Welcome to Dr. Mike’s Online Medical Store - June 2009 Newsletter

Offering Customized Care and Expertise

Do you know that young children's feet are soft and that abnormal pressure can deform them? Does your child complain about pain in the feet? Do you know that a lot of importance has to be given to the footwear that is used by your child? As one of the most complicated parts of the body, the feet should be well looked after. Children's feet are small, pliable and soft and any abnormal pressures can deform the feet. The first year of the child is the development period and care should be taken to see that no undue trauma is caused to the feet. The podiatrists at Cupertino Podiatry near San Jose, California, solve problems of the feet in order that their patients may lead quality lives. With tests, x-ray and treatment, the doctors at Cupertino Podiatry correct any deformity and evaluate the condition besides taking careful and detailed notes of their patients' case histories.

In some cases, babies are born with feet that bend inwards from the middle part of the foot to the toes. This is condition is called metarsus adductus. If this condition does not improve when the child is about 6 to 9 months, special corrective shoes or casts are recommended. Very often, when a child is growing, they walk in an in-toe fashion where the feet point inwards instead of outwards that makes them trip. If this condition persists, stretching exercises, special shoes and other treatments are rendered. Some children walk with their toes pointing outwards and this is called out-toeing that should be reported to a podiatrist. In both cases of in-toeing and out-toeing abnormal pressures affect the foot function and structure and foot supports and special shoes will be recommended by the podiatrist. The professionals at Cupertino Podiatry render detailed care with accurate diagnosis and sound advice.

Rendering Experience and Keen Insight

Children often complain of pain in the feet and this could be due to various reasons. This is a common complaint that occurs at night with symptoms like a deep ache in the legs. Some children might have in-grown toenails that would require the attention of a podiatrist. The podiatrists at Cupertino Podiatry, California render their expertise with thorough examination and diagnose the cause of any ailments and conditions of the feet. Sometimes growing pains display pain in the heel called calcaneal apophysitis or Sever’s disease or at the knee called Osgood-schlatters disease. Some children can be born with a clubfoot that is a rare deformity and can be corrected though it might incur several problems. Older children can have feet that sweat profusely with a bad odor that will also be a problem. The doctors at Cupertino Podiatry render quality foot care with keen insight so that children do not have to go through a trauma. Offering detailed care and informative advice, the podiatrists at the clinic instruct their patients to detect the problems of the foot in its early stages and to get treatment.

Evaluating the severity of the problem, the podiatrists at Cupertino Podiatry delve into an in-depth analysis to find out if there is a family history of congenital or acquired disorders of the foot. It is necessary for parents to take the advice and guidance of a podiatrist if there are lumps and bumps on the feet, if the footwear is uneven, if falling or tripping occurs often, if there are toenail and skin problems or if there is pain in the feet or legs. It is often seen that adult foot problems stem from childhood problems. Detailed care should be taken to see that a child is equipped with the right kind of footwear and ensure that the shoe is of the correct fit to prevent problems in the feet of growing children. Structured with detailed care and expertise, the podiatrists at Cupertino Podiatry near San Jose, California, deploy precision and skill with in-depth analysis and diagnosis to offer their patients comfort and a quality lifestyle. Treating the cause/s with experience and expertise, the doctors at the Cupertino Podiatry offer advice to their patients with customized care.

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Cupertino Podiatry

Dr. Cornelison is a Podiatrist and can help you with your ailments related to the foot and nails. He can also help with issues related to the ankle, heel and skin around this area. Dr. Cornelison has earned the prestigious "Diamond Certified Award" based on outstanding customer satisfaction.
To learn more, please visit: http://www.diamondcertified.com

Dr. Cornelison specializes in advanced reconstructive surgery while simultaneously dedicating himself to helping patients avoid such surgery. His practice emphasizes restoring the support and function of the foot to provide long-term relief of symptoms rather than just relieving symptoms without addressing the underlying cause. He looks for the root of the problem rather than attempting to just put a band-aid on it.

Services:

• Therapeutic Footwear and Inserts
• Foot, Ankle Treatments, and Surgery
• Treatment for Sports Injuries

Patient Registration Forms

All of our medical and patient registration forms are located on our patient resources page. If you have difficulty downloading the forms, please call our office and we will send them to you. Please print, fill out, and bring the forms along with any insurance cards at the time of your visit.

Please visit his website: www.cupertinopodiatrist.com for more details.

Welcome to Dr. Mike’s Online Medical Store - May 2009 Newsletter

Discover Precise Diagnosis and Accurate Treatment

Do your feet feel as if you are walking on hot coal? Do you feel a burning sensation in your feet? Do you know that this condition can affect both young and old? People with diabetes are prone to burning feet as it occurs due to neuropathy. Burning foot condition can be treated easily but it normally indicates that there is a more serious general medical problem that has to be looked into immediately. The podiatrists at Cupertino Podiatry near San Jose, California, take great care with in-depth analysis and accurate diagnosis in solving problems of the feet in order that their patients may lead quality lives. Giving their patients impeccable care, precise diagnosis with careful guidance and advice, the podiatrists at Cupertino Podiatry recommend and prescribe treatment in collaboration with the patients' care providers.

Burning feet normally occurs in obese people who have gastric restriction, people who consume more than normal alcohol and people with thyroid dysfunction. If there is a case of tarsal tunnel syndrome and nerve problems with neuromas, then the burning feet sensation occurs. There are many symptoms and it is best to check with your doctor instead of ignoring the problem. The podiatrists at the Cupertino clinic deploy years of experience and individualized care in order that their patients may lead normal quality lifestyles. People who are on their feet the whole day, or carry heavy weights or whose feet are hot and sweaty face a problem with burning feet. Heavy metal poisoning, vitamin deficiencies and chronic alcoholism can also cause burning feet. If there are nerve entrapments such as tarsal tunnel syndrome, localized burning sensation such as Morton's neuroma, a fungal infection or Athlete's foot can also cause burning sensation in the feet. Sometimes being sensitive to chemical substances in the shoes and socks can cause burning feet.

Determining the Root of the Problem

The podiatrists at the Cupertino clinic examine their patients with great detail and prescribe the right treatment. The Cupertino podiatrists determine the problem with an entire range of tests to rule out any other complications. Any blood disorders such as pernicious anemia, thrombocytopenia and Erythromelalgia that is a rare circulatory disorder can also cause burning feet. The podiatrists at the clinic in Cupertino normally will prescribe foot supports with orthotics if there is a mechanical overload. The doctors at the Cupertino clinic diagnose other causes of burning feet such as nerve entrapment, sweaty feet or fungal infections or any other chronic causes and prescribe pain relief medication if needed. The doctors at the Cupertino clinic offer specialized care with support and advice to their patients to follow a strict follow-up regime.

The podiatrists at the clinic in Cupertino offer their patients reassurance and the right diagnosis so that they will absorb advice in order to lead a healthy lifestyle. Sometimes at the end of a long day, feet do burn. But if it persists, then it is necessary to consult with a podiatrist. It is important to wear shoes that fit well with support. Foot baths should be taken by people as treatment for hot, sweaty feet. Cotton socks should be worn as a cooler and lighter option than socks made of synthetic material as there might be a reaction to the fibers to avoid burning feet. People who are prone to burning feet should avoid standing for long periods. Shock-absorbing or cushioned insoles should be used in the shoes so that it is more comfortable when standing. Burning feet can also occur if there are any underlying mechanical imbalances that the podiatrists at the clinic in Cupertino will diagnose and check with orthotics and precise treatment

Cupertino Podiatry offers a World of Care and Comfort

All of the items sold on this secure website are backed by unconditional
30-day money-back guarantee, and most orders are mailed in 24 hours or less.

Cupertino Podiatry

Dr. Cornelison is a Podiatrist and can help you with your ailments related to the foot and nails. He can also help with issues related to the ankle, heel and skin around this area. Dr. Cornelison has earned the prestigious "Diamond Certified Award" based on outstanding customer satisfaction.
To learn more, please visit: http://www.diamondcertified.com

Dr. Cornelison specializes in advanced reconstructive surgery while simultaneously dedicating himself to helping patients avoid such surgery. His practice emphasizes restoring the support and function of the foot to provide long-term relief of symptoms rather than just relieving symptoms without addressing the underlying cause. He looks for the root of the problem rather than attempting to just put a band-aid on it.

Services:

• Therapeutic Footwear and Inserts
• Foot, Ankle Treatments, and Surgery
• Treatment for Sports Injuries

Patient Registration Forms

All of our medical and patient registration forms are located on our patient resources page. If you have difficulty downloading the forms, please call our office and we will send them to you. Please print, fill out, and bring the forms along with any insurance cards at the time of your visit.

Please visit his website: www.cupertinopodiatrist.com for more details.

Welcome to Dr. Mike’s Online Medical Store - March 2009 Newsletter

Impeccable Care from Cupertino Podiatry

If you are having a problem with your feet then you certainly would have to see your podiatrist. Do you have redness of the joint and pain when walking? Is your skin irritated around an enlargement or a bump on your foot near the big toe? If your big toe has shifted towards your other toes at an angle, it is a structural deformity of the joint and bones that are between the big toe and the foot. This condition can be painful and is known as bunion. When the bone or the tissue is enlarged at the base of the big toe or around the joint known as the metatarsophalangeal joint, the big toe turns in or towards the second toe. This is called angulation with the result that the tissues around this joint become tender and swollen. The bunion or the bump is a bursal sac that becomes swollen and it is also called an osseous or bony deformity on the mesophalangeal joint. The podiatrists at Cupertino Podiatry near San Jose, California, solve problems of the feet in order that their patients may lead quality lives. Giving their patients impeccable care and precise diagnosis, the podiatrists at Cupertino Podiatry recommend and prescribe treatment in collaboration with the patients’ care providers.

Bunions are caused by many reasons. They also develop on the fifth or little toe and that the base of the big toe. Occurring due to foot mechanics that are incorrect, the foot may flatten that forces the toe joint to shift to another angle or range or are caused by injury or arthritis. Sometimes, people have the tendency to develop bunions and ill-fitting shoes or high heels can worsen the problem. Caused by a biomechanical abnormality, bunions affect the supportive structures of the first metatarsal, tendons and ligaments with the result that their functionality is impaired. Conditions such as excessive ligamentous flexibility, abnormal bone structure, flat feet and certain neurological conditions are causes of a biomechanical abnormality and can be genetic.

Follow Advice from Professional Podiatrists

The deviated position of the big toe toward the second toe and the deviation in the angle between the first and second metatarsal bones of the foot are associated with bunions. The sesamoid bones also become deviated as the first metatarsal bone moves away from its original position. The growth of the bunion is accompanied by diminished and altered range of motion, pain with pressure and arthritis of the big toe joint. The podiatrists at Cupertino Podiatry render impeccable care and precise diagnosis. The podiatrists at Cupertino Podiatry recommend and prescribe treatment in collaboration with the patients’ care providers.

In order to realign the joint, tight tendons are released and the new bone that is formed in the bunion is shaved off. Surgery helps the patient where the angle is reduced between the first and second toe. In case the severity is hazardous, a piece of bone is removed and held in place with repositioning using a pin or a screw. Surgery on the bunion improves the way the feet looks and reduces the pain.

The professionals at Cupertino Podiatry render detailed care with accurate diagnosis and sound advice. If the bunion is not too painful or severe, the doctors at the clinic suggest suitable footwear or custom-made shoes with shoe inserts or orthoses. If the patient undergoes surgery, then the podiatrists at Cupertino podiatry recommend surgical shoes or the foot will be in a cast. Healing will take a number of months if the case is severe with a splint supporting the foot to limit movement. There are different types of bunions such as Structural Bunions and Positional Bunions. With tests, x-ray and treatment, the doctors at Cupertino Podiatry correct any deformity and evaluate your condition besides taking careful and detailed notes of their patients’ case histories.

Please visit the foot pain relief store at: http://www.ourdoctorstore.com/cornelison/ to buy online products for all foot problems. Dr. Mike's Foot Store (Medical Product Store) has the entire range of products for Foot ailments.

The Cupertino Podiatrists Improve the Quality of your Lifestyle.

All of the items sold on this secure website are backed by unconditional
30-day money-back guarantee, and most orders are mailed in 24 hours or less.

Cupertino Podiatry

Dr. Cornelison is a Podiatrist and can help you with your ailments related to the foot and nails. He can also help with issues related to the ankle, heel and skin around this area. Dr. Cornelison has earned the prestigious "Diamond Certified Award" based on outstanding customer satisfaction.
To learn more, please visit: http://www.diamondcertified.com

Dr. Cornelison specializes in advanced reconstructive surgery while simultaneously dedicating himself to helping patients avoid such surgery. His practice emphasizes restoring the support and function of the foot to provide long-term relief of symptoms rather than just relieving symptoms without addressing the underlying cause. He looks for the root of the problem rather than attempting to just put a band-aid on it.

Services:

• Therapeutic Footwear and Inserts
• Foot, Ankle Treatments, and Surgery
• Treatment for Sports Injuries

Patient Registration Forms

All of our medical and patient registration forms are located on our Patient Resources page. If you have difficulty downloading the forms, please call our office and we will send them to you. Please print, fill out, and bring the forms along with any insurance cards at the time of your visit.

Please visit his website: www.cupertinopodiatrist.com for more details.

Welcome to Dr. Mike’s Online Medical Store - January 2009 Newsletter

Detailed Care by Professional Podiatrists

Have you suddenly found calluses or corns on your feet? Has the color of the skin on your feet changed? Have your toenails become yellow and thick? Check your feet every day for signs of change as Peripheral neuropathy makes it difficult to feel injuries. If you find any changes, visit your podiatrist to ensure healthy and problem free feet to enhance the quality of life. The podiatrists at Cupertino Podiatry near San Jose, California, deploy individual care and close attention to details so that they can solve problems of the feet in order that their patients may lead comfortable lives. Giving their patients impeccable care and precise diagnosis, the podiatrists at Cupertino Podiatry recommend and prescribe treatment in collaboration with the patients' care providers.

Have you discovered any unusual changes like red 'hot spots' sores or blisters and cracks in your heels or dry skin on your feet? Use a mirror to see these changes closely. It is difficult to feel injuries when one is afflicted with neuropathy. Check your feet daily and if you find any difference, have your feet checked immediately. Make sure that you wear socks and shoes in and out of the house. Avoid shoes that do not give you support and which fit snugly and are comfortable without being too loose. Do not wear shoes that have open heels or open toes. Check your footwear for any rough stitching or stones before you wear them. If you are doubtful about the kind of shoes you need to wear, consult with your doctor before buying a new pair. It is important to have a check-up with your podiatrist for regular care of the feet such as callus and toenail trimming.

Live a Healthy Life with Disciplined Care

Peripheral neuropathy damages the nerves in the feet and prevents its normal functioning. It is a disease that mostly attacks diabetic patients, but can also be caused by other diseases, poor nutrition and injury. If the nerves get damaged, the sensations in the feet are not normal and usually get numb with the result that the pain cannot be sensed even when the foot is injured. With time, this condition can lead to bone and joint damage as well as permanent loss of nerve function. Some of the common symptoms of Peripheral neuropathy are a tingling feeling like pins and needles, burning sensation, numbness and a feeling like wearing an extra covering or an invisible sock. The podiatrists at Cupertino Podiatry deploy their expertise with years of experience and besides asking pertinent questions about your health and examining your feet, they also prescribe diagnostic tests. Working along side care providers of diabetic patients, the podiatrists advise them to take care of their feet on a daily basis and keep their diabetes in control.

The podiatrists at the clinic in Cupertino evaluate your condition and take careful and detailed notes of their patients' case histories. The podiatrist will check the temperature of the patients, pressure and if the nerves are normal enough to sense vibrations, they will be tested with reflex tools. Diagnostic tests will be prescribed such as nerve studies, imaging tests like x-rays and MRIs that show joint and bone problems and vascular tests. The podiatrists at Cupertino Podiatry prescribe treatment options after the evaluation. Diet, nutrition and exercise are high in priority. Nutrition has to be supplemented with vitamin B, vitamin supplements and regular intake of diet. In case of diabetes, the blood sugar should be measured on a regular basis and dietary meal plans should be followed. Other treatments include medications and ointments to reduce inflammation and pain. In order to manage pain and improve nerve functions, physical therapy and electrical nerve stimulation would be recommended.

The podiatrists at the clinic offer advice to their patients to take care of their health in order to live quality lifestyles. They request diabetic patients to manage their diabetes, follow the medication regime, monitor their blood sugar, take care of their feet and follow their diet. Exercise is a must and should be followed regularly. Feet should be examined every day and changes like blisters, cracks, dry skin and hot spots should be reported to the doctor. Self-medication and trimming of corns and calluses by the patient is forbidden. Wart and corn removers should not be used as they contain acid and can cause more damage. Walking barefoot even indoors should be avoided. A podiatrist should trim your toenails. The feet should be washed with a mild soap and warm water and not soaked but dried meticulously. Lotions should be used to moisten dry skin on the feet. Smoking should be avoided as the blood flow slows down and healing is delayed.

Please visit the foot pain relief store at: http://www.ourdoctorstore.com/cornelison/ to buy online products for all foot problems. Dr. Mike's Foot Store (Medical Product Store) has the entire range of products for Foot ailments.

The Cupertino Podiatrists Improve the Quality of your Lifestyle

All of the items sold on this secure website are backed by unconditional
30-day money-back guarantee, and most orders are mailed in 24 hours or less.

Cupertino Podiatry

Dr. Cornelison is a Podiatrist and can help you with your ailments related to the foot and nails. He can also help with issues related to the ankle, heel and skin around this area. Dr. Cornelison has earned the prestigious "Diamond Certified Award" based on outstanding customer satisfaction.
To learn more, please visit: http://www.diamondcertified.com

Dr. Cornelison specializes in advanced reconstructive surgery while simultaneously dedicating himself to helping patients avoid such surgery. His practice emphasizes restoring the support and function of the foot to provide long-term relief of symptoms rather than just relieving symptoms without addressing the underlying cause. He looks for the root of the problem rather than attempting to just put a band-aid on it.

Services:

• Therapeutic Footwear and Inserts
• Foot, Ankle Treatments, and Surgery
• Treatment for Sports Injuries

Patient Registration Forms

All of our medical and patient registration forms are located on our Patient Resources page. If you have difficulty downloading the forms, please call our office and we will send them to you. Please print, fill out, and bring the forms along with any insurance cards at the time of your visit.

Please visit his website: www.cupertinopodiatrist.com for more details.

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