Got a toenail that’s red, swollen, and agony to touch — or that keeps flaring up no matter what you try? Ingrown toenails are one of the most common conditions we treat at East Coast Podiatry Clinic, and also one of the most incorrectly treated at home. Newcastle podiatrist Tim Foran explains why home remedies fail, what the procedure actually involves, and how to make sure it doesn’t come back.
Persistent pain under the ball of your foot near the second toe? It could be a plantar plate tear — one of the most commonly missed forefoot injuries. Newcastle podiatrist Tim Foran explains the symptoms, why it’s so often mistaken for a neuroma, and how early treatment can prevent the need for surgery.
Is one foot starting to look flatter than the other, or does your inner ankle ache by the end of the day? It could be posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD) — the most common cause of adult-acquired flatfoot. Newcastle podiatrist Tim Foran explains the stages, warning signs, and why early treatment can help you avoid surgery.
Deep, achy pain at the base of your second toe that gets worse the longer you’re on your feet? It could be second MTPJ synovitis — an underdiagnosed cause of ball-of-foot pain that’s often mistaken for a neuroma. Newcastle podiatrist Tim Foran explains the symptoms, causes, and why catching it early matters.
Midfoot pain after a twist, fall or tackle that just won’t settle? It could be a Lisfranc injury — one of the most commonly missed foot injuries, and serious if left untreated. Newcastle podiatrist Tim Foran explains the warning signs, why it’s so often mistaken for a simple sprain, and what happens if it’s not treated early.
Been told you have plantar fasciitis but it just won’t settle? The problem might be plantar fasciosis — a degeneration of the tissue, not inflammation — and the two need very different treatment. Newcastle podiatrist Tim Foran explains the difference, why it matters, and how to finally get on top of persistent heel pain.
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That burning pain or “pebble under the foot” feeling in the ball of your foot could be a Morton’s neuroma — a thickening of the nerve between your toes caused by chronic compression. Newcastle podiatrist Tim Foran explains the symptoms, what causes it, and how most cases can be resolved without surgery.
Carrying a niggle that won’t settle, or recovering from an ankle sprain, Achilles injury or shin splints? Newcastle podiatrist Tim Foran covers the most common sports injuries affecting the foot and lower leg, what the evidence actually says about treating them, and how to get back to sport without making things worse.
A toe that curls downward and rubs against your shoes could be a hammertoe — a common deformity caused by tight footwear, muscle imbalances, or nerve damage. Newcastle podiatrist Tim Foran explains what causes it, who’s most at risk, and how most cases can be managed without surgery.
Has your child been complaining of heel pain since winter sport started? It’s likely Sever’s disease — an irritation of the heel’s growth plate common in active kids aged 8–14. Newcastle podiatrist Tim Foran explains why it happens, what makes it worse, and how to keep your young athlete on the field.
