Blog - Podiatrist in Council Bluffs, IA | Council Bluffs Foot & Ankle Care, PC

Arch Disorders
posted: Apr. 22, 2020.

The arches of the feet play a role in supporting your body’s weight when standing or in motion. The tarsal and metatarsal bones make up the arches of the feet, Read more
Treating and Dealing With Athlete's Foot
posted: Apr. 07, 2020.

Athlete’s foot is a common fungal infection of the feet that is typically characterized by itchy, burning patches of skin between the toes that may also crack or bleed. Since Read more
Treating Tendon and Joint Pain
posted: Mar. 23, 2020.

There are 52 bones in your feet and ankles, which means that feet contain about 25 percent of the bones in our bodies. Our feet also contain about 20-25 percent Read more
Treating Broken Metatarsals
posted: Mar. 04, 2020.

Did you know that the metatarsals, or bones in the foot, are the most commonly broken bones in the human body? These long bones run the length of the foot Read more
Are You Struggling with Heel Pain?
posted: Feb. 18, 2020.

Heel pain is a common foot problem that podiatrists often treat. Knowing the cause of your pain is important in determining the most effective treatment method. Even if the pain Read more
Treating and Preventing Peripheral Artery Disease
posted: Feb. 06, 2020.

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition that often affects blood flow to the legs due to narrowing of the arteries. PAD is caused by atherosclerosis, a serious condition in Read more
Welcome Dr. Shumway!
posted: Jul. 10, 2019.

We are pleased to announce the addition of a new associate to our practice, Nathan Shumway, DPM. Dr. Shumway is a native of Utah where he received his undergraduate degree from Read more
Why you should see a podiatrist
posted: Sep. 25, 2016.

A Podiatrist, or Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), is the only health care professional whose total training focuses on the foot, ankle and related body systems. After obtaining an undergraduate Read more
How to buy athletic shoes
posted: Sep. 22, 2016.

How a shoe is built makes a difference in its fit and function. Knowing the basic parts of a shoe can help you sort through the many available styles and Read more