Toe pain can originate from corns, calluses, hammertoes, and bunions, as well as ingrown toenails, sprains, fractures, and dislocations. Corns develop as the toe rubs against the inside of a shoe which causes the skin to thicken as a form of protection. A corn is typically cone-shaped and has a small, hardened spot that points inward. When a corn is pressed into the skin, the toe becomes painful. Corns usually form on the top or side of the toe. A callus is also a thickened patch of skin that generally forms on the bottom of the foot. Calluses are the result of friction from the toe rubbing against the inside of a shoe. They may also occur by walking barefoot or having flat feet. A hammertoe is a bump on the knuckle of the second toe that is produced by wearing shoes that are too short for your feet. The bony protrusion rubs against the top of the shoe causing pain and irritation. A bunion is a malformation of the big toe. The base of the big toe pushes away from the smaller toes, forcing the top of the big toe to press toward the other toes. Bunions can be hereditary, or they can result from injury to the toe joint or from wearing high heels with a narrow toe box. The toe becomes inflamed, and a bump may develop at the end of the misplaced bone. Ingrown toenails typically affect the big toe and its surrounding skin. The nail will dig into the skin and become painful. Wearing tight or narrow shoes that compress the big toe causes the nail to grow into the fleshy part of the toe. Cutting toenails incorrectly can also add to the development of an ingrown toenail. A toe sprain originates from a torn or stretched ligament. Strapping the injured toe to the toe next to it for stabilization is common. A broken or fractured toe usually occurs from trauma like dropping a heavy object on it or bumping into something extremely hard and rigid. Osteoporosis, a thinning of the bones, can also bring about toe fractures. 

Any of the conditions mentioned can lead to pain and irritation. While some are more serious than others, seeking an examination and diagnosis from a podiatrist is a good idea. A podiatrist can treat each ailment and get you back on your feet again without pain.

 

Read more about Plantar Warts

Plantar warts are growths that typically appear on the heels or other weight-bearing areas of the feet. These warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). The virus enters the body through breaks in the skin, such as cuts, that are on the bottom of the feet. Plantar warts are more likely to affect children and teenagers, people with weakened immune systems, people who have a history with plantar warts, and people who walk barefoot in environments exposed to a wart-causing virus.

If you suspect you have plantar warts, you may have the following symptoms: pain or tenderness while walking, a lesion that interrupts the ridges in the skin of your foot, small fleshy lesions on the bottom of the foot, or a callus where a wart has grown inward over a well-defined spot on the skin.

HPV causes plantar warts to form and is very common. There are more than 100 kinds of the virus in existence. However, only a few of them cause warts on the feet. The other types of HPV are likely to cause warts on other parts of the body.

If you have plantar warts, your podiatrist may try different treatment methods depending on your specific case. Some treatments for plantar warts are peeling medicines (salicylic acid), freezing medicines (cryotherapy), or surgical procedures. Laser treatments and vaccines are also used to treat plantar warts.

Read more about Getting the Right Shoe Size: To Keep Your Feet Happy

People are constantly wearing improperly-fitting shoes. Though it isn’t hard, picking the right shoes does require keeping a few things in mind.

Shoe stores have rulers so you can get an exact measurement of your feet. Be sure to always measure your feet with your shoes on. Measuring just your foot will give you a shoe size that is 1-2 inches too small for picking the right size shoe.

To ensure that your toes won’t be cramped, make sure there is wiggle room. Approximately one inch should be between your toes and the tip of your shoe. It is easy to tell if your shoes are too tight, because you will start to experience pain, blisters, and swelling.

Additionally, do not always assume your shoe size will be the same at every store. Manufacturers sometimes run differently, and your size will vary from brand to brand. Make sure the stores you purchase from have return policies, in case there is a problem.

Rather than shoe shopping in the morning, it is advised to shop for shoes later in the day. Your feet will swell as the day passes. If shoes are purchased in the morning, they may not be as snug as they should be. Furthermore, not all two feet are the same size. Therefore, accommodations may be necessary.

An overall concern in buying shoes is making sure they are comfortable and supportive. There is no such thing as a shoe being ‘broken in’. If they are uncomfortable at the store, they likely will always be uncomfortable.

Since we do a lot of walking, it is important that we pick the right shoes. Our feet will benefit from this, and we will be happier and healthier because of it.

Tolcylen is the Solution to Your Fungal Toenail Infection

Tolcylen Antifungal Solution For Thick and Discolored Nails

Fungal toenails can be embarrassing, stubborn, and even painful. With so many unvetted treatments out there, it’s hard to know which ones will work and which ones are a waste of money. Tolcylen Antifungal Solution is a podiatrist-recommended product that can help to rid you of your fungal infection and improve the overall appearance of your nails.

How Does Tolcylen Work?

With its FDA-approved formula, Tolcylen works by penetrating the nail itself and allowing the active agents to work their magic. The best part is that it’s not exclusively for those with confirmed fungal infections. The combination of urea, lactic acid softens thick, brittle nails, while the jojoba oil and vitamin E ensures strong, healthy nail growth. Toflnate is the main ingredient in most topical fungal nail treatments, but it has a hard time getting through the nail bed. By softening the nail, the anti-fungal and nail-restoring power of Tolcylen can get to the part of the nail where it can best work its magic. The tube features a sleek brush applicator used to apply the product once daily in a thin layer over any of the affected nails. Many of our patients see results after only using one tube!

Where Can I Buy Tolcylen?

While no prescription is necessary, Tolcylen Antifungal Solution can only be purchased from physicians.

At our podiatry office, you’ll always find us stocked with this effective conservative treatment for fungal toenails. Because it works for fungal nails as well as nails that are thick and discolored due to trauma, no testing is required to use Tolcylen, saving you the time you’d spend waiting for test results and the money you’d spend paying for them.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is a CBG or CBD isolate?

The CBG and CBD used in the Transdermal CBG/CBD Cream are cannabinoid isolates. This means that the bulk product is refined and processed until there is no other plant material or filler ingredients, resulting in pure CBG/CBD. Many other CBD products use distillate or full-spectrum, a form of bulk cannabinoids that has not been refined and still contains many other compounds within the product.

Where do the CBG and CBD come from?

The CBG and CBD used in the Tolcylen Transdermal CBG/CBD Cream are medical-grade, hemp-derived isolates that have been certified for potency and THC-free by a third-party lab.

What is the difference between CBG and CBD?

Both CBG and CBD are cannabinoids which are compounds derived from the hemp plant. CBG is a novel and powerful cannabinoid which is found in small quantities in the hemp plant. It is the precursor molecule to all other cannabinoids. There is new research frequently being published on CBG’s effects.

CBD is a proven cannabinoid supported by a large body of research and public use. Refer to peer-reviewed scientific studies on its various topical effects.

Will using this product make me high?

The CBG and CBD used in Tolcylen are not psychoactive, meaning they do not result in a “high” typically associated with cannabis products.

Will this make me test positive on a drug test?

Independent labs test our material to ensure a non-detectable amount of THC. This detection limit is typically around 0.008%. That means that the most specialized tests cannot detect any THC molecules in our products, so they are entirely THC-free.

Is this FDA approved and regulated?

There are no CBG or CBD topical products that are approved as a prescription or over the counter drug by the FDA. CBG or CBD are not approved active ingredients for a drug product and any product claiming such are marketing an illegal and unapproved drug product.

Statements about the Transdermal CBG/CBD Cream have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to treat, cure, or prevent any diseases. The FDA has not evaluated this product for safety and efficacy.

Why are there different amounts of cannabinoids (mg) in the two sizes?

Both the small and the large bottle contain the same formulation and amount of CBG/CBD per volume. The only difference is the size of the bottles. The small bottle is 30ml with 1800mg of total cannabinoids. The large bottle is 100ml with 6000mg of total cannabinoids.

Read more about Plantar Fasciitis

The plantar fascia is a connective tissue in the heel that stretches across the bottom length of your foot. Plantar fasciitis occurs when the connective tissue becomes inflamed, causing heel pain and discomfort during physical activity. Although the condition is completely treatable, traditional methods can take up to a year to start becoming effective.

Plantar fasciitis is caused by a number of everyday activities, so understanding the condition is important for managing and treating it. One of the most common causes of plantar fasciitis is excessive running, especially with improper fitting or non-supportive shoes. Too much exercise can lead to the plantar fascia being overworked and overstretched, which can cause tears in the tissue. Along with improper fitting shoes, pronation, the rolling of the feet inward, is a common cause of plantar fasciitis. If not treated properly, the plantar fascia becomes overstretched and starts to tear, causing inflammation.

Despite the common causes of plantar fasciitis, there are many different treatment options. For less severe cases, conservative home remedies include taking anti-inflammatory drugs to alleviate pain, applying ice packs to the bottom of your foot and heel, slowly stretching and exercising your feet to re-strengthen the tissue, and using orthotic devices are all ways to help manage your plantar fasciitis.

For more severe cases, shockwave therapy has become a common solution for plantar fasciitis. Shockwave therapy can effectively break up the tissue on the bottom of your foot which facilitates healing and regeneration. This fights the chronic pain caused by plantar fasciitis. Even if this doesn’t work, surgery is always a final option. Surgery on the tissue itself can be done to permanently correct the issue and stop the inflammation and pain in your heels.

No matter what the case may be, consulting your podiatrist is the first and best step to recovery. Even the slightest amount of heel pain could be the first stage of plantar fasciitis. Untreated symptoms can lead to the tearing and overstretching of tissue. Because the tearing of tissue can be compounded if it remains ignored, it can evolve into a severe case. The solution is early detection and early treatment. Talk to your podiatrist about the possibilities of plantar fasciitis if you’re experiencing heel pain.

Read more about Sports Related Foot And Ankle Injuries