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  • Have Toenail Fungus? We Can Help

    posted: Jan. 15, 2019.

    Are you already dreading the summer due to your toenail fungus? It's hard to feel comfortable wearing sandals or going barefoot if your toenails are thick and yellow. Fortunately, your Read more
  • What to Do About Your Ingrown Toenail

    posted: Nov. 08, 2018.

    How your podiatrists in Sterling, VA, can help with ingrown toenails Ingrown toenails can be unsightly and painful. They can also take a long time to heal. Sometimes you may need Read more
  • Why Diabetic Foot Care Is Important

    posted: Sep. 20, 2018.

    What's the best way to take care of diabetic feet? It's vigilance, constantly guarding against serious complications related to wounds, circulation, nerve function and more. At Alexandria Family Podiatry in Read more
  • Treatment for Bunions

    posted: Jul. 24, 2018.

    After finding out you have a bunion, your first question is likely going to be "How can this be treated?" Dr. Richard Lee and Dr. Steven Lin, your podiatrists in Read more
  • Treating Heel Pain

    posted: May 22, 2018.

    Find out how to get your heel pain under control. It’s amazing how quickly heel pain can affect your daily activities. Maybe you were all set to put on those running Read more
  • Causes of Ingrown Toenails

    posted: Mar. 07, 2018.

    Dealing with ingrown toenails rather regularly? Find out what’s going on. You were putting your shoes on when ouch! You noticed that the edge of your big toenail is a bit Read more
  • Treating Toenail Fungus

    posted: Jan. 11, 2018.

    Dealing with a fungal infection in your toenail? Find out how to treat it. While toenail fungus isn’t really a cause for concern if you are in good health, this doesn’t Read more
  • What You Should Know About Bunions

    posted: Nov. 17, 2017.

    What is that bony protrusion at the bottom of your big toe and is it a cause for concern? It’s important that if you think you have a bunion that you Read more
  • Achilles Tendon Issues

    posted: Aug. 29, 2017.

    The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body and can withstand over 1,000 pounds of force. Because of this, it is the most frequently ruptured tendon with sports Read more
  • Common Foot Issues And How We Can Help

    posted: Jul. 13, 2017.

    Sooner or later, most of us develop a foot issue. Although many foot problems can be successfully treated at home, ingrown toenails and other conditions may require a visit to Read more
  • Don't Just Ignore Your Heel Pain

    posted: May 30, 2017.

    If you are dealing with heel pain, here are the telltale signs that it’s time to see a medical professional. Even if heel pain is fairly common, it doesn’t mean it’s Read more
  • Treating Your Ingrown Toenails

    posted: Mar. 10, 2017.

    Ingrown toenails are a common, painful condition in which the side of a nail grows into the flesh. Dr. Richard Lee and Dr. Steven Lin at Alexandria Family Podiatry in Read more
  • Why Do I Keep Getting Blisters?

    posted: Jan. 17, 2017.

    Do you find yourself getting blisters a lot? Are you wondering what the culprit could be? Are you someone who does a lot of walking, running or hiking? If so, you Read more
  • Do I Have Bunions?

    posted: Nov. 08, 2016.

    Could bunions be responsible for your foot pain? There are so many reasons that you could be experiencing foot pain, but if your discomfort is due to bunions then it’s time Read more
  • Laser Treatment for Toenail Fungus-Before and After Photos

    posted: Sep. 22, 2016.

    Alexandria Family Podiatry specializes in the treatment of toenail fungus.  If you've tried unsuccessfully to tackle your stubborn, unsightly fungal toenails with topical creams and ointments or with oral medications, consider laser treatment.  Our Read more