The Horizon Health Hub
Practical insights to support your foot and ankle health
Do Kids Need Orthotics?
What Are Orthotics? Orthotics are custom-made devices one can wear inside their shoes to support and improve their feet and leg functions. They may be necessary for kids with abnormal foot and leg development. Common conditions that may warrant orthotics include: High...
Can Menopause Cause Foot Problems?
Estrogen and progesterone production decline as women approach menopause. Low estrogen levels can cause many problems, including brittle joints and less supple ligaments. Estrogen is required in the production of collagen, so a drop in its levels impacts collagen...
Why See a Foot and Ankle Specialist
5 Reasons to See a Foot and Ankle Specialist Seek the help of an experienced foot doctor whenever you feel something isn’t right with your feet. Some issues can resolve without intervention, but others require experts. Specialists can offer a proper diagnosis and help...
What Can a Foot Doctor Do for Flat Feet?
3 Things Our Foot Doctors Can Do for Flat Feet Flat feet can cause problems in the ankles, heels, and knees due to alignment issues. When you visit Horizon Foot & Ankle Institute, our podiatrists will complete a thorough evaluation to determine the root of the...
3 Important Bones in Your Feet
The foot, which is comprised of the forefoot, midfoot, and hindfoot, relies on an intricate series of bones to offer stability and flexibility. Foot bones fall into three major categories; tarsal, metatarsal, and phalanges, which relate to the front, mid, and...
What Is Diabetic Foot Care?
Diabetes can have adverse effects on your feet, as the condition (or lack of care for the condition) can restrict blood flow to your feet and extremities. Wounds and infections may take longer to heal, which can cause some severe infections to develop. Diabetic...
Why Is Foot Care Important for Diabetics?
If you have diabetes, you've probably heard about the importance of foot care. Diabetes leaves you vulnerable to various foot conditions. Proper diabetic foot care can help you maintain healthy feet and treat issues as soon as they arise. At Horizon Foot &...
Why See a Foot Doctor for Plantar Fasciitis
When your feet start to hurt, you may not immediately think of going to a foot doctor. You may assume it’s no big deal and the pain will eventually go away. But if you suffer from plantar fasciitis, you may want to make an appointment with Horizon Foot &...
9 Common Foot Problems
If you have been dealing with pain and discomfort or other symptoms around your feet and ankles, consider visiting a foot doctor like Horizon Foot and Ankle Institute. Whether the cause is a minor inconvenience or a major health issue, the team at Horizon Foot...
