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Our podiatry offices are conveniently located in Scottsdale and Buckeye, AZ.

$Some ankle fractures involve more than a simple break, and can affect multiple structures at once. In a less common patt...$

04/14/2026

Some ankle fractures involve more than a simple break, and can affect multiple structures at once. In a less common pattern, the talus, a central bone in the ankle, can split from front to back while the inner ankle bone is also fractured. This type of injury may occur when the foot is forced...

Read more: https://www.extremityhealthcenters.com/blog/a-rare-ankle-fracture-and-what-it-means

04/07/2026

Toenail loss can occur for a number of reasons. Trauma, such as stubbing the toe, dropping a heavy object on it, or repeated pressure from tight shoes or sports activities, is a common cause. This can lead to blood collecting under the nail, which may cause it to loosen and detach. Fungal...

Read more: https://www.extremityhealthcenters.com/blog/causes-of-toenail-loss

03/31/2026

A bunionette, also called a tailor’s bunion, is a painful bump that forms on the outside of the foot at the base of the fifth toe. It gets its name from tailors who once sat cross-legged for long periods, placing pressure on the outer edge of the foot. Over time the fifth metatarsal bone begins to...

Read more: https://www.extremityhealthcenters.com/blog/what-is-a-bunionette

03/24/2026

Diabetes is a chronic metabolic condition that affects how the body regulates blood glucose levels and can lead to several complications that impact foot health. Over time, diabetes may cause nerve-related damage known as neuropathy, which reduces sensation in the feet and makes it difficult to...

Read more: https://www.extremityhealthcenters.com/blog/diabetes-related-foot-problems

03/22/2026

Neuropathy is a condition that can lead to numbness or loss of sensation in the feet, but it can also cause pain. This condition is more likely to develop for those who are diabetic, obese, or with high blood pressure.

Read more: https://www.extremityhealthcenters.com/blog/are-you-suffering-from-nerve-damage-1

03/17/2026

Flat feet are typical in children and adolescents, but they do not always cause discomfort. In some young patients, however, the arch collapses more than expected during standing or walking. This excessive inward rolling, known as over-pronation, can place strain on muscles, ligaments, and growing...

Read more: https://www.extremityhealthcenters.com/blog/when-flat-feet-cause-pain-in-children-and-teens

03/10/2026

Foot pain affects up to one in four people at any given time and can interfere with walking, balance, and overall quality of life. Pain may come from the foot bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, nerves, skin, or toenails. Common causes of foot pain include tendonitis, which is inflammation of a...

Read more: https://www.extremityhealthcenters.com/blog/causes-of-foot-pain

03/03/2026

Cracked heels are a common foot condition in which the skin surrounding the heel becomes dry, thickened, and split. This occurs when the skin loses moisture and elasticity, making it less able to withstand pressure when standing and walking. Weather changes, especially cold or dry climates, can...

Read more: https://www.extremityhealthcenters.com/blog/cracked-heels-and-podiatric-care-for-relief

02/24/2026

A plantar fibroma is a firm, noncancerous growth that develops within the plantar fascia, the thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot. A fibroma typically appears as a small, noticeable lump in the arch that may gradually increase in size. The exact cause is not always clear,...

Read more: https://www.extremityhealthcenters.com/blog/facts-about-plantar-fibromas

02/20/2026

Heel pain can negatively affect your day-to-day life. Simple activities like walking can become incredibly uncomfortable or painful due to heel pain.Don’t live with heel pain and get treated.

Read more: https://www.extremityhealthcenters.com/blog/heel-pain-in-the-morning-1

02/17/2026

A bunion is a common foot deformity that develops when there is a visible bump at the base of the joint in the big toe as the toe shifts towards the smaller toes. Bunions are also known as hallux valgus, a medical term that describes the angled position of the big toe. Some people refer to them as...

Read more: https://www.extremityhealthcenters.com/blog/when-a-bunion-is-more-than-a-bump

02/10/2026

Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis both affect joints, but they develop in very different ways. Osteoarthritis is a wear-related condition that occurs when joint cartilage gradually breaks down over time. In the feet, it often causes stiffness, aching, and pain that worsens with activity and...

Read more: https://www.extremityhealthcenters.com/blog/understanding-two-common-types-of-arthritis-in-the-feet

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Scottsdale, AZ
85258

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