Thomas Thurber, DPM | foot-issues

Finding Relief From Metatarsalgia
posted: Apr. 09, 2021.

While there are many reasons for foot pain, if the pain is concentrated in the ball of the foot (between the arches and your toes) then you could be dealing Read more
Does My Child Have Pigeon Toes?
posted: Apr. 01, 2021.

Do your child’s feet turn inward? If so, it’s fairly easy to tell, particularly when they walk. This condition is known as pigeon toes and it is often genetic (so Read more
We Provide Treatment for Flat Feet
posted: Mar. 12, 2021.

Are you flat-footed? If so, you join the ranks of about 18 million American adults over age 21 that also have this common foot condition, reports the National Foot Health Read more
What To Do for a Puncture Wound
posted: Mar. 03, 2021.

A puncture wound in the foot occurs when you step on an object that leaves a small hole behind. One of the most common puncture wounds comes from stepping on Read more
Treating Your Ingrown Toenails
posted: Feb. 26, 2021.

How your podiatrists in Elmira, NY, can help if you have an ingrown toenail Ingrown toenails aren’t just ugly; they can also be very painful, making it difficult to stand or Read more
What To Do About Smelly Feet
posted: Feb. 12, 2021.

It’s an embarrassing problem. Smelly feet can make you feel self-conscious. You can’t get comfortable or take your shoes off without worrying that everyone will notice your stinky feet. Have Read more
At-Home Care for Dry Feet
posted: Feb. 02, 2021.

Dry, flaky feet are incredibly common, particularly during the cold, winter months; however, if you find yourself dealing with dry or cracked feet throughout the year, especially around the heels, Read more
Did I Break My Foot?
posted: Jan. 15, 2021.

Whether you took a bad tumble or your child had a rough collision while playing sports, it’s important that you do not just recognize the signs of a broken foot Read more
What To Do About Blisters
posted: Jan. 05, 2021.

Everything from wearing shoes that are a little too loose to increasing the number of miles you run can leave you dealing with painful blisters on your feet. Blisters can Read more
How Rheumatoid Arthritis Affects the Feet
posted: Dec. 15, 2020.

Rheumatoid arthritis is one of the most common types of arthritis, and it is characterized by joint pain, inflammation, and damage. RA, like other kinds of arthritis, is progressive, which Read more
Bad Circulation and Your Feet
posted: Nov. 11, 2020.

Are you dealing with numbness, tingling, or muscle cramps in your feet? If so, you could be dealing with poor circulation. Your feet must be getting proper blood flow, as Read more
Common Foot and Ankle Injuries And How a Podiatrist Can Help
posted: Sep. 14, 2020.

Foot and ankle injuries are fairly common and can happen to anyone, not just athletes. While minor strains and sprains can be nursed back to health by simply resting and Read more
How to Prevent an Ingrown Toenail
posted: Sep. 08, 2020.

There are ways to reduce your chances for developing an ingrown toenail. Dealing with an ingrown toenail and wondering how it happened? Whether this is something that you’re dealing with the Read more
Reasons for Foot and Ankle Swelling
posted: Aug. 10, 2020.

There are many reasons why someone may be dealing with swollen ankles or feet. The most common reason is an injury such as a sprained ankle; however, not all causes Read more
What To Do About Your Hammertoe
posted: Jul. 27, 2020.

While tight, cramped shoes and those towering high heels may not immediately show you the damage that’s being done to your feet, over time you will certainly notice changes in Read more
What Is Morton's Neuroma?
posted: May 21, 2020.

A podiatrist can help you with a variety of conditions that affect the feet, including Morton’s neuroma. A neuroma is the thickening of nerve tissue in the body, with Morton's Read more