Per the American Podiatric Medical Association, a bunion is a “bump” on the joint at the base of your big toe that forms when bone or tissue at the big toe joint moves out of place. Some are painless while others present discomfort so intense it renders a patient unable to fully enjoy daily activity. Either way, bunions are not only a n...
Beaver Valley Foot Clinic knows all too well the winter months are especially harsh on our feet due to cold and damp snowy conditions. The elderly and diabetic most at risk due to circulatory issues, but there are steps everyone can take to prevent foot injury during this winter season....
The care your feet require changes as the seasons do (especially when you are walking through the weather of Pittsburgh). How you care for your feet and deal with foot care treatments in the summer, for instance, is different than how you would care for your feet in the fall. When you start trading in your summer sandals for boots, you should also ...
Obviously, taking care of your diabetes is the number one way to stay safe, healthy and comfortable. But there are also steps you can take that are designed to aid in diabetic foot care. Dr. Christina Teimouri and staff at the Beaver Valley Foot Clinic are here to provide you with gentle, fast relief from all kinds of foot pain. To start, below are...
Sunshine, pool time and other elements of summer can make barefoot walking a tempting option. But these opportunities can actually become quite concerning, and should be minimized for optimal foot care and health. This makes keeping a few foot care tips in mind important for all pedestrians....
Diabetic foot ulcers are not at all comfortable. These un-healing pressure sores are caused from poor circulation in the lower limbs. Most commonly associated with diabetes, these sores are a quite painful symptom. It is imperative to see one of our professionals at the Beaver Valley Foot Clinic as soon as possible at the earliest sign of foot and ...
Diabetic foot ulcers are uncomfortable irritants that can become so severe that mild walking becomes unbearable. These open sores, or wounds, appear in nearly 15% of diabetic patients, most commonly occur on feet and lower legs. The Beaver Valley Foot clinic is here to help with gentle, fast relief of all kinds of foot pain! Don’t wait any lo...
When implementing tips for your foot ulcers, it is beneficial to also understand foot ulcers themselves. An ulcer is an un-healing or improperly healed break in the skin. When left untreated, these ulcers can can worsen, get infected, and in sever cases may lead to amputation. Although ulcers can occur anywhere on the body, diabetics’ feet ar...
There are various wart types and associated treatments. The type of treatment you should proceed with, in order to safely remove warts, will greatly depend on the type that has appeared, and its severity. Luckily for you, the Beaver Valley Foot Clinic is here to help alleviate all of your wart issues and foot discomforts. We offer several different...
Does one of your shoes wear out before the other? Do you have chronic, unexplained knee or lower back pain? Do your feet feel uneven when you walk? If you answered with anything but no, you may want to consider orthotic inserts—one of the best and easiest methods of treatment for the troubled sole. At the Beaver Valley Foot Clinic, we help yo...
Among the most common and usually most painful foot problems, bunions and hammertoes take the lead. These foot issues themselves are uncomfortable, but when left untreated they can also develop blisters, corns and ulcerations. This causes you and your feet unnecessary pain and strain, which could easily be avoided with treatment from us at Beaver V...
If you are feeling as if there is a pebble in your shoe, there may not literally be a rock in there, but there is real reason for the pain. Often when patients describe the feeling of foot pain, as if from a pebble within their shoes, or discomfort caused by wrinkled up socks, they are actually suffering from pain due to the presence of neuromas or...
If warts make an appearance in your life, there is no need to panic. Thought warts can be unsightly, painful or excessive, nowadays it is quite simple and painless to remove warts once they sprout. Yet, as important as it is to have warts treated right away, it is even more important to prevent their presence completely. At our Beaver Valley Foot C...
Your feet support and carry around the entire weight of your body every single day. This in itself can induce foot discomforts and needed relief. Yet when excess foot discomforts escalate to full-on pain, there may be something more serious going on with your feet. Symptoms such as intense heel pain and tenderness are key signs of conditions like p...
Contrary to what is often thought about the source of toenail fungus, the condition is related to minor or major injury, rather than from poor hygiene. This is why athletes are some of the most common victims of the condition. As they engage in sport activity athletes’ toes push up against their shoes, directly jamming nails into the shoe and...
Nearly 25% of all stress fractures are metatarsal stress fractures. Causing discomfort on the tops of feet below the toes, these stress fractures can severely worsen and cause further issues if left untreated. At the Beaver Valley Foot Clinic, we have everything needed to help you accurately identify and properly treat metatarsal stress fractures....
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Podiatric care at the Beaver Valley Foot Clinic has much surpassed the standards of foot treatment and attention. Not only do our services provide the best results from the most advanced technology, our skilled and experienced staff of Dr. Teimouri is also understanding and compassionate for every patient in need. And with so many different service...
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As much as we use our feet they are commonly one of the most neglected body parts. This is especially true here in Pittsburgh, since the climate often forces feet to be covered in some form of footwear for most of the year. This means that when it is time to go to the podiatrist, you may feel that your feet are unprepared for full attention and foc...
Orthoses are a simple way to help correct, relieve and prevent foot discomforts. These shoe inserts are customizable and yield several benefits when used properly. The use of orthotics can help to not only control foot pain; orthotics can also help to prevent foot pain in the future. No matter what the issue of your feet may be, custom orthotics fr...
Summer heat can be uncomfortable, but adding the issue of dealing with foot fungus will make the season seem unbearable. Foot fungus, also known as athlete’s foot, is an infection of the skin on feet, and includes uncomfortable symptoms such as itchy, burning or blistering feet. Foot fungus is contracted when microscopic fungi begin living wi...
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) is an emerging treatment for chronic plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis is an irritation to the tissue forming the arch of your foot. It causes sometimes severe pain in the arch and heel of your foot. In general, treatments for this condition can be simple, but sometimes, more aggressive ...
Toenail fungus can be very embarrassing. Fortunately, there is laser treatment available for this condition. Laser treatments for toenail fungus removal were first approved by the Food and Drug Administration back in 2010. Health care professionals at Beaver Valley Foot Clinic can use several types of lasers to remove the toenail fungus. Laser trea...
Anyone who has ever had a plantar wart knows how annoying it can be. While warts in general occur anywhere on the foot, plantar warts grow on the bottom. Many people who suffer with plantar warts take wart removal into their own hands. This is not usually recommended. To remove warts and for foot health in general, it is always good to see a podiat...
While any pain in the body is never desired, it is especially frustrating when it occurs in the foot. That's because we rely on this body part to get us where we need to be every single day of our lives. When you start to feel pain in your foot, it's crucial get to the bottom of the cause. This way once you know what the root of the pain is, you ca...
Hammertoes are a common foot problem that can cause disfiguration of your second, third, or fourth toe. They are often caused by shoes that don’t properly fit, usually high heels, which forces the tendons to tighten, leaving your middle toe or toes in an arched position. Since hammertoes can be painful from the pressure they cause, leading to...
You love to run—but you’re not sure what the best pair of shoes are for this exercise. What should you look for in a good pair of running shoes? Unfortunately, some shoes are marketed as the perfect running shoe, when in reality, they provide no support and instead can cause serious foot injuries. There are several components to a runni...
Maybe you’ve been running for years, or perhaps you just started jogging a few months ago. While it’s a great form of exercise, it can be hard on your feet. If you run several times a week and are starting to experience foot pain, you should visit a podiatrist. Whether your goal is to run in the Pittsburgh Marathon or just enjoy a run o...
Anyone who’s had a bunion can tell you that they’re very painful—even debilitating. Bunions are formed when wearing high-heeled shoes or any ill-fitting shoe that causes the big toe to drift toward the smaller toes, causing the bone on the side of the big toe to jut out. It can cause soreness and pain in your big toe and can affec...
A bunion is a condition where the bones in the toe are misaligned and cause pain, swelling, and even debilitating problems. If you have a bunion, we at Beaver Valley Foot Clinic can help give you the treatment you need.What is a Bunion?A bunion is a condition where the metatarsophalangeal joint of your big toe becomes deformed. This makes the bones...
Considering Laser Tattoo Removal? Here are 4 Things You Should Expect
Have you been considering tattoo removal? As you might expect, this is not something that most people will take lightly and many wonder just what they should expect when getting their tattoo removed. In most cases, the most effective method for tattoo removal is laser te...
People depend on their feet to carry them effortlessly throughout the day to complete tasks and get from here to there. Foot problems, such as bunions, can cause chronic pain that makes movement difficult. If you have bunions, Beaver Valley Foot Clinic outside of Pittsburgh, PA can help to restore your foot health and teach you effective bunion pre...
Kicking Your Heel Pain.
If you have heel pain, you'll need a foot doctor to help you treat the problem so you can get on with the good parts of life. The first step of treatment is to determine what's wrong. Your foot doctor will ask questions about your pain such as when it started and when it happens most often. They will also do an exam...
Kicking Your Heel Pain.
If you have heel pain, you'll need a foot doctor to help you treat the problem so you can get on with the good parts of life. The first step of treatment is to determine what's wrong. Your foot doctor will ask questions about your pain such as when it started and when it happens most often. They will also do an exam...
Toenail fungus, the most common disease of the nails, is a fungal infection in one or more of your toenails. The infection generally begins as white or yellow spot occurring under the tip of the toenail. Once the fungus spreads deeper into the nail, it will discolor, thicken and cause crumbling edges. It is not only unpleasant looking, it can be...
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