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WHY ARE MY FEET ALWAYS COLD? PRECISION PODIATRY EXPLAINS. Feb 26th, 2020

It’s winter in Texas, so my feet are just cold from the cooler weather…right? While this might be a temperature issue, cold feet can also be a sign of something more serious going on in your body.  Precision Podiatry – a leading podiatrist in Austin – sees many patients with...

CORNS: WHAT ARE THEY – AND HOW DO I PREVENT THEM Feb 12th, 2020

Every year, millions of Americans suffer from the formation of corns on their feet. Many may not even realize they have corns! At Precision Podiatry – a leading podiatrist near Round Rock, TX, we treat a wide variety of foot and ankle injuries including fractures, ingrown toenails, Achilles tendonitis, and...

WINTER FOOT CARE: 4 WAYS TO PROTECT YOUR FEET ON THE SLOPES Jan 23rd, 2020

January – March are big snow ski months; those months when half of Texas heads up to Colorado or New Mexico to enjoy the snow and ski to their hearts content! Skiing can be all fun and games until an injury occurs. At Precision Podiatry – a top podiatrist in...

PODIATRY FOR SENIORS: WHY SENIORS MUST SEE A PODIATRIST REGULARLY Jan 13th, 2020

As we age, the number of doctors visits tend to increase.     There are more well checks, more follow-ups, and more ailments to tend to. It’s just a part of life.    But one doctor visit that often gets overlooked is a visit to the podiatrist near me. Foot and...

5 WAYS TO PREVENT ATHLETE’S FOOT Dec 23rd, 2019

Athlete’s foot is a common foot ailment that affects many Americans. In short, it is caused when various types of fungus attack the skin and an infection develops. If you suspect athlete’s foot, you’ll likely feel burning and itching along the bottom of your foot or between the toes. It...

WHAT IS PLANTAR FASCIITIS? Dec 13th, 2019

You may have heard the term “plantar fasciitis,” but have never really understood what it means. The truth is, plantar fasciitis is a common foot ailment that affects many Americans. As the best foot clinic in Austin, Precision Podiatry has everything you need to know to be educated on this...

HOW TO RELIEVE THE PAIN OF BUNIONS AT HOME Nov 22nd, 2019

Bunions are a common foot problem where the join connecting the big toe to the foot is deformed. This often happens gradually and can be the result of genetics, wearing ill-fitting shoes or high heels, arthritis, and more, and can be very painful.    If you are suffering from bunions...

DIABETES & FOOT HEALTH: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Nov 13th, 2019

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, spreading knowledge and advocating for the 30 million+ Americans who have diabetes and the 80+ million who are prediabetic. If not treated, diabetes can lead to a plethora of ailments, including foot injuries. If you’re a diabetic, prediabetic, or know someone who is, read...

4 SIGNS IT’S TIME FOR ORTHOTICS Oct 23rd, 2019

Orthotics are shoe inserts that are tailored for you and your feet, helping to relieve various foot and ankle ailments. They can also be called insoles, footbeds, or inserts. Many people think of orthotics as something for the elderly, but that is simply not the case. In fact, we’d be...

DO YOU SMOKE? YOUR FEET MAY BE AT RISK. Oct 10th, 2019

WHAT DO SMOKING AND FEET HAVE IT COMMON? MORE THAN YOU THINK.  While most people know the effects smoking has on your lungs, but did you know that smoking can also affect your feet? Precision Podiatry in Austin, Texas is here to help you learn more about the link and what...