Recurring foot pain can be frustrating. You rest, stretch, change your shoes, try exercises, or even complete physical therapy—only to have the same pain return when you get back to your normal activities. When foot pain keeps coming back, it may not mean you have not tried enough treatments. It may mean the underlying cause … Read more

For more than a century, podiatric physicians have built a profession uniquely dedicated to one part of the human body: the foot and ankle. Over decades, we have established rigorous medical education, hospital-based surgical residency training, board certification, and expertise that spans biomechanics, sports medicine, diabetic limb preservation, wound care, reconstructive surgery, pediatric foot disorders, … Read more

Foot & Ankle Sports Medicine in Seattle Whether you’re training for your first 5K, competing in a marathon, hiking the Cascades, playing pickleball, or simply trying to stay active, foot and ankle injuries can quickly derail your goals. Many athletes first seek care from a sports medicine physician, physical therapist, orthopedic clinic, or urgent care. … Read more

Foot & Ankle Dermatology Care in Seattle Many skin conditions affecting the feet and ankles are automatically referred to a dermatologist. While dermatologists are experts in diseases of the skin throughout the body, foot and ankle physicians (podiatrists) diagnose and treat many of these same conditions every day—often while also identifying the underlying mechanical, vascular, … Read more

Extra body weight increases the stress placed on your feet every day—but it is only part of the story. Many people assume plantar fasciitis is simply caused by being overweight. In reality, heel pain usually develops from a combination of increased load, foot mechanics, activity level, and the body’s ability to repair injured tissue. At … Read more