posted: Feb. 13, 2026.

Bunions are a common foot deformity that can gradually worsen over time if left untreated. This condition develops when the joint at the base of the big toe shifts out Read more

posted: Aug. 05, 2025.

Plantar fasciitis is a prevalent condition characterized by inflammation of the plantar fascia, the ligament spanning the bottom of the foot, leading to sharp heel pain. This condition is particularly Read more

posted: Mar. 21, 2025.

Bunions are more than a cosmetic concern. For many people, they cause ongoing pain, interfere with daily movement, and make finding comfortable shoes a challenge. While conservative treatments such as Read more

posted: Oct. 01, 2024.

When you are suffering from heel pain, one of the most common causes is plantar fasciitis. About two million people are diagnosed with plantar fasciitis every year. In Pismo Beach Read more

posted: Sep. 11, 2024.

At Five Cities Foot and Ankle, Dr. Brian O’Carroll and Dr. Byron Collier can provide the best diabetic wound care in Pismo Beach and Santa Maria, CA, that makes sense Read more

posted: Jan. 25, 2024.

If you’re suffering from bunions, Dr. Brian O’Carroll, Dr. Byron Collier, and Dr. Steve Clark at Five Cities Foot & Ankle in Santa Maria and Pismo Beach, CA, are here Read more

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

posted: Jun. 02, 2023.

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Dealing with heel pain can be irritating and you might find that you’re unable to participate in some of your favorite activities. Heel pain can be caused by numerous issues, Read more

posted: Feb. 01, 2023.

When it comes to your feet, it’s important that you’re doing what you can to keep them healthy and strong, since they’re so important to your daily life. There are Read more

posted: Jan. 19, 2023.

Your podiatrist is a foot and ankle specialist who can treat a wide variety of foot, ankle, and toe conditions. Your ankles, feet, and toes perform important functions helping you Read more

posted: Jan. 01, 2023.

Diabetes is one of the most serious health conditions because it has such harmful effects on your entire body. Diabetes is especially damaging to your extremities, including your feet. If Read more

posted: Dec. 20, 2022.

When you experience foot pain, you might be tempted to ignore it. That’s a bad idea. Foot pain can grow worse over time, leading to loss of mobility and a Read more

posted: Dec. 01, 2022.

If you have a hard, bony lump on the side of your big toe, it’s probably a bunion. Bunions are caused by a genetic bone deformity which makes your big Read more

posted: Nov. 17, 2022.

An ingrown toenail is a toenail which has grown into the surrounding skin of your toe. If you’ve ever had an ingrown toenail, you already know how painful it can Read more