Foot & Ankle Blog

Living with an ingrown toenail is almost impossible, as it makes your feet uncomfortable since it results in swelling, infection, or toe pain. This problem is common with the big toe and happens when the nail can’t fit well in the side groove because of a damaged nail...

Ingrown toenails are not only unsightly in open-toed shoes, but they can also be extremely painful. The good news is that you don’t need to suffer. As podiatrists, we’re happy to share some of our trade secrets with you. An ingrown toenail is a very common issue that...

You may have seen them before on the soles of your own feet or others; small, callous-like growths. They're called plantar warts, and while they might not be the prettiest things in the world, they're usually pretty harmless. We want to answer all your questions about...

Arthritis in the feet or ankles can often feel inhibiting and punishing – almost like a prison sentence. The things you love to do and places you want to be can start to come with plenty of second-guessing as to whether they’re worth the potential pain. Arthritis can...

There’s often lots to prep for when sending your child back to school. Health and safety are at the forefront of many parents’ minds more than ever before, but don’t forget about your child’s foot care when going through your mental checklist! Back-to-school means...

Any time a sports injury occurs to your ankle, it should be a game-stopper.  Even when you believe an ankle injury is something you could continue playing or performing on, that never means you should.  Not respecting sports injuries can quickly lead to more severe...

There are many different terms that describe various specific misalignments in a child’s feet, such as clubfoot and skewfoot. Forefoot adduction tends to be a bit simpler and more general of a term, and is among the most common symptoms that can be noted at birth....

At Southern California Foot & Ankle Specialists, we are highly committed to helping children and their families through the journey of managing and correcting congenital birth defects and deformities. While clubfoot receives particular focus, there are many other...