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Diabetic Wound Care: Challenges You May Face in the Summer
The good news is that summer is here! The not-so-good-news is that this time of year can present some difficult challenges when it comes to caring for any potential wounds you may have developed in your lower limbs. So though…
Tips for Managing Diabetes as the Weather Heats Up
Although the constant, scorching heat of July and August is still a ways off, there’s a definite warming trend here in Waco. April is usually the month when the mercury begins approaching the 90-degree mark, and that will…
Advanced New Therapies To Heal Wounds (and Prevent Amputations)
There are very few things more devastating than being told that you need to amputate your foot to save your life. To call amputation a “life-altering” event wouldn’t do it justice. For most people it not only means a…
Watch for Heel Pain After Coming Out of Hibernation
Heel pain can become chronic and debilitating if not cared for properly. The experts at Waco Foot & Ankle / Heart of Texas Heel Pain Center utilize the latest advancements in medicine to offer nonsurgical treatments to resolve your pain and suffering to get you back to the life you love.
Foot & Ankle Specialist
Have you ever wondered what a podiatrist or foot and ankle surgeon is? In a nutshell, a podiatrist is physician who has extensive training in and dedicated their practice to the diagnosis and treatment of conditions that involve the foot, heel and ankle. Here is some helpful information about our specialty.
Heel Pain / Plantar Fasciitis
Do you suffer from heel pain? The first thing you need to understand is that heel pain is a very common complaint. There are multiple causes of heel pain. Plantar Fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain in adults. The good news is that it is very treatable. Here is more information about plantar fasciitis and available treatments.
Winter is Fall Season
Here in the Heart of Texas we rarely get snow but we do get that dreaded ice. Icy surfaces are a major cause of foot and ankle problems including ankle sprains and fractures. This Holiday season, through all the hustle and bustle, watch out for those patches of ice. Here are some tips to help you avoid a fall: