Doctor David Savage is a podiatrist practicing in the Payson, Utah area. Visit his website at http://www.AspenFootAndAnkle.com for more information.

1. COMMON FOOT DISORDERS & SEVEN TIPS FOR BETTER FOOT HEALTH Dr. David T. Savage Board Certified Foot Surgery

2. Anatomy of the Foot

3. Segments of the Foot

5. Traumatic (fracture, ulcers)

6. Biomechanical (bunion, hammer toe, neuroma)

7. Infection (infected ingrown nail)

8. Oncologic (melanoma, bone tumors)

10. Pain on direct pressure

11. Pain while wearing shoes

12. Erythema, swelling

15. Interdigital Tinea

16. Verruca

17. Ulcerated Soft Corn

19. Other tight-fitting footwear

20. Deformed toes

22. Patient education

25. Erythema (Redness)

27. Hammertoe

30. Melanoma in Nail Bed

31. Nail Streak of Trauma

32. Fungal Infection

33. Granuloma

34. Hallux (Big Toe) Joint Abnormalities Swollen Great Toe

36. Gout

37. Fracture: Joint or Sesamoid

39. Gout

40. Sesamoid Fracture

41. Rheumatoid Arthritis

42. Hallux Limitus

44. Rigid rockerbottom shoes

45. Physical therapy

46. NSAIDs

49. Callus

50. Frieberg's infraction

51. Capsulitis

52. Bone tumor

53. Local manifestation of systemic disease

54. Neuroma

56. Callus

57. Frieberg's Infraction

58. Capsulitis

59. Bone Tumor

60. Rheumatoid Arthritis

61. Neuroma

63. Callus

64. Plantar wart

66. Callus

67. Plantar Verruca

69. Footwear Consultation

70. Shoe Padding or Inserts

73. Metatarsal stress fracture

74. Gout and rheumatoid arthritis

75. Cellulitis

77. Metatarsal Stress Fracture

78. Charcot Foot

81. Tips For Better Foot Health Question: Often when I buy a new pair of shoes they feel comfortable in the store, but after wearing them only a few hours, they feel unbearably tight. Why does this happen? Tip#1 – Buy shoes in the afternoon or evening.

82. Tips For Better Foot Health Question: My toenails are thick and discolored, what can I do to make them look better before going barefoot at the beach this summer? Tip #2 – Consider therapy directed to eliminating the fungus with prescribed oral and/or topical medications.

83. Tips For Better Foot Health Question: I absolutely hate my feet because I can never get them to fit into stylish high heels. I have at least three friends getting married this year and want to be able to wear sexy high heels to all of their weddings. I am contemplating getting that new cosmetic foot surgery that everyone is talking about so that I can slip my feet in to some great new shoes. This surgery is easy, right? Tip #3: If it is not broke, don’t fix it. It is unwise to have surgery if your feet don’t hurt to begin with and you have no problems walking.

84. Tips For Better Foot Health Question: I am scared to take of my shoes when I am at other people’s homes because my feet often smell badly after they have been in my shoes for an extended period of time. I don’t want anyone to think I smell, so is there anything I can do to eliminate this odor? Tip #4 There is over 250,000 sweat glands in the foot. Bromhidrosis is the term to describe smelly feet. Closed toed shoes aggravate sweaty feet and set up the perfect environment for bacteria to grow, leading to more odor and more sweat. “Before slipping on shoes, try rubbing cornstarch or spraying antiperspirant directly on the soles of your feet to stop the sweating”

85. Tips For Better Foot Health Question: A few days after I get a pedicure at the nail salon, the area around my big toenail becomes inflamed and really hurts. Why does this happen and is there anything I can do to stop the pain? Tip#5 It is important to remember to cut all toenails straight across when trimming so that they grow straight and not into the skin around the toes.

86. Tips For Better Foot Health Question:I just bought a new pair of sneakers and I have noticed that after I workout my toes hurt and both of my big toenails are starting to look a little discolored. Why is this happening and how can I fix it? Tip #6 Make sure that you get your feet measured in a shoe store while standing. Shoe models vary. Don’t rely on the size of the last pair of shoes. You should have a thumbs width of room at the end of the toe when standing. Replace sneakers every 300-500 miles.

87. Tips For Better Foot Health Question: When buying a new pair of sandals this season, what should I look for in a shoe to make sure that they will also be comfortable? Tip#7 – Material like terry cloth, soft leather and mesh fabrics are great for letting your feet breathe during the hot days and nights of summer. Good mobility. Don’t cause blisters. Ensure that they fit properly and look for ultra-cushioned soles.