2024-05-03 16:05
Burning Foot Pain Syndrome and Causes
Burning pain to feet can be caused by multiple things but it is typically related to a nerve issue.
Burning pain on the top of the foo… Read More
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2024-04-25 09:55
A common skin condition, it can affect any part of the body, including eczema on your feet and legs. In this blog, we dive into the intricacies of this condition exploring… Read More
2024-04-15 15:44
Varicose veins, a common condition affecting millions globally, often manifest as visible vein swelling on the surface of the skin. Characterized by twisted and enlarged ve… Read More
2024-04-02 16:37
The Achilles tendon is the responsible for plantar flexion of the ankle which during walking helps to lift the heel off the ground. One of the strongest tendons in the huma… Read More
2024-03-22 16:02
Baxter’s nerve entrapment or baxter’s neuropathy, often overshadowed by the more commonly discussed plantar fasciitis, emerges as a pivotal culprit behind chron… Read More
2024-02-06 16:53
Turf toe is a common sports-related injury that can affect athletes of all levels. While it may sound minor, turf toe can have a significant impact on an individual’s performance and o… Read More
2024-01-19 13:21
When it comes to foot pain or discomfort, many people might not immediately think of ultrasound as a diagnostic tool. However, in the world of podiatry, Musculoskeletal Ultrasound is emergin… Read More
2023-12-28 17:48
Overview
A broken ankle, or fractured ankle, is one of the most common injuries of the lower extremity. This injury is more common in middle aged women and young men, as well as athletes of… Read More
2023-12-15 13:11
What Causes a plantar fibroma?
According to the National Library of Medicine, plantar fibromatosis, or plantar fibroma, is a non-cancerous condition characterized by the excessive growth of… Read More
2023-11-22 11:24
Are you experiencing pain on the inside of your ankle or foot? Does it get worse with physical activity or standing for long periods? If your answers to these questions are “yes”… Read More
2023-11-08 14:22
Trench foot, also known as immersion foot, is a painful and debilitating condition that primarily affects the feet. It earned its name during World War I when soldiers figh… Read More
2023-10-27 16:28
What Are Plantar Plate Tears?
Plantar plate tears are common foot injuries that occur when the ligament beneath the metatarsal heads, typically in the lesser toes, becomes… Read More
2023-10-16 12:26
A common question for sports players, trainers and physicians, “What are effective leg cramps treatments?” Leg cramps, also known as “charley horses,&rdqu… Read More
2023-09-27 16:21
A bruised heel bone, also known as a calcaneal contusion, can be a painful and frustrating condition. The heel bone, or calcaneus, is an essential part of the foot that sup… Read More
2023-09-11 11:58
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a powerful medical imaging technique that has revolutionized the way podiatrists diagnose and treat various foot and ankle conditions. T… Read More
2023-08-31 14:52
What is negative pressure wound therapy?
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) is a medical technique used to promote wound healing. It involves applying controlled negati… Read More
2023-08-15 10:43
An ingrown toenail, also known as onychocryptosis, is a common condition where the border of a toenail does not grow over the skin but into it. It most commonly affects the… Read More
2023-07-12 22:00
When it comes to foot health, we often underestimate its importance until we’re faced with discomfort or pain. Whether it’s bunions, hammertoes, stress fracture… Read More
2023-06-28 12:24
What is Tarsal Sinus Syndrome and What are the Symptoms?
Tarsal sinus syndrome, also known as sinus tarsi syndrome, is a relatively rare condition characterized by pa… Read More
2023-06-15 12:24
What is Ankle Impingement?
Ankle impingement refers to a condition characterized by pain and limited range of motion in the ankle joint. It occurs when there is compression… Read More
2023-05-15 15:31
A torn ankle ligament is a common injury that occurs when the ligaments in the ankle are stretched or torn due to a sudden twisting or rolling movement. The ankle joint is… Read More
2023-05-02 12:00
Foot injuries can be a serious concern for people with diabetes. Diabetic heel pain can occur at any age but is more common in older adults who have had diabetes for a long… Read More
2023-04-19 17:07
What are spider veins exactly?
Spider veins on the ankles and feet are small, visible veins that appear close to the surface of the skin. They are also known as telangiecta… Read More
2023-04-03 15:12
One of the common complications of diabetes is cracked feet. This occurs when the skin on the feet and heels become dry, thick, and develops small cracks. One of the primar… Read More
2023-03-28 12:58
Bunions are a common foot problem that affects millions of people worldwide. They occur when the joint at the base of your big toe becomes enlarged and protrudes outward, c… Read More
2023-03-24 13:35
Did you know that podiatric issues in women are more likely than men, especially when experiencing foot problems. Approximately 90% of women reported foot pain at some poin… Read More
2023-02-24 12:59
Are you one of the many obese individuals who suffer from ankle pain? If so, you’re not alone. Foot and ankle problems are common among people who are overweight or o… Read More
2023-02-15 16:36
Ankle surgery recovery is a process that requires patience and persistence. After undergoing foot and ankle surgery, it is important to take the necessary steps to ensure a… Read More
2023-02-06 17:09
You can’t live without them, so might as well go with what is most comfortable. Wearing the right shoes for your feet establishes several aspects of foot health; so t… Read More
2023-01-23 17:40
As we age, it’s essential to pay attention to our ankle and knee health to maintain mobility and independence. To make this simple, we’ve organized a bunch of t… Read More
2023-01-11 15:03
Ankle health starts at home. Everyone must have a proactive attitude and look closely at ongoing problems with their ankles. Maybe you’re straining your ankles too mu… Read More
2022-12-26 12:47
It’s not uncommon for someone to spend extra time walking throughout the day to come home and realize there’s a blister under a foot. Hiking, running, walking… Read More
2022-12-16 13:19
The sesamoid bone in the foot is embedded in a tendon, similar to your knee cap. They are very smooth to move over the first metatarsal bone.
Sesamoiditis can cause pain at… Read More
2022-12-12 12:00
When you hear that someone has a foot fracture, this can refer to many different bone breakages. Ankle fractures, heel bone fractures, and metatarsal fractures are just a f… Read More
2022-12-06 13:34
While you might not spend a lot of time thinking about your feet, they’re an integral part of your body. Feet are what get you through the thousands of steps that you… Read More
2022-11-25 15:41
A total ankle joint replacement, also known as arthroplasty, is often used to treat rheumatoid arthritis in the ankle. The surgical procedure is designed to improve r… Read More
2022-11-19 14:06
Did you know that arthritis in the bunion or big toe joint is the most common type of arthritis associated with the foot? It’s true. Arthritis of the big toe, also ca… Read More
2022-11-14 14:58
Are you suffering from flat feet? It’s a very common condition. Up to 25% of adults in the United States have flat feet, or pes planus. For some, it’s not a pro… Read More
2022-11-04 22:26
Struggling with an injured ankle? These injuries are exceptionally common, especially for athletes. However, anyone can sprain an ankle. It’s not just sports stars wh… Read More
2022-10-21 17:23
Embarrassed to wear sandals or flip-flops because of yellowing, crusty toenails? Toenail fungus is extremely common, and it can be unsightly. The good news is that you don… Read More
2022-09-20 19:19
How to Choose a Foot Sports Injury Specialist to Treat You
Did you know that 25% of the bones in the entire body can be found in the foot? When you combine that with the fr… Read More
2022-08-19 14:37
The Achilles tendon is a band of tissue going from the heel bone to the calf. It’s a crucial tendon for walking, running, and jumping. Just going through daily activi… Read More
2022-07-14 16:51
How Laser Treatment Works For Varicose Veins
Are you embarrassed about your bulging purple or red patches of varicose veins and tired of hiding them? Summer fun with friend… Read More
2022-05-09 20:50
THE NUMBERS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES
Venous insufficiency is a disease process which can affect all age groups. The older the group, the higher the prevalence. The overall prev… Read More
2022-04-18 14:51
Have you ever had pain that just won’t seem to resolve on its own and thought “maybe I have plantar fasciitis”? While the most common cause of chronic hee… Read More
2022-03-15 19:43
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of chronic heel pain. Many people have heard of heel spurs, but the spur itself is not the cause of the discomfort. The p… Read More
2022-02-08 19:07
Achilles tendinopathy Achilles tendinitis, tendinosis, paratenonitis, enthesopathy, and insertional tendonitis are all among the terminology used to stratify different form… Read More
2022-01-07 17:57
The numbers speak for themselves
According to the United States (US) Centers for Disease Control, there were 29.1 million Americans of all ages or 9.3% of the population in… Read More
2021-07-29 14:54
PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY TREATMENTS – CONSERVATIVE OPTIONS
In cases of early identification, Certified Foot & Ankle adopts conservative measures to best minimize any… Read More
2021-07-01 16:15
Jerry came into Certified Foot and Ankle Specialists after sustaining an injury to his left foot. After determining that his Achilles tendon had a 30% tear, Dr. Kinmon reco… Read More
2021-07-01 16:04
If you have a severe case of ankle arthritis or you sustained an injury in that past that is giving you trouble now, you may be a candidate for total ankle replacement surg… Read More
2021-07-01 15:53
Did you know that podiatrists diagnose and treat life-threatening conditions on a daily bases in their offices. Most people don’t realize that the physicians at Certi… Read More
2021-06-23 19:30
Picture yourself gearing up in your swimsuit and getting ready to go to the beach since the Covid-19 pandemic has lifted. You have your cooler filled with your choice drink… Read More
2021-06-16 13:14
Larry Bird, Kobe Bryant, Isiah Thomas, Kevin Durant, Dan Marino, David Beckham. What do these famous athletes have in common?
They all had injuries to the Achilles tendon d… Read More
2021-06-08 23:56
What are the places in the body that come to mind when you hear the word arthritis?
Most people would probably think of the hands or the hips or the knees. But one of the m… Read More
2021-05-19 09:55
One of the major complications with infected ulcerations, especially in diabetics, is lower extremity amputation. There are about 82,000 non-traumatic leg amputations perfo… Read More
2021-05-03 15:38
The inversion ankle sprain is the single most common injury in all of the sports and athletic injuries universally. If you regularly watch sporting events, you might see th… Read More
2021-04-05 16:26
Originally posted by Boca Mag on March 29, 2021https://www.bocamag.com/top-doctors-2021-ashley-bowles-dpm-facfas-cwsp/
Podiatry
SPECIALTIES: Conservative and surgical care… Read More
2021-04-05 14:16
More than 20 million people in the United States suffer from neuropathy according to the National Institute of Health. Neuropathy describes a class of disorders arising fro… Read More
2021-03-15 14:31
Morton’s neuroma is a benign, sometimes painful condition that affects the ball of the foot. It’s also called an intermetatarsal neuroma because it’s located in th… Read More
2021-03-08 16:08
Anything that inhibits your ability to walk affects your quality of life. Those feet that carry you around from place to place every day are an asset. Wounds occurring on the feet… Read More
2020-12-21 16:21
A doctor can usually diagnose diabetic neuropathy by performing a physical exam. Your doctor will check your tendon reflexes, overall muscle power/strength and sensation to touch. A… Read More
2020-12-15 17:02
Gout is a highly inflammatory type of arthritis known to cause debilitating pain, particularly in the joints of the lower extremities. While a majority of gout flares affect the lar… Read More
2020-12-07 20:28
Gout is an ancient and well known disease that’s been around for ages, historically known as the “Disease of Kings” due to its association with the consumption of… Read More
2020-11-30 18:43
Oftentimes pain in the feet can be throbbing or sharp in nature, but lack of feeling can be extremely bothersome as well. Numbness in the feet can be one of the first symptoms of so… Read More
2020-11-23 16:24
Do you ever find yourself waking up in the morning, stepping out of bed, and getting a sharp pain in your heel/bottom of your foot? Then after walking around for a while, the pain i… Read More
2020-11-11 12:56
Do you have chronic foot, ankle, or lower leg pain? Have you failed conservative treatment options such as oral medications, orthotics, cortisone injections, braces and other modali… Read More
2020-10-26 15:33
The athletic patient, whether recreational or elite, may suffer from injury or disease of their lower extremities, yet few remain as frustrating and elusive as chronic induced compa… Read More
2020-10-06 17:02
There is nothing worse than dealing with a nagging athletic injury. Whether you are an elite athlete or a weekend warrior, the guiding principles of treatment and prevention of comm… Read More
2020-09-29 15:00
What are spider, reticular and varicose veins?
Spider, reticular, and varicose veins are often the first and most visible signs of an underlying long-lasting venous disorder. Their… Read More
2020-08-17 15:45
It’s been said that “the littlest feet, make the biggest footprints.” Perhaps that’s why pediatric podiatrists and orthopedists are so busy. As podiatrists… Read More
2020-07-21 12:48
What are bunions and where do they come from?
We have all seen celebrities, like Oprah, walk down the red carpet in beautiful shoes, but displaying a large bunion. We question, &ld… Read More
2020-07-07 14:32
Unfortunately, many have heard of Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy (DPN) and suffer from the various effects of the disease. Before we dive into things, let’s define the terms… Read More
2020-06-12 13:37
What is an Ulcer?
An ulcer is a breakdown in the skin, resulting in an open sore. Generally, the ulcer is round and it may have a thickened border. Ulcers may bleed, drain or c… Read More
2020-06-02 11:52
Originally posted by Oliver’s Harvest on June 1st, 2020https://oliversharvest.com/blog/podiatry-and-cbd/
Pain is pain no matter what part of the body is affected by it. But wh… Read More
2020-05-18 19:54
Originally posted by Health Professional Radio on May 2020https://healthprofessionalradio.com.au/foot-injuries-home-exercise/
With more patients turning to home exercise there has b… Read More
2020-05-11 19:18
Podiatrists treat many sports injuries, and one of the most common athletic injuries a doctor sees in their office is a condition called shin splints. Shin splints, also known as me… Read More
2020-05-04 12:21
Wounds on the legs and feet are very common and can sometimes be tough to heal, whether it is a skin tear or a major trauma. Certified Foot & Ankle Specialists are expertly trai… Read More
2020-04-22 14:15
If you are experiencing pain around your toe, you may have an ingrown toenail; a very common condition in which a portion of the nail grows into the skin. While usually harmless, so… Read More
2020-04-20 21:27
Patients with diabetes understand the risks of a diabetic foot infection and the significance of proper foot care. In fact, according to the CDC, every year in the US approximately… Read More
2020-03-30 18:23
WE REMAIN OPEN TO SERVE YOU!
We know many of you may need to see our doctors as soon as possible. Our offices will remain open to serve all of your foot and ankle needs through this… Read More
2020-03-16 13:36
Our legs are the most important part of our body after the brain and heart. This is simply because they have the ability to bear the entire weight of the body and help us stand erec… Read More
2019-07-02 13:14
Our podiatrists and surgeons are dedicated to providing patients access to the latest and most effective treatment options to get them back on their feet.
Our team is excited to sha… Read More
2018-12-19 19:24
Dr. Kyle Kinmon, the founder of Certified Foot an Ankle Specialists, is here to talk about Total Ankle Replacement. The industry has come along way in the last decade and the proced… Read More
2018-11-30 15:58
You may realize how your daily habits can impact your feet. As your body’s foundation, what you do, and don’t do regularly, could be causing long-term damage to the stru… Read More
2018-11-28 14:34
As the holidays move in and the end of the year quickly approaches, nothing can bring down your spirit quicker than a foot or ankle problem. Keep these tips in mind throughout the h… Read More
2018-10-31 15:53
Optimum overall foot health starts with patient education. By understanding the risks your feet face daily and what you should do if issues arise, you can make a major difference in… Read More
2018-10-18 19:51
In the past, if you have been diagnosed with plantar fasciitis and your condition was not responding well to conservative treatments, surgery was likely your only other option for… Read More
2018-10-18 17:23
Before being referred to Dr. Kinmon at Certified Foot and Ankle Specialists, this patient was told amputation was his only option for relief for his Charcot Foot. Using the latest… Read More
2018-10-15 14:58
When it comes to your feet, there seems to be an endless amount of reasons you’re in pain. An injury, overuse or a diagnosed condition could be just a few of the causes for yo… Read More
2018-10-04 14:24
At Certified Foot and Ankle Specialists, our podiatrists and surgeons will first exhaust every conservative treatment method before resorting to more invasive options to provide you… Read More
2018-09-25 14:03
We’ve all heard of hip, knee and shoulder replacements, but little has been reported on ankle replacement surgery. That is because the process was not perfected. Now, a promi… Read More
2018-09-21 14:11
The Certified Foot and Ankle Specialists was the first practice to offer patients a new, state-of-the-art option for diagnosing foot and ankle conditions: the pedCAT. This com… Read More
2018-09-21 13:44
Dr. Kyle Kinmon, medical director at Certified Foot and Ankle Specialists, talks to a former patient about his recovery post-surgery to treat the arthritis affecting his big toe jo… Read More
2018-09-20 20:24
Dr. Kyle Kinmon, one of the founding physicians of Certified Foot and Ankle Specialists, was able to successfully revise a previous ankle replacement surgery. For the procedure, whi… Read More
2018-08-29 19:10
Whoever said diamonds were a girl’s best friend, clearly never saw a woman’s shoe collection. A poll by TIME found that on average, men own 12 pairs of shoes while the o… Read More
2018-08-10 15:08
As a diabetic, your health is at the forefront of your mind all year long. However, during the hot summer months, it is even more important to keep your condition in check because d… Read More
2018-08-08 20:00
As part of the philosophy of the Certified Foot and Ankle Specialist practice, our podiatrists and foot surgeons will first exhaust every conservative method to treat your foot or a… Read More
2018-07-16 18:35
Though summer conditions are present year-round in Florida, paying a little more attention to your feet during these extra hot and humid months will help keep your lower extremities… Read More
2018-06-27 12:49
Dr. Ortiz discusses why Certified Foot and Ankle Specialists is the best choice for your complete foot and ankle diagnosis, treatment and care
IF YOU’RE DEALIN… Read More
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