Blog Thomas Thurber, DPM Podiatry in Elmira, Waverly, & Horseheads, NY

Finding the Right Treatment for Your Bunions
posted: Sep. 19, 2022.

How your podiatrists in Horseheads, Waverly, and Elmira, NY, can help with bunions Bunions are painful and disfiguring. They can also impact your life by making it difficult to put on Read more
Is My Toe Broken?
posted: Sep. 01, 2022.

Do you suspect that you might have broken your toe? You could very well be dealing with a broken toe if you notice pain, stiffness or swelling, or if you Read more
What Is Plantar Fasciitis?
posted: Aug. 19, 2022.

Plantar fasciitis (PF) can cause excruciating pain in your foot that negatively impacts your ability to function in everyday life, let alone participate in exercise or sports. The plantar fascia Read more
Hammertoes and Their Causes
posted: Aug. 17, 2022.

Discover more about this foot deformity and why it happens. Bunions always seem to get the spotlight when talking about foot deformities; however, it’s also essential to shed light on hammertoes. Read more
Are You Dealing With Bunion Pain?
posted: Aug. 01, 2022.

Find out how to get your bunion pain under control and when to see a podiatrist. A bunion is a painful foot deformity that warrants turning to a podiatrist to learn Read more
Do I Have an Ingrown Toenail?
posted: Jul. 18, 2022.

Are you dealing with a painful toenail? It could be an ingrown toenail. Any ingrown toenail happens when the edge of a toenail, typically the big toenail, grows into the skin. Read more
Struggling With Ankle Pain?
posted: Jul. 07, 2022.

Struggling with pain in your ankles can significantly disrupt your independence and enjoyment in life. Problems with your ankle can range in severity from a mild nuisance to a severe Read more
Ways To Prevent Ingrown Toenails and When To Seek Help
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

Prone to ingrown toenails? Here’s what you should know… Let’s take a look at how to protect your ingrown toenails and when it’s time to turn to a podiatrist to treat Read more
Types of Orthotics Available and How They Can Help Your Feet
posted: Jun. 15, 2022.

Turn to a podiatrist to find out more about orthotics and their benefits If you are dealing with sore, tired, and achy feet you may be wondering whether you should turn Read more
Don’t Let Ankle Pain Slow You Down
posted: Jun. 06, 2022.

Learn more about ankle pain, how to treat it and when to seek professional care. It should go without saying that if you are dealing with ankle pain, it isn’t something Read more
How A Podiatrist Can Help You With Your Heel Pain
posted: May 19, 2022.

Are you dealing with a nasty case of plantar fasciitis? Heel pain is a frustrating little problem, especially if you are someone who values their morning run or daily exercise routine. Read more
Treating Your Heel Pain
posted: May 05, 2022.

Find out how to treat heel pain yourself and when to see a podiatrist. Whether you are an avid runner or just someone who likes going to the gym occasionally, it Read more
Bunions Causes And Treatment
posted: Apr. 25, 2022.

A bunion is a bony bump on the side of the foot near the big toe that can cause pain and discomfort as the interior of the shoe rubs against Read more
The Benefits Of Visiting A Podiatrist
posted: Apr. 13, 2022.

When should you turn to a podiatrist for care? There are many reasons why people turn to podiatrists. After all, our feet and ankles deserve the same lovin’ care that you Read more
Treating Your Bunions
posted: Apr. 01, 2022.

Have you been diagnosed with a bunion? A bunion is a common foot deformity that if left untreated can cause significant pain, swelling, structural changes and even trouble walking. Of Read more
What Is Raynaud’s Disease?
posted: Mar. 14, 2022.

Do your fingers and toes sometimes turn numb, change color, or feel cold? While this is a common response to winter weather, if you have Raynaud’s disease, something more could Read more