3 Signs You Might Have a Plantar Fascia Rupture
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3 Signs You Might Have a Plantar Fascia Rupture

3 Signs You Might Have a Plantar Fascia Rupture Heel pain often stems from plantar fasciitis (an inflammation of the thick band of tissue supporting your foot’s arch), but that’s not always the culprit. Sometimes, the nagging ache can actually be a signal of something more serious: a plantar fascia rupture. In this post, Batavia…

Foot and Ankle Care Creates Total Body Wellness!
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Foot and Ankle Care Creates Total Body Wellness!

Foot and Ankle Care Creates Total Body Wellness! Wellness starts from the ground up, but all too often, conversations focus on topics like facial treatments, yoga, or holistic self-care rituals. While all of those things can be valuable, the fact is that your feet and ankles probably matter more when it comes to your overall…

Stay Stable in September: A Guide to Falls Prevention
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Stay Stable in September: A Guide to Falls Prevention

Stay Stable in September: A Guide to Falls Prevention September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month for good reason: with the advent of autumn and lower light throughout the day, your risk of falls increases significantly. As a leading cause of injury for individuals of all ages in the United States, falls can carry serious consequences…

Persistent Problems and SWIFT Solutions: Beat Plantar Warts with Microwave Technology
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Persistent Problems and SWIFT Solutions: Beat Plantar Warts with Microwave Technology

Persistent Problems and SWIFT Solutions: Beat Plantar Warts with Microwave Technology Plantar warts, those stubborn, pressure-bearing growths on the soles of your feet, can be a painful nuisance for quite some time. Caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), they often appear where your foot endures the most impact – the bottom. Children and seniors, with…

Beat Bunions for Good With 3D Lapiplasty
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Beat Bunions for Good With 3D Lapiplasty

Beat Bunions for Good With 3D Lapiplasty Bunions are common, but that doesn’t mean they’re no big deal.  Beyond aesthetic concerns, they can cause serious pain and discomfort, making it difficult to wear your favorite shoes. Fortunately, Batavia Foot Care Center has some great treatment options available. The blog below will cover a few fast…

From Sprain to Strain: Addressing Chronic Ankle Instability
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From Sprain to Strain: Addressing Chronic Ankle Instability

From Sprain to Strain: Addressing Chronic Ankle Instability Ankle sprains are so common that it’s easy to assume they are minor concerns, undeserving of any serious medical attention. However, neglecting a sprain can lead to a more severe condition later on, one that won’t simply vanish on its own: Chronic ankle instability (or CAI for…

Shockwave Therapy Gets You Back on Your Feet
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Shockwave Therapy Gets You Back on Your Feet

Shockwave Therapy Gets You Back on Your Feet At Batavia Foot Care Center, we know that heel pain isn’t just unpleasant; it’s limiting. Your feet are the centerpiece of your biomechanics, so when they’re aching, the rest of your body suffers, too. Everything from your choice of shoes to your pursuit of daily activities can…

Treating Plantar Fasciitis: From Stretches to Surgery
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Treating Plantar Fasciitis: From Stretches to Surgery

Treating Plantar Fasciitis: From Stretches to Surgery Plantar fasciitis is a common condition, but it can be uncommonly persistent and resistant to treatment. The team at Batavia Foot Care Center sees plenty of cases, so we’ve got a good grasp of all the different ways heels can ache. What do all cases have in common?…

Winter Wipeouts and What You Can Do About Them
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Winter Wipeouts and What You Can Do About Them

Winter Wipeouts and What You Can Do About Them As most people know, winter brings more than freshly driven snow and icicles on the windows. Despite the pretty scenery, cold weather presents an increased risk of slips and falls. And unfortunately, even minor stumbles can cause injuries that inflict pain, restrict mobility, and lead to…