Five Cities Foot & Ankle | foot-conditions

Diabetic Foot Care: Importance, Tips, and Warning Signs
posted: Apr. 07, 2024.

When you’re dealing with diabetes, you may understand that one of the most important things you can do is care for your feet. For individuals living with diabetes, proper foot Read more
Symptoms of an Ingrown Toenail
posted: Apr. 01, 2024.

Ingrown toenails are painful and ugly. They can make it difficult to put on shoes, to stand, and to walk without pain. An ingrown toenail can decrease your mobility. Your Read more
Treating Plantar Fasciitis
posted: Mar. 13, 2024.

If you are experiencing stabbing, aching heel pain on the side of your foot, or running across your heel, you could have a very common condition known as plantar fasciitis. Read more
Managing Your Heel Pain
posted: Mar. 01, 2024.

Your heels are nature’s shock absorbers, providing a cushion for standing, walking, and running. If you’ve ever experienced heel pain, you already know how it can impact your life. The Read more
The Role of Podiatry in Managing Foot and Ankle Fractures
posted: Feb. 08, 2024.

Foot and ankle fractures are a common problem, especially as you get older. Bones become more brittle, and you are less flexible than you once were. Foot and ankle fractures Read more
What You Need To Know About Ingrown Toenails
posted: Feb. 01, 2024.

Ingrown toenails can happen to anyone. If you have an ingrown toenail, chances are it’s difficult to put on shoes and want to walk around. Your podiatrist can help with Read more
Diabetic Foot Care: Preventing Complications and Maintaining Foot Health
posted: Dec. 07, 2023.

Diabetes, a condition affecting how your body uses sugar, impacts various organs, including your feet. High blood sugar can lead to nerve damage (neuropathy) and poor circulation, increasing the risk Read more
How To Prevent Ankle Pain
posted: Oct. 31, 2023.

Suffering from ankle pain? Dr. Brian O’Carroll, Dr. Byron Collier, and Dr. Steve Clark at Five Cities Foot & Ankle in Santa Maria and Pismo Beach, CA. 5 Tips for Preventing Read more
Treating Your Bunion Symptoms
posted: Sep. 13, 2023.

Bunions are a common problem. In fact, over half of the women in the United States have developed a bunion at some point, according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Read more
Bunion Treatment Options
posted: Sep. 01, 2023.

If you have a bunion, you are not alone. A bunion is one of the most common, and painful foot problems your podiatrist can treat. What You Need To Know About Read more
When You Should See a Podiatrist for Ankle Pain
posted: Aug. 08, 2023.

Ankle pain can cause problems in your life. When you have ankle pain it can affect your ability to stand, put weight on your ankle, and walk around. Fortunately, your Read more
Foot Health for Children
posted: Aug. 01, 2023.

When you think about taking care of your child, you may not be thinking about taking care of your child’s feet. The truth is, foot health for children is important, Read more
Heel Pain: Causes and Treatments
posted: Jul. 14, 2023.

When you’re dealing with an issue like heel pain, this could be caused by a variety of issues. Each issue has different specific causes and symptoms and it’s important that Read more
Suffering From Ingrown Toenails?
posted: Jun. 08, 2023.

Ingrown toenails can happen to anyone, and they can happen to you. Ingrown toenails can be painful and debilitating, making it difficult to wear shoes, stand, and walk. Fortunately, your Read more
Why Diabetic Wound Care Is So Important
posted: Jun. 02, 2023.

Foot injuries are not that uncommon, you can develop small cuts and scrapes even if you are not overly active. For the most part, these injuries can be safely cared Read more
Foot Conditions That Affect Athletes and How to Prevent Them
posted: May 01, 2023.

While being athletic can be a great way to stay in shape, you do run the risk of dealing with specific foot conditions that could affect your ability to participate Read more