Growing Trend of Gout Patients
Many people are unfamiliar with gout, but that may be changing as a new study by the Annals of the Rheumatoid Diseases suggests that the condition is on the rise in Western countries, including the United Kingdom. Unfortunately, because people are unfamiliar with gout, they may not see a doctor upon experiencing its symptoms. This delay in schedule gout treatment can lead to underreported rates. What is Gout? Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis that affects joints across the body. In a healthy individual, uric acid is passed through the kidneys and eliminated from the body. In someone with
How is Tendonitis Identified?
Tendonitis is a condition in which a tendon has become inflamed. Many people in the Rowlett, TX region suffer from tendonitis each year due to sports injuries or overworking specific tendons. The term tendonitis can be used to describe inflammation in any tendon within the body, but one of the most common places in which tendonitis is suffered is in the foot, or more specifically, the achilles tendon. In most cases of tendonitis, the following symptoms are found: Tendon Pain First and foremost, pain in the affected tendon is the most common identifying trait of the condition. Pain may be felt
Plantar Wart Treatment Options
Plantar warts are common warts that are found on the feet, and while they aren't a medical threat, they can be unsightly and annoying. Regardless of size, plantar warts can be itchy or cause pain, and while they will usually go away on their own, this process can take years. Instead of waiting, here are some common plantar wart treatments that can help to speed up the process: At-Home Wart Treatments Many people first turn to at-home wart treatment kits in order to remove plantar warts. These kits will usually come with a small canister of liquid nitrogen that is
Regarding Foot Pain, Do Shoes Matter?
While the role of shoes is to protect feet, they can actually do more harm than good. Improper shoes can lead to a variety of foot concerns and foot pain, and women are often affected by these issues more than men. Below are some common foot conditions brought on by tight shoes and what you can do to avoid these problems: Hammertoe Pain Relief Hammertoe is a condition that is often attributed to tight shoes more than anything else. A hammertoe is a toe that has essentially been squished up against the front of the toe box of a shoe,
Foot Pain: Is it Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome?
Much like carpal tunnel syndrome, tarsal tunnel syndrome affects many people in the Greater Dallas area. Those affected may have a hard time with simple mobility. Without treatment from Rowlett podiatrist Dr. Catherine Casteel, tarsal tunnel syndrome may also become a progressive disorder that can cause a great amount of foot pain. While it’s important to see your doctor for an official exam and diagnosis if you're experiencing pain in your feet, the following is some general information that may help alert you to the possibility of tarsal tunnel syndrome. What is Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome? Your bones require some space at connective joints in
Open House – January 16th
You are cordially invited to come and join us at our Open House event this Thursday, January 16th! We will be opening our doors to the general public for a chance to meet-and-greet with our podiatrist, Dr. Catherine Casteel, as well as some other local Rowlett physicians and businesses. You'll also be able to take a tour of our leading edge medical facility and chat with some of our wonderful staff. Our guests will be served hors d'oeuvres and wine during the event, and it's a great opportunity to allow us to get to know who you are. We hope to see you there! Open House Event: Thursday, January 16th 5:30 pm to