What Happens If Your Kids Don’t Trim Their Toenails

For busy parents, getting your kid to sit still long enough for a toe clipping can feel impossible. And if they’re a little older, convincing them to do it themselves is like talking to the wall. But at PodiatryCare, PC, and the Heel Pain Center, we’ve seen that skipping this task can be a big deal for their foot health. Here are 4 reasons why!

toenail care, toenailsWPVNovember 17, 2025Podiatry, podiatrists, podiatrist, Children, Children's Foot Pain, nails, Trimming Toenails, children, toes

What Causes Ball-of-Foot Pain in Children?

When your child complains of a persistent ache in the ball of their foot, it's something worth paying attention to. At PodiatryCare, PC, and the Heel Pain Center, we refer to this general pain as metatarsalgia.

MetatarsalgiaWPVAugust 19, 2025Metatarsalgia, Children's Foot Pain, Children, Footwear, Podiatry, podiatrist, Ball of foot

Getting to Know Freiberg's Disease in Children

Persistent ball-of-foot pain in kids may signal Freiberg’s Disease, a rare bone issue. Learn symptoms, causes, and treatment from PodiatryCare, PC, and the Heel Pain Center.

Our Best Foot Care Tips for 5 Different Types of People

Foot health evolves over time. At PodiatryCare, PC, & the Heel Pain Center, we share tips for kids, adults, seniors, athletes, and diabetics to keep you moving!

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