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The Truth About Plantar Warts
As school starts and schedules get busy, don’t forget to check your kids feet and hands for warts. Warts, or verruca is the medical term, are caused by a virus.…
Prevent the Spread of MRSA, Giants' Daniel Fells Hospitalized for Infection
Dr. Holdren Otis Methicillin Resistant Staph Aureus, also known as MRSA (Mer-sah), is a bacteria that has developed a resistance to antibiotics. This means that the normal penicillin used to…
Update on Cyclist Chris Froome's Navicular Fracture:
Dr. Holdren Otis Comments Just a little over 6 weeks after the cycling crash during the Tour De Spain, Chris Froome returned back to his bike. His navicular fracture is…
Do you have dry, itchy or scaly feet?
Dry and itchy scaly, feet are common in the fall and winter in the Midwest as we start to use the heat and the air dries out. The treatment of…
November is Diabetes Awareness Month.
Diabetes is a disease affecting many parts of the body. While there is no cure for diabetes, there is hope. With proper diet, exercise, medical care, and careful management at…
The Painful Ingrown Toenail
Doctors have foot problems too! An ingrowing nail is a common problem that can effect people of all ages. An ingrown nail occurs when the toenail is pushing on or…
What your runnning shoes are not giving you.
Dr. Holdren Otis I have spoken with many runners and their trials of trying to find the correct running shoe for their build, running gait, mileage, terrain and foot type.…
The staff of Fenton Foot Care would like to thank all the veterans that have served on this Veterans Day.
A little history about Veterans Day: The day was first recognized as Armistice Day. It was the day an agreement was made to end World War I at 11:00 am…
Peyton Manning-Bad Plantar Fasciitis vs Partial tear?
Dr. Holdren Otis Manning is currently listed on the injury report as right shoulder, rib and left foot injury. There are differing reports about what caused him to leave the…
Things to remember when buying your boots this winter
Be sure boots are insulated and waterproof. Even if the boot maker says the boots are waterproof, still treat the pair with a waterproofing product. The body has to work…
Frostbite Warning Signs
In the Podiatry world, it's the start of frostbite season. As the snow begins to fall and the temperature begins to drop, for many reasons we are drawn outdoors.…
Do I have fungal nails?
Are your nails are discolored, white, yellow, green, brown or black? Are they thicker than normal, loosen easily, lift up at the ends or sometimes fall off?Discoloration can be caused…
What Your Podiatrist Can Do For You In 2016:
Be there when you need them. Podiatrists treat conditions of both the foot and ankle. If you have pain or questions about your feet, they are well qualified. Each podiatrist…
Frostbite Prevention
Frostbite is a serious tissue destroying disorder. It is something that is not often anticipated during relatively mild winter temperatures. The doctors and staff at Fenton Foot Care encourage everyone to stay…
Do you have a bunion?
A bunion–from the Latin “bunio,” means enlargement. A bunion is an enlargement of the joint at the base of the big toe. This forces the toe to bend toward the…
Preparing for Summer!
Summer is coming, we can feel it! With summer comes a change in activity and a change in shoe gear. Most people feel uncomfortable in how sweaty shoes in the…