Posts Categorized: Patient Resources

Effective Ingrown Toenail Care at Momentum in Omaha

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Ingrown toenails, a common condition treated at the Momentum Foot & Ankle Wellness Center in Omaha, occur when the edge of a toenail grows into the surrounding skin, causing pain, swelling, and potential infections. Symptoms include redness, drainage, and tenderness. Risk factors include improper nail trimming, tight footwear, and trauma. Mild cases may be managed at home, but patients with persistent pain or signs of infection should seek professional help. Treatment typically involves a quick office visit for procedures like a matrixectomy to prevent recurrence. Proper nail care and footwear choices are essential for prevention and maintaining foot health.

Radial Shockwave Therapy for Foot & Ankle Pain in Omaha, NE

Posted by https://momentumfootandankle.com/author/drpalmquist/ & filed under Ankle, Foot, Health and Wellness, Injury, Patient Resources, Plantar Fasciitis.

Do you have heel pain that just won’t go away? Radial shockwave therapy may be exactly what you need. At Momentum Foot and Ankle, we use this proven, non-surgical treatment to help patients get lasting relief — fast. Many people try stretching, orthotics, and injections for months. Yet the pain keeps coming back. So if… Read more »

What to Expect at Your First Podiatry Appointment in Omaha

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If you’ve been dealing with foot pain, an ingrown toenail, heel discomfort, or another foot or ankle problem — and you’ve been putting off making an appointment — you’re not alone. Many people don’t know what to expect from a podiatry visit, and that uncertainty can delay care that would make a real difference in… Read more »

Why Heel Pain in Active Adults Under 65 Is Different — And What You Can Do About It

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You’re in the middle of your morning run, a shift on your feet at work, or a weekend hike — and that familiar, stabbing pain in your heel stops you cold. You’ve probably pushed through it more times than you can count. But heel pain doesn’t get better by ignoring it, and in active adults,… Read more »