Chicago Bulls guard C.J. Watson has been suffering with plantar fasciitis for many years and has finally decided to undergo a procedure to cure heel pain.  He is doing well and is expected to be playing again soon. 

"It was hard," Watson said of playing through the condition. "I couldn't do all the things that I'm usually capable of doing. But I knew with Derrick (Rose) out, I had to give the team what I could."

Plantar fasciitis is a common issue, especially among professional athletes and people who enjoy playing sports on a regular basis.  But it is nothing to be afraid of!  There are many conservative treatments that people can try to alleviate the painful sensation in their heels that keeps them from enjoying a nice walk through the neighborhood park.  (Although the 90 degree weather could probably also have a say in that)  Conservative treatment for heel pain include customized orthotics which helps relieve pressure and improve over biomechanical function of the feet.  Other treatments involve physical therapy, steroid injections, and daily use of a nightsplint.  At Houston Foot and Ankle Care, we have everything you need to help your feet feel like new again!  From physical therapy done conveniently in our office to having the right fit for custom orthotics, we have the proper treatment to help your feet start the day being painless!  Schedule your next appointment with Dr. Gabriel Maislos.

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Kristen Stewart suffered from a foot injury while doing reshoots on the movie set of Breaking Dawn.  She got a punctured wound while filming a hunting scene.

"I wasn't trying to have ultimate swag when I walked out -- I hurt my foot," Stewart told Leno. "I wasn't trying to get out of wearing heels either. Puncture wound, promise!" 

Puncture wounds are most common during the summer days when people opt to go barefoot while out on the beach or around the pool.  A puncture wound can be caused by small pointed objects, such as a really think splinter or nail that one might have accidentally stepped on.  If left untreated or not treated properly, it can easily turn into an infection.  If you have a punctured wound on the bottom of the foot, then you should immediately call your podiatrist, or foot and ankle surgeon, to make sure that it gets properly cleaned and also to remove any other foreign objects that could possibly get stuck on the wound.  Failure to do so might lead to an infection and foot pain.  The long summer days are on their way and feeling the hot sand underneath your feet is the best.  So make sure to prevent a possible foot infection, please call your Houston Foot And Ankle Podiatrist Dr. Gabriel Maislos to schedule your next appointment.  Let us take care of your feet and get them ready for sandal season! 

High heel shoes have been known to cause many foot ailments for women who wear them but that does not keep them from buying them.  But what many women do not realize is that wearing high heels can have an impact on the entire structure of the foot and even on the relationship of the knee to the ankle.  Common foot problems caused by the use of high heels include bunions, hammertoes, neuromas, corns, and calluses.  Some women are even having plastic surgery done to their feet just so that they can be able to walk in their cute pair of four-inch high heels.  Most common are corns and calluses which are thickened layers of skin that usually occurs on top or sides of the foot and bunions which are not necessarily caused by high heels but can sure be aggravated by daily use of them.  Check out our selection of high heels for all occasions that are going to make your feet feel as if you are walking on a cloud.  All of our shoes have a special insert that is thick and custom molded to help alleviate the pressure points of your feet.  Every pair of high heels come with a built-in shaped foot bed for superior arch and for your optimal support, they contain also contain memory foam cushion.  Come see our great selection at Houston Podiatrist Dr. Gabriel Maislos’s office.

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As if Maria Menounos ankle injury was not enough, there has been another injured soul in Dancing with the Stars.  William Levy tweeted about how he has injured his right ankle while rehearsing and to play it safe, he is most likely going to sit out on tonight’s’ competition. (Unlike his dancing competition, Maria Menounos, who quick-stepped herself through the pain last week)

 “Just wanted to let you know that I injured my right ankle pretty bad during rehearsal. MRI tomorrow (April 16). I’ll let u all know … Love u all,” he wrote.

Ankle sprains are important to treat as soon as possible because they can soon develop into tendonitis, which can involve inflammation of the Achilles tendon, which is located on the posterior side of an ankle.  This can be causes by trauma as a result from sports or doing the ‘pasa doble’ in the dance floor.  Tendonitis causes pain, swelling, and tenderness in the tendon area.  Treatment involves NSAIDS to decrease inflammation and even orthopedic casting.  The first step to recuperation would be to have your podiatrist order an MRI to see if there are any rupture of ligaments or tendons.  If tendonitis goes untreated, it can result in rupture or even tearing of the tendon.  If you have experienced ankle pain, do not play it off as a simple issue.  Call your Houston podiatrist at Houston Foot And Ankle Care and schedule your appointment with Dr. Gabriel Maislos.  

If you have ever suffered from a fractured foot, the first thing that your podiatrist should restrict you from is performing an intense dance routine to Alice’s Cooper’s “Schools Out” in Dancing with the Stars.  But Extra-show host, Maria Menounos was not taking a fracture foot as an excuse from giving it her all in the dance floor.  Common causes of a fractured foot are falls, twisting of the foot injuries (as dancing requires), and direct hit or impacts of the foot against hard surfaces or objects.  Diagnosis of foot fractures are done through x-rays, which are conveniently done in our office.  Proper treatment includes the use of a pneumatic cam walker (boot) as to keep the foot stable and from not applying pressure to the foot.  If you think you might have a fracture on one of the bones of your foot, call podiatrist Dr. Gabriel Maislos to schedule your next appointment as soon as possible.   

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