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4 Vitamin Deficiences That Can Cause Foot Pain
Foot pain is something many people will deal with, at least once in their life. Foot pain can be caused by many things including injury,...
Sondema Tarr
Sep 23, 20245 min read


7 Key Differences Between a Sprained vs Broken foot
Foot injuries are one of the most common health problems people will experience in their lifetime. Sprains and fractures, two of the most...
Sondema Tarr
Sep 9, 20245 min read


6 Things to Do If You Have a Sprained Toe
A sprained toe is a common injury that can happen during many who you're doing many different things, or by accident. Examples of ways...
Sondema Tarr
Aug 6, 20244 min read


8 Possible Causes of Feet Discoloration
An example of severe circulation problems or Peripheral Vascular Disease, a major cause of feet discoloration Having color changes to...
Sondema Tarr
Jul 7, 20244 min read


Chronic Foot Pain: Causes and Natural Relief Options in Phoenix
Living with foot pain that never seems to go away can make even simple activities—walking, exercising, or standing for long periods—feel...
Sondema Tarr
Jul 6, 20247 min read


Why Your Plantar Wart Won’t Go Away — and How Integrative Podiatry + Laser Therapy Can Help
Most plantar warts eventually go away on their own — but if yours has lingered for months despite home remedies, freezing, or acid...
Sondema Tarr
Jun 21, 20247 min read


7 Tips For Healthy Feet at Havasupai By a Foot Doctor
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Sondema Tarr
May 23, 20247 min read


Ingrown Toenail or Gout? How to Tell + Treatments in Phoenix
So you're having pain in your big or great toe, and wondering, "Is this Gout, or is this an ingrown nail?" Here are some key differences...
Sondema Tarr
May 13, 20244 min read


What Is Direct Podiatry Care? And Why More Phoenix Patients Are Choosing It
If you’ve ever felt frustrated trying to get foot care through your insurance, long waits, surprise bills, referrals, and confusing...
Sondema Tarr
May 3, 20242 min read


Plantar Fibroma and Verapamil: What to Know + Modern Treatment Options
If you’ve been diagnosed with a plantar fibroma — a firm lump that develops in the arch of the foot — you may have come across verapamil...
Sondema Tarr
Apr 29, 20243 min read


All About Bruised Toenails
Have you ever had a painful, toenail change colors on you after stubbing your toe or dropping something heavy on it? What about this pain...
Sondema Tarr
Apr 21, 20244 min read


Why Your Feet Hurt During Menopause (and What You Can Do About It)
During menopause, changes can happen to a woman's body, from hormone level changes to bone density loss. While symptoms like hot flashes...
Sondema Tarr
Apr 19, 20245 min read


Are Orthotics Bad for You? When Custom Orthotics Help — And When You Need More
Many patients wonder: “Are orthotics bad for you?” It’s a fair question. While orthotics can provide much-needed relief, some worry they...
Sondema Tarr
Mar 31, 20244 min read


Best Shoes for Salt River Tubing: A Podiatrist’s Guide
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Sondema Tarr
Mar 17, 20245 min read


13 Causes for a Lump on the Side of Your Foot
Our feet quite literally carry us through our day, and any changes in them, good or bad, can be life-changing. If you've ever noticed a...
Sondema Tarr
Feb 10, 20245 min read


Foot Pain While Driving? All About Driver's Foot
If you have a long commute for work, a job that requires you to drive from place to place all day, or have ever done a long road trip...
Sondema Tarr
Feb 10, 20244 min read


Why Does Toenail Fungus Smell?
Toenail fungus is a fairly common foot problem, affecting up to 14% of the population. Having toenail fungus can also bring a bad smell....
Sondema Tarr
Jan 28, 20244 min read


5 Reasons Your Heel Hurts in the Morning (and What to Do)
Waking up to sharp heel pain can be concerning, throwing a monkey wrench into your morning routine and affecting your overall well-being....
Sondema Tarr
Jan 17, 20247 min read


A Foot Doctor Breaks Down The Medical Pedicure
In the last few years, your pedicure has evolved beyond just better-looking feet into taking into account the health of your feet through...
Sondema Tarr
Dec 25, 20236 min read


6 Reasons Why Your Ingrown Toenail Keeps Coming Back
Ingrown toenails are more than a just a looks thing, they can cause swelling, pain, or even infection. Even after surgery , there is a...
Sondema Tarr
Dec 17, 20234 min read
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