Practical Insights & Resources for Patient Health

Articles from Dr. Quach on foot and ankle health — covering prevention, treatment options, and the latest advances in podiatric medicine.

Which Ankle Bones Are Affected With an Ankle Fracture?

Broken bones in the ankle can occur due to an injury or a mishap. When there is a break in…
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Do I Have Morton’s Neuroma?

[Morton's neuroma](https://web.archive.org/web/20230321100848/https://www.vivehealth.com/blogs/resources/what-is-mortons-neuroma) is a painful foot condition caused by damage to the nerve between the third and fourth toes. The…
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Be Mindful Of Your Feet While Wearing Flip-Flops This Summer

Although flip-flops are popular for the summer, it's important to walk carefully while wearing them. Flip-flops have little to no…
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Several Easy Steps of Foot Care

Caring for your feet is an important part of maintaining your foot health. This can be accomplished through several [easy…
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The Relationship Between Obesity and Foot Pain

[Being overweight](https://forbigandheavypeople.com/can-being-overweight-cause-foot-pain/) places excessive force and pressure on your feet. This may lead to the development of many painful foot…
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Getting Rid Of Foot Warts

[Plantar warts](https://www.saintlukeskc.org/health-library/understanding-plantar-warts) are small, fleshy, noncancerous growths that can appear on the soles of the feet due to an HPV…
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Athletes May Be Prone to Developing Blisters

Athletes are all too familiar with [blisters](https://greatist.com/live/blisters-on-feet) on the feet. They can be uncomfortable and may compromise the quality of…
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Get Professional Care for a Broken Foot or Ankle

Constant care and regular evaluation are important for a foot or ankle fracture. If left untreated, foot or ankle fractures…
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Get Proper Care for a Sports-Related Foot or Ankle Injury This Fall

Fall is the start of the season for many sporting events. If you're trying a new physical activity or sport,…
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Foot Melanomas

[Melanoma](https://www.understandcancertogether.com/understand-cancer/types-of-cancer/melanoma) is the most serious type of skin cancer, and it can occur in places on your body that would…
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Who Should Get MTP Joint Replacement Surgery?

The metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint connects the toes to the rest of the feet. The MTP joint that is located at…
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Plantar Fasciitis Is the Most Likely Cause of Heel Pain

During the propulsion (toe off) stage of walking, toes bear the weight of the body as your heels rise. During…
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