McCool Podiatry

The Importance of Foot Care in Seniors As one gets older, caring for the feet becomes more and more important. A daily regimen of foot care is recommended by experts in geriatrics. Inspecting the feet for cuts, bruises, and sores is something that should be done every day, either by yourself or by a caregiver. Many older people develop u...

Keep Your Feet Healthy So You Can Stay Active Take charge of your foot health and see your podiatrist before starting a new physical activity.

Orthotics May Benefit Patients Who Have Flat Feet Orthotics are defined as supportive insoles that provide bone and joint stability, in addition to soft tissue protection. Many patients with flat feet are interested in wearing orthotics, which may relieve this condition. Moving efficiently can be done by having the midfoot flex like a bow while add...

How to Find Relief With Morton’s Neuroma One of the most common symptoms that patients notice with the foot condition that is referred to as Morton’s neuroma is the sensation of having a pebble in the shoe. It can cause continuous pain in the ball of the foot, and it most often happens as a result of frequently wearing high heels. These ...

How to Properly Kick a Soccer Ball If you do not want to hurt your feet when kicking a soccer ball, it is important to master the correct technique. While an athlete might excel at kicking the ball with one foot, they may not be as gifted when using their other foot. Great soccer players learn how to kick the ball with both feet and....

Methods to Help Prevent Running Injuries People that have fitness goals realize getting injured can be a huge setback and will disrupt completing goals on time. Preventing running injuries is an integral part of staying fit and healthy, and there are simple methods that can be implemented to accomplish this. It is important to take a day o...

Dealing With Plantar Warts A wart is a growth on the skin that is caused by contact with a virus, namely the human papilloma virus, or HPV. Warts can grow anywhere on the body, but when they are on the feet, they are known as plantar warts. They look a bit like a callus that is growing on the bottom of the foot. Although plan...