by Twin Cities Foot & Ankle Clinic | Aug 13, 2024 | Foot Pain, Uncategorized
Approximately 38% of people have a heel spur: a bony protrusion on the bottom of the heel bone. The protrusion, which is also known as an osteophyte or calcaneal spur, can be up to half an inch in length and appear hooked, pointed or shelflike in shape. A podiatrist...
by Twin Cities Foot & Ankle Clinic | Nov 17, 2022 | Foot Pain
“I’ve been in practice for 30 years,” said Dr. Judith Sperling, co-owner of Twin Cities Foot & Ankle Clinic. “Podiatry has always been very good to me. After a while I felt the urge to start giving back, which is why I joined St. Mary’s...
by Twin Cities Foot & Ankle Clinic | Feb 15, 2022 | Foot Pain
Maybe you spent too much time walking around in a brand new pair of shoes. Or perhaps you exceeded the distance over which a pair of flip-flops or high heels can comfortably carry you. Now, regrettably, you have one or more blisters on your feet. Excessive friction...
by Twin Cities Foot & Ankle Clinic | Dec 6, 2021 | Ankle Pain, Foot Pain
In a recent survey of gymgoers, 39% of respondents reported that they work out in order to counterbalance the stress they encounter during their everyday lives. Higher percentages of respondents said they exercise to stay healthy, get stronger or lose weight – but...
by Twin Cities Foot & Ankle Clinic | Nov 11, 2021 | Foot Pain
We would hate to make a season so nice as winter sound all mean and scary. It is the only time of year when it’s socially acceptable to drink eggnog, after all. But with the bitter cold come many new health hazards to seniors, who must take certain precautions...
by Twin Cities Foot & Ankle Clinic | Aug 19, 2021 | Foot Pain
The arch is an extremely hard-working part of your foot. This area, which extends from the heel to the ball of your foot, helps to absorb shock while you are walking. It also bears much of your overall body weight and gives you the balance and stability you need to...
