Foot care while working is important because many jobs require long hours of standing, walking, or lifting, which can place stress on the feet. Wearing the right shoes is essential, since proper support helps reduce pressure on the heels, arches, and toes. Stretching the feet when possible can also help improve flexibility and reduce stiffness during the day. At home, basic care like resting the feet and monitoring discomfort can help prevent problems from getting worse. Without proper care, people may develop pain, swelling, or fatigue that affects daily movement. A podiatrist can evaluate foot structure, recommend supportive footwear, and provide treatment plans tailored to work-related strain. If foot discomfort continues, it is suggested that you consult a podiatrist for an evaluation and appropriate care.

While working on the feet, it is important to take the proper care of them. For more information about working on your feet, contact Sam Sanandaji, DPM from Foot and Ankle Care Center. Our doctor will treat your foot and ankle needs.

Working on Your Feet

Standing on your feet for long periods of time can cause stress and pain in your feet. Your whole body may experience change in terms of posture, back pain, bunions, callouses and or plantar warts. There are ways to avoid these conditions with proper foot care, smart choices and correct posture.

Positive Changes

Negative heeled shoe – Choosing this shoe type places the heel slightly lower than the ball of the foot. These are great for overall foot health. Find shoes that fit you correctly.

Go barefoot – Our feet were not designed to be enclosed for all hours of the day. Try to periodically expose your feet to air.

Eliminate Pain

Foot Exercises – Performing simple exercises, incorporating yoga and doing stretches are beneficial. This will allow increased blood flow to the area and muscles of the foot.

Achilles tendon – Stretching the foot out flat on the floor will relax the calf muscles and tendon. These exercises can be performed almost anywhere. Make sure you add these exercises to your daily regimen. 

With a little bit of this information and knowing more about foot health, you will notice changes. Foot stretches and proper footwear will help with pain and prevent further issues.

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Gout is a painful form of arthritis that develops when uric acid builds up in the body and forms sharp crystals in the joints. Gout commonly affects the big toe, but it can also affect the ankle and other foot joints. A gout flare usually begins suddenly causing intense pain and swelling. Redness, warmth, and tenderness may also occur. Even light pressure from a shoe or bed sheet can cause discomfort. Gout flares can last for several days, and may return if the condition is not properly managed. Risk factors include kidney problems, obesity, and alcohol use. Sugary drinks and joint injuries are other factors. A podiatrist can diagnose gout through an exam, imaging studies, and laboratory testing. Treatment includes reducing inflammation, protecting the affected joint, and helping prevent future flare-ups that can damage the joints. If you have symptoms of gout, it is suggested that you schedule an appointment with a podiatrist for help in managing this painful condition.

Gout is a foot condition that requires certain treatment and care. If you are seeking treatment, contact Sam Sanandaji, DPM from Foot and Ankle Care Center. Our doctor will treat your foot and ankle needs.

What Is Gout?

Gout is a type of arthritis caused by a buildup of uric acid in the bloodstream. It often develops in the foot, especially the big toe area, although it can manifest in other parts of the body as well. Gout can make walking and standing very painful and is especially common in diabetics and the obese.

People typically get gout because of a poor diet. Genetic predisposition is also a factor. The children of parents who have had gout frequently have a chance of developing it themselves.

Gout can easily be identified by redness and inflammation of the big toe and the surrounding areas of the foot. Other symptoms include extreme fatigue, joint pain, and running high fevers. Sometimes corticosteroid drugs can be prescribed to treat gout, but the best way to combat this disease is to get more exercise and eat a better diet.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in Beverly Hills, CA . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.

An ingrown toenail develops when the edge of a toenail grows into the surrounding skin instead of over it. This condition most often affects the big toe, and can cause redness, swelling, tenderness, and pain along the nail border. The area may feel sore while  walking, wearing shoes, or applying pressure to the toe. In some cases, the skin may become infected, leading to drainage, warmth, or increased swelling. Common causes include trimming the nails too short, wearing tight footwear, injury to the toe, or naturally curved nails. Repeated pressure from sports or daily activities may also contribute to the problem. A podiatrist can examine the toe, determine the severity of the condition, and recommend appropriate treatment. Care may include trimming or removing the ingrown portion of the nail, treating infection, recommending proper footwear, or performing a minor procedure to help prevent recurrence. If you have an ingrown toenail, it is suggested that you schedule an appointment with a podiatrist for appropriate treatment.

Ingrown toenails can become painful if they are not treated properly. For more information about ingrown toenails, contact Sam Sanandaji, DPM of Foot and Ankle Care Center. Our doctor can provide the care you need to keep you pain-free and on your feet.

Ingrown Toenails

Ingrown toenails occur when a toenail grows sideways into the bed of the nail, causing pain, swelling, and possibly infection.

Causes

• Bacterial infections
• Improper nail cutting such as cutting it too short or not straight across
• Trauma to the toe, such as stubbing, which causes the nail to grow back irregularly
• Ill-fitting shoes that bunch the toes too close together
• Genetic predisposition

Prevention

Wearing proper fitting shoes and using proper cutting techniques will also help decrease your risk of developing ingrown toenails.

Treatment

Ingrown toenails are a very treatable foot condition. In minor cases, soaking the affected area in salt or antibacterial soaps will not only help with the ingrown nail itself, but also help prevent any infections from occurring. In more severe cases, surgery is an option. In either case, speaking to your podiatrist about this condition will help you get a better understanding of specific treatment options that are right for you.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in Beverly Hills, CA . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.

Lupus is a long-term autoimmune condition in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue. This leads to inflammation throughout the body, including the feet. The result is joint pain, swelling, and stiffness that make walking uncomfortable. The small joints in the feet and ankles are often involved, which can limit movement and affect completing daily activities. Lupus can also affect blood vessels, leading to poor circulation that causes the toes to feel cold, appear discolored, or become painful as blood flow changes. Skin problems like rashes or slow-healing sores also can develop. In addition, nerve irritation may lead to numbness, tingling, or burning sensations. A podiatrist can assess foot function, evaluate circulation, and test nerve health to address these issues. If you are suffering from foot pain related to lupus, it is suggested that you schedule an appointment with a podiatrist for relief tips and management of this condition. 

When dealing with systemic disease of the feet, it is extremely important to check the affected areas routinely so that any additional problems are caught quickly.  If you have any concerns about your feet and ankles contact Sam Sanandaji, DPM from Foot and Ankle Care Center. Our doctor will assist you with all of your podiatric needs.

Systemic Diseases of the Feet

Systemic diseases affect the whole body, and symptoms usually are displayed in the feet. This condition can make a patient’s ability to walk unbearable.  Systemic diseases include gout, diabetes mellitus, neurological disorders, and arthritis.

Gout – is caused by an excess of uric acid in the body. Common symptoms include pain, inflammation, and redness at the metatarsal/phalangeal joint of the base big toe. Gout can be treated by NSAIDs to relieve pain and inflammation, and other drugs that lower the acid levels in the body.

Diabetes mellitus – is an increase in the level of blood sugar that the body cannot counteract with its own insulin. Failure to produce enough insulin is a factor in Diabetes.

Diabetes of the Feet

Diabetic Neuropathy – may lead to damaged nerves and affect the feet through numbness and loss of sensation.

Peripheral Vascular Disease – can restrict the blood flow to the feet, and often times lead to amputation of the feet. 

If you have any questions please contact our office located in Beverly Hills, CA . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.