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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
You might not think twice about how you walk—after all, it’s something you’ve done since childhood. But beneath each step lies a wealth of information about your physical well-being. The way your foot hits the ground, how your weight shifts, and even the rhythm of your stride can reveal signs of deeper structural or neurological [...]
It’s a familiar scene: you’re stepping off a plane after a long flight, and suddenly your shoes feel tight, your feet look puffy, and your ankles have seemingly doubled in size. For many travelers, foot and ankle swelling during flights is more than just uncomfortable—it’s puzzling, frustrating, and sometimes even painful. While it might seem [...]
You’ve worn the same shoe size since high school. You grab a size 9, slide it on, and it fits. Or so it seems. But by the end of the day, your toes are cramped, your heels are sore, and you’re wondering why that “perfect fit” is failing you. The truth is, your go-to shoe [...]
There’s nothing wrong with taking it easy after a long week. In fact, a little rest and recovery is essential for overall well-being. But if your version of the perfect weekend includes two days of non-stop couch lounging, skipped showers, and barefoot trips around the house, your feet might be paying the price. What seems [...]
Whether you’re tearing it up at a wedding, gliding across the studio in ballet class, or letting loose at a salsa social, dancing is one of the most joyful ways to move. It’s expressive, energizing, and great for your health. But while dancing brings smiles, sweat, and sore muscles, it also brings one more thing—a [...]
There’s something about slipping into a pair of flip-flops that just screams summer. They’re convenient, lightweight, and perfect for the beach, pool, or quick errands. But despite their breezy charm, flip-flops are one of the biggest culprits behind a surprising number of foot problems during the warmer months. What seems like the ultimate summer shoe [...]
When we think about chronic foot pain, we often search for physical causes: injury, inflammation, structural deformities, or underlying health conditions like arthritis or diabetes. But there’s a lesser-known factor that can deeply influence how pain develops and persists—mental health. The connection between the mind and body is powerful. Recent research has shown that chronic [...]
