Managing Pain and Numbness: Effective Treatment Options for Peripheral Neuropathy

August 19, 2025Chandler Podiatrist, Foot and Ankle Phoenix, Mesa Podiatrist, Phoenix Podiatrist, Prescott Podiatrist, Scottsdale Podaitrist, Scottsdale Podiatrist, Sun City Podiatrist
Living with peripheral neuropathy often means living with constant pain, numbness, or both. These symptoms can be exhausting and discouraging, but the good news is that there are effective treatments available to help manage them. While no two patients experience neuropathy in exactly the same way, a wide range of therapies exist to improve comfort, [...]

Living with Peripheral Neuropathy: Early Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

August 18, 2025Chandler Podiatrist, Foot and Ankle Phoenix, Mesa Podiatrist, Phoenix Podiatrist, Prescott Podiatrist, Scottsdale Podaitrist, Scottsdale Podiatrist, Sun City Podiatrist
Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that develops when the peripheral nerves—responsible for transmitting signals between the brain, spinal cord, and the rest of the body—become damaged. For many people, the earliest symptoms are subtle and easy to overlook, but ignoring them can have serious long-term consequences. Recognizing the warning signs early not only improves your [...]

Foot Pain at Night: Causes and Tips for a Good Night’s Sleep

August 6, 2025Chandler Podiatrist, Diabetic Ulcer, Foot and Ankle Phoenix, Mesa Podiatrist, Phoenix Podiatrist, Prescott Podiatrist, Scottsdale Podaitrist, Scottsdale Podiatrist, Sun City Podiatrist
You finally settle into bed after a long day, expecting a peaceful night’s sleep—only to be interrupted by nagging foot pain. Whether it’s a dull ache, sharp tingling, or burning discomfort, foot pain at night can be frustrating and disruptive. Many people experience worsening foot pain in the evening, even if they didn’t notice any [...]

Your Heels Hurt in the Morning? Here’s What That Really Means

July 30, 2025Chandler Podiatrist, Foot and Ankle Phoenix, Mesa Podiatrist, Phoenix Podiatrist, Prescott Podiatrist, Scottsdale Podaitrist, Scottsdale Podiatrist, Sun City Podiatrist
You swing your legs out of bed, plant your feet on the floor—and ouch. A sharp, stabbing pain shoots through your heel, catching you off guard. You hobble to the bathroom, hoping it’ll pass, and it often does… only to return the next morning. Sound familiar? Heel pain in the morning is one of the [...]

Athlete’s Foot or Something More? When It’s Time to See a Specialist

July 28, 2025Chandler Podiatrist, Foot and Ankle Phoenix, Mesa Podiatrist, Phoenix Podiatrist, Prescott Podiatrist, Scottsdale Podaitrist, Scottsdale Podiatrist, Sun City Podiatrist
It starts with an itch—a little redness between your toes or on the sole of your foot. It could be athlete’s foot, a common fungal infection, but it might also be something else. At Bellagio Foot & Ankle, we help patients identify what’s really going on with their skin and when to seek professional treatment. [...]

Everything You Need to Know About Foot Tendonitis and How to Recover

July 23, 2025Chandler Podiatrist, Diabetic Ulcer, Foot and Ankle Phoenix, Mesa Podiatrist, Phoenix Podiatrist, Prescott Podiatrist, Scottsdale Podaitrist, Scottsdale Podiatrist, Sun City Podiatrist
Foot tendonitis, an inflammation of the tendons in the foot, can be incredibly painful and limit your mobility. Tendonitis in the foot often affects the Achilles tendon or the tendons in the arch of the foot, causing discomfort with every step. Early detection and proper treatment can help you recover faster and avoid chronic pain. [...]

When an Ingrown Toenail Becomes an Infection: What to Watch For

July 19, 2025Chandler Podiatrist, Foot and Ankle Phoenix, Mesa Podiatrist, Phoenix Podiatrist, Prescott Podiatrist, Scottsdale Podaitrist, Scottsdale Podiatrist, Sun City Podiatrist
Ingrown toenails are more than just a nuisance. When left untreated, they can quickly escalate into painful infections that may interfere with walking, daily activities, and even your overall health. At Bellagio Foot & Ankle, we often see patients who delayed seeking help, not realizing how rapidly a simple issue like an ingrown nail can [...]

The Truth About Hammertoes: Causes, Progression, and Treatment Options

July 17, 2025Chandler Podiatrist, Foot and Ankle Phoenix, Mesa Podiatrist, Phoenix Podiatrist, Prescott Podiatrist, Scottsdale Podaitrist, Scottsdale Podiatrist, Sun City Podiatrist
A hammertoe might start off as a minor inconvenience—a little bend in your toe that doesn’t seem like a big deal. But over time, it can turn into a painful deformity that affects your balance, walking ability, and even your choice of footwear. At Bellagio Foot & Ankle, we help patients understand how hammertoes develop [...]

Barefoot at Home? Here’s What It’s Really Doing to Your Feet

July 10, 2025Chandler Podiatrist, Foot and Ankle Phoenix, Mesa Podiatrist, Phoenix Podiatrist, Prescott Podiatrist, Scottsdale Podaitrist, Scottsdale Podiatrist, Sun City Podiatrist
For many, one of the small pleasures of home is the freedom to kick off your shoes and walk barefoot. There’s a sense of ease and relaxation that comes with stepping onto the cool tile or soft carpet after a long day. And with so much time spent indoors—especially in recent years—it’s easy to understand [...]

The Forgotten Foot: Why We Neglect Foot Health and How to Change That

July 8, 2025Chandler Podiatrist, Foot and Ankle Phoenix, Mesa Podiatrist, Phoenix Podiatrist, Prescott Podiatrist, Scottsdale Podaitrist, Scottsdale Podiatrist, Sun City Podiatrist
Of all the parts of the body we care for, pamper, and prioritize, the feet are often the most overlooked. We spend hours thinking about skincare routines, dental checkups, eye health, and heart fitness. We invest in ergonomic chairs, pillow-top mattresses, and vitamins for joint mobility. And yet, the two structures that carry us through [...]