Discover the power of Kinesio tape in easing heel pain. Learn how this non-invasive treatment offers relief, improved circulation, and enhanced proprioception.
Hit the trails with confidence! Expert tips for keeping your feet happy and healthy while hiking. From proper footwear to aftercare, we've got you covered.
Unlock the mystery of iron deficiency anemia: discover how your toenails hold vital clues. Learn symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options in our comprehensive guide.
Relieve Achilles tendonitis pain at home with effective exercises! Stretch, strengthen & improve mobility for lasting relief. Get back on your feet pain-free!
Peripheral neuropathy, a common condition among individuals with diabetes and other underlying health issues, can cause discomfort, pain, and tingling in the extremities. Managing this condition is crucial to improving quality of life and maintaining daily activities. While medical intervention is often necessary, there are several home treatments and lifestyle adjustments that can help alleviate symptoms and promote overall well-being.
November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Having diabetes along with heel pain can be challenging to treat. Heel pain, which can significantly impact an individual's quality of life. Heel pain in diabetics can stem from various causes, and understanding these factors is crucial for effective management and relief.
As the summer sun begins to set, and the aroma of sharpened pencils fills the air, we find ourselves at that exciting juncture in the year – back-to-school time. It's not only a period of fresh starts and new challenges for children and young adults, but it's also a golden opportunity for parents and caregivers to reassess the foot health of their loved ones. Learn from Lighthouse Foot & Ankle Center about some key points to consider this back-to-school season.
Does your job require that you stand for 5 to 8 hours each day? Have you gotten home to find that your heels and legs were aching after standing on concrete floors? Standing on your feet for work causes excessive strain on your back, hip, knees, and feet. If you are required to work even a few hours a day standing, do not miss these seven tips to avoid foot and leg pain.
If you follow shoe trends – or maybe that special lady in your life does – you probably have heard of the new floss heels. A floss heel – named for the dental product because their straps are so wispy – has virtually no supportive structure for the foot, even with a thin ankle strap. The heel is flimsy and, at 2 ½ inches, is a little too high for daily wear.
Lighthouse Foot and Ankle Center, PC
23 Spring St. Suite B
Scarborough, ME 04074
FAX: (207) 774-0063
You may call our office directly during normal business hours or contact us via the patient portal.
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Monday
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Tuesday
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Wednesday
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Thursday
8:30 AM - 2:00 PM Friday Orthotic casting appointments only
Closed daily for lunch
between 12pm - 1pm
