For many of us, summertime means lots of time by the pool or at the beach. While you’re there relaxing and sunning, we want you to put your best foot, or perhaps we should say your best nails, forward, and we offer these suggestions. Toenail Basics Clean your nails. During outdoor activities you may come […]

Athlete’s foot (tinea pedis) is a fungal infection that usually, though not always, begins between the toes. It often occurs in people whose feet have become sweaty while confined in tight fitting shoes. While it is usually treated with over-the-counter remedies, more serious cases may require prescription medication. Symptoms Athlete’s foot usually causes a scaly […]

The Cartiva Synthetic Cartilage Implant is now offered at Alpine Foot Specialists, and is meant for patients that suffer from arthritis of the big toe joint. Arthritis at the big toe joint is loss of cartilage with joint space narrowing and bone spurs, leading to pain and inability to participate in many activities. The Cartiva […]

Shoe inserts that you may buy at a big-box store should never be confused with the custom-made foot orthotics that we can provide you at Alpine Foot Specialists. Many of you have perhaps tried over-the-counter inserts at some time, and most of you were probably disappointed by them. The reason is simple, there is just […]

Heart disease poses many risks, including blockages that affect more than just coronary arteries. This condition is vascular disease, which often appears first in the feet. For this reason, those that suffer from heart disease need to schedule regular appointments with their podiatrists. Here at Alpine Foot Specialists, we recommend seeing us once every ten […]