Expert podiatry insights from the VitaStep care team.
That stabbing pain when your foot hits the floor in the morning is one of the most common complaints podiatrists hear — and it has a very specific cause. Here's what's happening inside your heel and when you should get it checked.
2026-05-18
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Patients often come in convinced they have a "heel spur" causing their pain — but in most cases, the real culprit is plantar fasciitis. Understanding the difference matters enormously because the treatments are not the same.
2026-05-18
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Diabetes is the leading cause of non-traumatic lower limb amputations in the United States — and the vast majority are preventable. Here are the seven practices that every diabetic patient needs to know to protect their feet.
2026-05-18
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The right footwear is one of the most powerful — and most underused — tools in plantar fasciitis recovery. Here's exactly what features matter, what to avoid, and when to upgrade to custom orthotics.
2026-05-18
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