Five Cities Foot & Ankle

Hammertoes and Their Causes
posted: Aug. 17, 2022.

Discover more about this foot deformity and why it happens. Bunions always seem to get the spotlight when talking about foot deformities; however, it’s also essential to shed light on hammertoes. Read more
Are You Dealing With Bunion Pain?
posted: Aug. 01, 2022.

Find out how to get your bunion pain under control and when to see a podiatrist. A bunion is a painful foot deformity that warrants turning to a podiatrist to learn Read more
Do I Have an Ingrown Toenail?
posted: Jul. 19, 2022.

Are you dealing with a painful toenail? It could be an ingrown toenail. Any ingrown toenail happens when the edge of a toenail, typically the big toenail, grows into the skin. Read more
Ways To Prevent Ingrown Toenails and When To Seek Help
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

Prone to ingrown toenails? Here’s what you should know… Let’s take a look at how to protect your ingrown toenails and when it’s time to turn to a podiatrist to treat Read more
Don’t Let Ankle Pain Slow You Down
posted: Jun. 06, 2022.

Learn more about ankle pain, how to treat it and when to seek professional care. It should go without saying that if you are dealing with ankle pain, it isn’t something Read more
How A Podiatrist Can Help You With Your Heel Pain
posted: May 19, 2022.

Are you dealing with a nasty case of plantar fasciitis? Heel pain is a frustrating little problem, especially if you are someone who values their morning run or daily exercise routine. Read more
How is Plantar Fasciitis Treated?
posted: Apr. 05, 2022.

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain that the podiatric team here at Five Cities Foot & Ankle sees in adults. Heel pain can happen Read more
Treating Your Bunions
posted: Apr. 01, 2022.

Have you been diagnosed with a bunion? A bunion is a common foot deformity that if left untreated can cause significant pain, swelling, structural changes and even trouble walking. Of Read more
Diabetic Wound Care FAQs
posted: Mar. 18, 2022.

How your podiatrists in Pismo Beach, CA, can help your feet when you have diabetes. If you have diabetes, you already know how it can affect your body, but did you Read more
Signs And Symptoms Of Ankle Pain and How We Can Help
posted: Mar. 16, 2022.

Heel pain, whether brought on by an accident or it's a chronic discomfort you've been struggling with for some time, it's important to be examined by a professional. You may Read more
Preventing Blisters on Your Feet
posted: Feb. 11, 2022.

A blister can be a real nuisance. It can make it uncomfortable to walk around, let alone try to go on your run. Fortunately, there are some simple things you Read more
What Is the Main Cause of Plantar Fasciitis?
posted: Jan. 06, 2022.

Is heel pain becoming a common occurrence for you? Heel pain is one of the most common foot problems that our Pismo Beach, CA, podiatrists Dr. Steve Clark, Dr. Brian O’Carroll Read more
What To Do About My Sweaty Feet?
posted: Nov. 24, 2021.

Sweating occasionally is normal. It could be a particularly hot day or you could simply be hitting your workout hard. In these instances, sweating isn’t just normal, it’s expected; however, Read more
Splinters in Your Feet
posted: Nov. 01, 2021.

Getting splinters in the feet is fairly common. Of course, some people wonder if they can simply leave a splinter in their foot and let it work itself out. Others Read more
Finding Relief From Painful Bone Spurs
posted: Oct. 22, 2021.

Bone spurs may develop on your foot over time and cause severe pain. Recovering from this health issue requires a careful approach and a myriad of different treatments. Understanding each Read more
Signs of a Broken Toe
posted: Oct. 06, 2021.

A broken toe is one of the most common minor injuries that you can suffer. However, sometimes, it can prove difficult to tell whether or not you actually have a Read more