Foot Specialists of South Mississippi

September is National Preparedness Month
It is important to include shoes with thick soles, support the ankle, and/or waterproof to keep your feet safe from debris or flood waters. An emergency kit to treat puncture wounds that can get easily infected and bandages and wraps for foot and ankle injuries especially post emergency clean up.

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Whether it is your baby's first steps or your teen's winning goal, healthy feet are crucial for a child's milestones. Learn more about maintaining your kid’s foot health at www.apma.org/firststeps

There are many tendons in the foot; common tendinitis inflammation is Plantar fasciitis and Extensor tendinitis. This can be caused by overuse in active exercise or work, not stretching, natural foot structure.

Seek the expertise of a podiatrist and don’t let foot pain affect your lifestyle.

Let us be your foot specialist: msfootspecialists.com or 228-818-2801

A Morton’s neuroma an enlargement in the interdigital nerves between the metatarsal bones that connect your foot to your third and fourth toes; the affected nerve is thickened and swollen. It might feel like there’s a stone in your shoe.
Wearing tight shoes or heels, sports like running or tennis, physical jobs that require you at stay on your feet, other foot health issues may lead to the development of neuroma.
With the help of a podiatrist neuromas can be managed through conservative treatment in more rare cases surgery may be necessary.

Let us be your foot specialist: msfootspecialists.com or 228-818-2801

Dr. Caplis’s passion is helping his patients keep the most active and enjoyable mobile life possible. Podiatrists keep America walking by preventing higher cost critical outcomes like hospitalizations and amputations.

Let us be your foot specialist: msfootspecialists.com or 228-818-2801

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Focus on Your Feet!
Take Steps to Protect Foot Health
“If the shoe fits” Propers shoes for daily activities and exercise can help prevent conditions such as neuromas, delay bunions, avoid blisters and black toenails just to name a few.

Let us be your foot specialist: msfootspecialists.com or 228-818-2801

Dr. Caplis attended the APMA 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting in Washington DC. A productive four days of learning, networking, and community. Dr. Caplis learned from industry leaders and ran a 5K with his colleagues. This is a must-attend meeting for every podiatrist.

Growing Feet, Growing Needs:

Children’s feet are still developing, with bones, muscles, and ligaments constantly changing. Ill-fitting shoes can lead to foot discomfort, or even long-term foot problems.

Let us be your foot specialist: msfootspecialists.com or 228-818-2801

The joints in your feet support your body's weight, so an untreated bunion can be very painful. Bunions develop over time and can worsen if ignored. Don't wait – seek help from a podiatrist at the first sign of pain. Learn more at www.apma.org/bunions

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Wellness Wednesday. A heart healthy diet may improve circulation and help health issues affecting your feet. Having a diet that includes too much refined sugar and saturated fat (omega 6) are the main culprits of inflammation of the feet. Even leading to Inflammation of the plantar fascia (plantar fasciitis) which is particularly painful.

Let us be your foot specialist: msfootspecialists.com or 228-818-2801

Toe Tip. Avoid athletes foot this summer by changes socks and shoes to dry out after exercising or outdoor activities. Wear sandals at public pools or gym showers.

To properly treat Athletes foot visit your podiatrist.

Let us be your foot specialist: msfootspecialists.com or 228-818-2801

Did you know podiatrists play a crucial role in diagnosing and managing diabetes? Signs of diabetes often appear in the feet & lower legs, such as swelling, ingrown/fungal toenails, and numbness. Pay attention to changes in your feet and consult a podiatrist for early detection. Learn more: www.apma.org/diabetes

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Check out APMA’s latest podcast – “Are Annual Foot Checks the Next Frontier for Podiatry?”. Listen as Priya Parthasarathy, DPM and Timothy Miller, DPM in conversation with Bruce Nelson, director of Clinical and Consumer Research and Claims Substantiation from Dr. Scholl's discuss the importance of annual foot checks. www.apma.org/podcast

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Persistent foot pain is not normal. Ignoring pain or discomfort in your foot can lead to overcompensation causing serious foot health problems. Ignoring pain can lead to other issues, such as balance problems, falls, and chronic pain

Let us be your foot specialist: msfootspecialists.com or 228-818-2801

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Footwear on the beach is important. If you do get a puncture wound and notice signs of infection such as redness, pain, or swelling or develop a fever, seek immediate medical attention, and contact your podiatrist immediately - especially within 24 hours!
If the wound is severe and deep seek medical attention immediately.

For the severe bunion, surgery may involve removing the enlarged portion of the bone, cutting and realigning the bone, and correcting the position of the tendons and ligaments.

Let us be your foot specialist: msfootspecialists.com or 228-818-2801

Need an orthotic that keeps up with your lifestyle. We can do that!

Foot pain is never normal. Custom orthotics could be the solution you've been seeking. They are uniquely designed inserts that match the contours of your feet and are personalized to the way you move. Schedule an evaluation with your podiatrist today and discover the relief custom orthotics can bring. www.apma.org/orthotics