established his primary practice in New Bremen, Ohio in 2013, but relocated it to Celina in 2016.
equal to several hundred tons of pressure on both feet.
The doctor says, “I am often asked, Why did you choose to focus just on the feet? My response is there is a whole person connected to them, so you have to evaluate the whole person.
“Arthritis, including gout, often attacks the foot first. Other systemic issues, such as diabetes, circulatory disorders, anemia or dietary deficiencies, and kidney issues can first be detected in the podiatric exam.”
“Mechanically, if the foot has an issue, the condition may lead to a problem higher up, such as a leg, hip or back issue. Research demonstrates an average day of walking can generate forces of
Good hygiene is the doctor’s first recommendation in caring for feet and ankles. “Daily cleansing and inspection is a good start,” he says. “Dry between toes after bathing. Cut your toenails properly—avoid