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Have you spent more time than usual being active on your feet or doing more intense exercise, and you are now experiencing heel pain when walking? In some instances, these kinds of activities lead to heel pain. The good news is, receiving an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan can quickly put you on the road to recovery. Heel pain is a common problem that affects the foot and ankle, and if you encounter this pain consistently, it may be time to see a specialist.

This post looks at the symptoms of heel pain, what plays a role in developing heel pain, ways to relieve your pain, and how Yeargain Foot & Ankle can help you heal.

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People who have light-colored skin, are over the age of 60, or tend to sunburn easily are at a high risk of developing hyperkeratosis. At Yeargain Foot & Ankle, our medical team applies specific medical treatments best suited to your condition.

Our foot and ankle specialists evaluate each patient’s condition and determine the potential causes of these foot lesions. In addition, we also provide patients with at-home treatments that can help prevent hyperkeratosis from coming back.

Learn about symptoms, causes and treatments for hyperkeratosis and what you can do to prevent them.

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The Yeargain Foot & Ankle medical team specializes in treating and removing ganglion cysts. Even though ganglion cysts are usually painless, they can cause pain if the cyst presses on a nerve.

Applying pressure on an affected tendon or on the cyst can also cause pain. You may experience tingling or a burning feeling in severe cases. Even if the cyst is still small, it can still cause muscle weakness, numbness and pain.

Learn about ganglion cysts, how they form, what they look like, their causes, diagnosis and how we treat them at Yeargain Foot & Ankle to minimize further injury.

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When faced with foot or ankle conditions, one must seek immediate medical treatment from qualified professionals. However, there are many types of healthcare providers who evaluate and treat the needs of the feet. Those who have tried searching for medical practitioners for their foot issues have most likely faced the dilemma of choosing between a podiatrist and an orthopedist.

While both professionals are qualified to treat the lower extremities, the difference between orthopedic and podiatrist lies in their education specialization, and the specific conditions each can treat.

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If you think Athlete’s Foot is a problem that only torments athletes or sportsmen and women, you’re wrong. This bothersome fungal skin infection can attack anyone. And if you’re prone to having very sweaty feet confined to shoes for hours on end, you’re just as likely to develop this foot problem as anyone else.

One of the reasons Athlete’s Foot occurs is that the fungi thrive in closed, warm, and moist environments. The fungi also feed on the keratin from your foot’s hair, nails, and skin. Could you think of a better place to live and grow than a sweaty sock?

If you’ve noticed an itchy, scaly rash developing on your foot that doesn’t seem to improve even with the help of over-the-counter topical creams, sprays or even powders, it’s time to see the experts. Luckily, treatment for Athlete’s Foot comes in the form of antifungal medication, but there’s a chance you’ll see it return at some stage.

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