At Weil Foot & Ankle Institute, it’s not unusual to see an increase in the cases of gout we treat in Lake, Cooke and Roselle-Dupage county patients during the holiday season. Below is some information about this painful condition and how to avoid it. What Is Gout? Gout is a form of arthritis that most […]
It may be the most wonderful time of the year, but at Weil Foot & Ankle Institute we have concerns for our Lake, Cooke and Roselle-Dupage county patients. Long lines, running from store to store, holiday parties and slippery weather can all add up to the perfect recipe for foot pain and injury if you’re […]
As winter heads for Lake, Cooke and Roselle-Dupage counties, we at Weil Foot & Ankle Institute expect to see more cases of fungal toenail and other fungal infections. Although many patients associate these conditions with the summer season when people spend more time barefoot, winter also has ways of creating environments where fungi thrive. During […]
At Weil Foot & Ankle Institute, one of the most common podiatric problems that patients in Cook, Lake and Dupage counties bring to us is heel pain. This discomfort can take several forms. It may be sharp and excruciating or a dull, ongoing ache. Pain may be worse when you first get up, but then […]
Ingrown toenails can cause extreme pain and tenderness and even lead to an infection if not treated promptly.