Unfortunately, half the world population is expected to be overweight or obese by 2030. This can lead to an increase in foot and ankle problems as well as heart disease and many other health problems. People have been taking fewer steps than before Covid. It has been shown that exercise is an important way to reduce the chances of getting dementia. 

It’s always important to get a good pair of supportive shoes or sneakers that fit well not only for ourselves, but for our children as well

We often hear the myth, “there is nothing that can be done for a broken toe.” The opposite is true! Early treatment requiring proper positioning the toe and taping it correctly, will help prevent future arthritis, pain and possible surgery.

Tendonitis in your feet has become a more common condition over the past year. Many people are affected by this condition. Achilles tendonitis: is a medical condition that causes pain and or swelling and increased temperature along the back of the leg near the heel.

Tis the season for baking, shopping, and gathering! That means your feet will be working overtime to get in all the fun and accompanying work that is par for the course this time of the year. Below are five tips for keeping your feet in tip-top shape so you can sail through the holidays smoothly and enjoy all the season has to offer.

Morton's Neuroma also called Intermetatarsal Neuroma or Plantar Neuroma is a condition that affects the nerves of the feet, usually the area between the third and fourth toe. Neuroma refers to a benign growth that can occur in different parts of the body. Morton's Neuroma strictly affects the feet. This condition causes the tissue around the nerves that lead to the toes to become thick, causing pain in the ball of the foot.

Pickleball has increased in popularity, and because of that, injuries related to this sport are on the rise. Pickleball is played on a small court with paddles and a perforated plastic ball. It calls for a lot of stop-and-start motions and bursts of energy. This increases the risk of injuries like ankle sprains, falls, and Achilles tendon strains.

Donning flip-flops? Follow these dos and don'ts!

Healthy feet are attractive feet. Here are some ways to promote summer foot health.

Millions of Americans suffer from ingrown toenails. Sometimes the pain is so severe they find themselves missing work and canceling social activities.

Healthy daily habits and lifestyle choices can play a big role in preventing edema. If you have any questions or concerns about diabetes and your feet, don’t hesitate to contact us today.

You don’t have to manage your foot pain alone. Call our office today for a thorough evaluation and treatment plan

1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer by age 70. Here are some reminders to help protect yourself against this type of cancer which more people are diagnosed with each year than all the other types combined.

It’s Arthritis Awareness Month, and at Pasco Hernando Foot & Ankle, we want to help inform our patients about this increasingly prevalent disease.

Dr Lawrence Kales is proud to be performing MIFAS for almost 40 years in Hudson Florida and is a Fellow of the Academy of Ambulatory Foot Surgery. Dr Kales is Board Certified by the American Board of Ambulatory Foot Surgery (ABFAS), American Board of Medical Specialties in Podiatry both in Foot and Ankle Surgery and Minimally Invasive Foot and Ankle Surgery, as well as the American Board of Lower Extremity Surgery.

If you’re a golfer, you may share a similar condition with PGA Tour champion, Tiger Woods. No, unfortunately it’s not his amazing swing but rather a foot disorder that we at Pasco-Hernando Foot & Ankle often see in golfers: plantar fasciitis.

Walking regularly is a great way to stay in shape. It’s a low-cost activity that can be done practically anywhere on your own or with others.

At Pasco Hernando Foot & Ankle, we love April! It’s National Foot Health Awareness Month and a great opportunity for us to share information on our favorite topic: protecting your feet.

At Pasco-Hernando Foot & Ankle we know all our patients have heard about corns, but how much do you actually know about them?

PAD occurs when cholesterol and other materials build up on the walls of your arteries reducing blood flow and resulting in poor circulation.