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

Achilles Tendonitis Treatment
posted: Sep. 10, 2021.

Achilles tendonitis is a common condition that causes ankle pain that could be very hard for many people to tolerate fully. Thankfully, your doctors at Thurber and Thurber understand this type of ankle Read more
High Arches in Children
posted: Aug. 30, 2021.

When babies are born they are born with flat feet. Typically the arches of the feet don’t develop until children are 3-4 years old; however, sometimes the arches of the Read more
Finding the Right Treatment for Your Neuroma
posted: Aug. 18, 2021.

Are you experiencing a sharp, burning pain between your toes that gets worse when walking or standing? Do you notice tingling or numbness in the toes, or pain and swelling Read more
Picking the Right Shoes as You Get Older
posted: Jul. 28, 2021.

When was the last time you bought new shoes? When was the last time you threw out shoes that were old and worn out? We often keep shoes long past Read more
Why You Should See a Podiatrist for an Ingrown Toenail
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.

While minor aches and pains in your feet probably won’t have you rushing to the podiatrist’s office for care, certain seemingly innocuous foot problems might require a professional’s touch. Take Read more
Treating Your Sprained Ankle
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.

Whether you simply stepped down awkwardly or you were in a sports-related accident, it could have left you with a painful, swollen ankle. Could it be a simple strain, or Read more
How To Choose the Right Socks for Your Feet
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.

You probably don’t think too much about the socks you wear but maybe you should. After all, just as it’s important to have shoes that fit properly and provide ample Read more
Thyroid Disease and Its Effect on Your Feet
posted: Jun. 04, 2021.

The thyroid gland releases and regulates hormones and is responsible for everything from heart rate to peripheral nervous system functions. So, you may be surprised to discover that this same Read more
Find Relief from Your Bunion Pain
posted: May 13, 2021.

Bunion pain got you down? Is foot pain making it impossible to do the things you once loved? Perhaps even the thought of putting on shoes and running your errands Read more
When To See Your Podiatrist In 2021
posted: May 07, 2021.

The podiatrists at Thurber & Thurber in Horseheads, Waverly, and Elmira, NY, offer helpful treatments for pain, mobility problems, and other issues that affect the feet and ankles. Not sure Read more
Maintaining The Health Of Your Diabetic Feet
posted: Apr. 27, 2021.

When it comes to diabetes nothing is more important than living a healthy lifestyle and taking the proper medications to maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Controlling your blood sugar is Read more
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
What Is Plantar Fasciitis And How We Can Help
posted: Mar. 18, 2021.

Plantar fasciitis is a complex-sounding term, but its description is simple; heel pain. This condition is common and is one of the most frequently seen in our office. Unfortunately, before 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