Now that the warm weather is finally here, we’re swapping our socks and winter boots for sandals and sneakers. Keeping your feet clean and problem-free is an important thing to keep in mind this summer. Here are some tips and products that we recommend to make sure your feet are well-kept all summer long. Shower […]

For dedicated walkers and runners alike, pounding the pavement day after day can take a toll on your body. Not many of us have picture-perfect running form, which can expedite the process of developing soreness and more serious injuries. At Alpine Foot Specialists, we offer custom orthotics that you can fit into nearly any shoe […]

Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is a consequence of diabetes and affects more than 50% of those with long-standing disease. The symptoms often affect people’s ability to perform daily activities. Patients complain of burning and tingling sensations, hypersensitivity, loss of sensation, and/or a tight sensation to the feet or hands, or a combination of these symptoms. […]

If you have a bunion on one or both of your feet, you’ll know. Bunions are bony bumps that form at the inner or outer edge of the base of your big toe. The bump itself is made of both bone and soft tissue and wearing shoes that are too small or too narrow can […]

Warts are a not-so-glamorous topic that many people experience but may not necessarily want to talk about. As podiatrists, we are especially concerned with plantar warts, or warts that appear inconveniently on your feet, maybe even making it difficult to walk normally. While warts aren’t a serious health condition, they can be frustrating to get […]