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Tel: 239-430-3668Golfers: Don’t be handicapped with foot pain
Naples, FL foot and ankle surgeon shares advice Naples, FL — As millions of avid golfers get ready for another season of pars and bogeys, they should be aware of potentially serious foot problems that can result from years of playing the game. Although golf is not considered a rigorous sport, the physical act of […]
Children’s soccer linked to ingrown toenails
Snug cleats, repeated kicking can contribute to a painful problem Naples,FL — Toes and feet can take a beating, especially from sports. Foot and ankle surgeon Dr. Kevin Lam, D.P.M., FACFAS, DABLES, DABPS, says he treats many soccer-playing children for ingrown toenails. He blames improper toenail trimming, snug soccer cleats and repetitive kicking for […]
Power Mowers Pose Danger to Feet
Thousands of Foot Injuries Can be Prevented Each Year
Naplesl, FL — Lawn care season is back and Naples, FL foot and ankle surgeon, Dr. Kevin Lam, D.P.M., FACFAS, DABLES, DABPS cautions homeowners to protect their feet and the feet of those around them when using rotary-blade lawnmowers.
Spring is ankle sprain season
Naples, FL — Spring is sports season for many amateur athletes and weekend warriors. It’s also ankle sprain season for one area foot and ankle surgeon. Dr. Kevin Lam, D.P.M., FACFAS, DABLES, DABPS, a foot and ankle surgeon with offices in Lee and Collier County, says ankle sprains are one of the most common sports […]
Popular sandals causing foot problems in men?
Wrong sandal can cause heel pain, Achilles tendonitis, other ailments
Naples, FL — Footwear has come a long way since Roman armies conquered an empire wearing only sandals on their feet. But what’s old is new again. Recent market research reveals sales of men’s sandals jumped 20 percent between 2005 and 2007.
Rare diabetes foot complication becoming more common in Florida
Few people with diabetes know about the limb-threatening foot condition, or its warning signs.
Naples, FL — As diabetes rates soar nationwide, a Naples foot and ankle surgeon says he’s seeing more patients with a rare diabetic foot complication.
The condition is called Charcot foot (pronounced SHAR-co). Foot and ankle surgeon Dr. Kevin Lam, D.P.M., FACFAS, DABLES, DABPS, says it involves a sudden softening of the foot’s bones. This can trigger an avalanche of problems, including joint loss, fractures, collapse of the arch, massive deformity, ulcers, amputation, and even death.
Foot Pain Ruining Your Golf Swing?
Naples, FL — The barrier to a perfect golf swing could lie in your big toe. Or your heel. Or on the ball of your foot. Dr. Kevin Lam, D.P.M., FACFAS, DABLES, DABPS, a member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS), says these are the three areas of your feet most […]
Runners: Fit feet finish faster
Naples, FL — Both long-distance runners and casual joggers can improve their performance by keeping their feet in top condition and taking steps to control foot problems common in runners, according to foot and ankle surgeon Dr. Kevin Lam. “The human foot is a biological masterpiece that amazingly endures the stresses of daily activity,” says […]
Female runner? You’ve got some nerve (Morton’s Neuroma)
Naples, FL — Spring is in the air and runners are hitting the streets to get back in shape after a long winter. A Florida foot and ankle surgeon warns female runners that the combination of wearing narrow, pointed-toed shoes at work and the pounding their feet endure from running on hard surfaces can cause a neuroma, a painful nerve disorder of the feet.
Surgeons Warn: Skateboarding Tough on Feet, Ankles
Board tricks, repeated foot impact can lead to serious injury
Naples, FL — Children and young adults love the thrill of skateboarding. They learn to master their skills of “riding the rail” and “catching air.” But according to Dr. Kevin Lam, D.P.M., FACFAS, DABLES, DABPS, such tricks, while fun, can be physically demanding and cause serious foot and ankle injuries.
