A new school year means new backpacks, new routines, and often… new foot pain. Between growth spurts, longer walks, playground activities, and sports, children’s feet go through a lot during the school year. If they’re wearing worn-out or poorly fitting shoes, small problems can quickly turn into painful ones. Knowing what to look for can…

Summer is full of vacations, pool days, beach trips, and casual footwear. While flip-flops and sandals are convenient, they often provide little support for your feet. If you’re noticing sore heels, aching arches, or pain that didn’t exist before summer, your favorite warm-weather shoes may be part of the problem. As fall approaches, it’s a…

Pickleball has become one of the fastest-growing sports in the country, attracting players of all ages. It’s easy to learn, highly social, and provides an excellent workout—but as participation continues to rise, so do pickleball-related injuries. Quick starts and stops, rapid side-to-side movements, and sudden pivots place significant stress on the feet and ankles. Whether…

Summer means pool parties, splash pads, water parks, and weekends spent at the lake. While these activities are a great way to beat the Oklahoma heat, they can also expose your feet to fungi, bacteria, and viruses that thrive in warm, damp environments. Walking barefoot around pools and in public locker rooms may seem harmless,…

Summer vacations are meant to be relaxing, but it’s not uncommon to come home with sore, tired feet. Whether you’ve spent days exploring a new city, walking through airports, hiking scenic trails, or visiting theme parks, all that extra activity can take a toll on your feet and ankles. While some mild soreness is expected…