Ingrown toenails are a common foot problem, but they can be prevented. You should cut your toenails on a regular basis in order to avoid having ingrown toenails. When cutting your toenails, be sure to cut straight across and avoid cutting too short. If your ingrown... Read more
An ingrown toenail is a toenail that grows sideways into the nail bed, causing pain and swelling. Ingrown toenails can worsen and cause drainage, turning into a serious infection. Several factors affect whether a person is at risk from an ingrown toenail. The many... Read more
You should always make sure your shoes fit properly in order to avoid foot conditions such as plantar fasciitis. If your workout shoes are worn out, it is important to replace them. The shoes you wear should be appropriate for your gait and foot strike. Finding a... Read more
When it comes to maintaining foot health, wearing properly-fitting shoes is important. While wearing the appropriate pair of shoes may seem like a trivial concern, the reality is that improperly fitted shoes cause an astounding amount of injuries to the feet. The... Read more
Hundreds of children from the Charleston community gathered at Buist Academy in June to have their feet washed and receive a new pair of shoes. The event was hosted by Samaritan’s Feet for the one-year anniversary of the “Mother” Emanuel AME Church shooting. Marlaysha... Read more