Do you have a bony bump on the outside of your big toe? Chances are, it’s a bunion. But what is it, why is it there, and most importantly how do you treat it?

Spring is almost here and that means sandal season. If you’re worried about flaunting your feet because you suffer from cracked heels, we’re here to help. At KC Foot Specialists, we see some pretty severe cases of cracked heels. Not only can they be unsightly, but they can also be a health hazard. Dry, cracked skin is an invitation for infection. Add to that the fact that feet are exposed to a lot of germs and dirt just because we walk on them every day or keep them cooped up in sweaty shoes, and trouble can soon follow this condition.

Sometimes it’s easy to ignore the small aches that come out of nowhere, but those aches are often the result of a larger issue in another part of your body. Although your bones aren’t connected to one another directly, they are connected through a cohesive system of tendons, ligaments, muscles, and other fibers. This is the reason that pain in one part of your body could be causing pain in a completely different area of your body. This is particularly true for anyone who suffers from both lower back and foot pain.

Although they don’t seem like it, feet are a delicate part of your body. Most people don’t realize the beating their feet take each day or that they’re doing certain things that can cause damage to your feet without realizing. Even minuscule details, such as the types of socks and shoes you wear, can have serious consequences when it comes to your foot health. Take a look at some common dangers to protect your feet from.