes...
05/06/2025

Neuropathic wounds are a common complication in individuals with peripheral neuropathy, particularly those with diabetes. Because nerve damage reduces the ability to feel pain, pressure, or injury, small wounds may go unnoticed and worsen over time. These ulcers often develop on the bottom of the fo...

Read more: https://www.doctorgarvin.com/blogs/item/1550-understanding-neuropathic-foot-wounds

Gout in the heel is a painful condition that occurs when uric acid builds up in the bloodstream, forming crystals that d...
04/23/2025

Gout in the heel is a painful condition that occurs when uric acid builds up in the bloodstream, forming crystals that deposit in the joints, including the heel. This typically happens when the body is unable to eliminate excess uric acid, often due to factors like consuming purine-rich foods like r...

Read more: https://www.doctorgarvin.com/blogs/item/1546-gout-in-the-heel

Sever’s disease is a common cause of heel pain in growing children and adolescents. It occurs when the growth plate in t...
04/16/2025

Sever’s disease is a common cause of heel pain in growing children and adolescents. It occurs when the growth plate in the heel becomes inflamed due to repetitive stress and tension from the Achilles tendon. Risk factors include participation in high-impact sports, rapid growth spurts, and footwear...

Read more: https://www.doctorgarvin.com/blogs/item/1534-managing-sever-s-disease

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Port Saint Lucie, FL
34952

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Michael A. Garvin, DPM, PA

Dr. Michael A. Garvin has been practicing podiatry on the Treasure Coast of Florida in Port Saint Lucie, for more than twenty years. Many of the conditions that Dr. Garvin treats include foot pain, heel pain, diabetic health concerns, ingrown toenails, and many other foot and ankle conditions and injuries. In addition, he treats many sports injuries related to golfing, dancing, and running such as sprained and fractured ankles.

If you have any question or would like to schedule an appointment, call one of our offices today!

Port St. Lucie East (772) 206-0014

St. Lucie West (772) 204-0678