Blog - Podiatrist in Erie, Pennsylvania | DiFranco Family Foot Care

Tips for Choosing the Right Shoes for Your Foot Type
posted: Mar. 21, 2023.

Dealing with sore feet can be extremely difficult and can make you miss out on your favorite activities. One important way that you can avoid injuries and foot pain is Read more
The Importance of Foot Care for Diabetics
posted: Mar. 07, 2023.

Dealing with diabetes is difficult and involves many lifestyle changes after you first get diagnosed. There are many things that you’ll have to start thinking about when you have diabetes, Read more
Treatment Options for Heel Pain and Plantar Fasciitis
posted: Feb. 13, 2023.

Dealing with heel pain can be irritating and you might find that you’re unable to participate in some of your favorite activities. Heel pain can be caused by numerous issues, Read more
FAQs About Bunions
posted: Feb. 01, 2023.

Let The Experts at DiFranco Family Foot Care Answer Your Erie, PA Bunion FAQs. Dr. Joseph DiFranco of DiFranco Family Foot Care serves the region with quality foot care services. Bunions Read more
Benefits of Having a Podiatrist
posted: Feb. 01, 2023.

When it comes to your feet, it’s important that you’re doing what you can to keep them healthy and strong, since they’re so important to your daily life. There are Read more
Common Foot and Ankle Injuries and How to Treat Them
posted: Jan. 20, 2023.

Your podiatrist is a foot and ankle specialist who can treat a wide variety of foot, ankle, and toe conditions. Your ankles, feet, and toes perform important functions helping you Read more
The Importance of Proper Footcare for Diabetic Patients
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.

Diabetes is one of the most serious health conditions because it has such harmful effects on your entire body. Diabetes is especially damaging to your extremities, including your feet. If Read more
The Common Causes of Foot Pain and How To Find Relief
posted: Dec. 21, 2022.

When you experience foot pain, you might be tempted to ignore it. That’s a bad idea. Foot pain can grow worse over time, leading to loss of mobility and a Read more
What Are Bunions and How Can They Be Treated?
posted: Dec. 01, 2022.

If you have a hard, bony lump on the side of your big toe, it’s probably a bunion. Bunions are caused by a genetic bone deformity which makes your big Read more
What Is an Ingrown Toenail?
posted: Nov. 18, 2022.

An ingrown toenail is a toenail which has grown into the surrounding skin of your toe. If you’ve ever had an ingrown toenail, you already know how painful it can Read more
Treating Your Bunions
posted: Nov. 02, 2022.

Surgery is often needed when you have a bunion, but surgical intervention is not inevitable. There are quite a few things that you and your podiatrist can do to manage bunions before surgery Read more
Causes of Heel Pain
posted: Nov. 01, 2022.

Heel pain is one of the most common problems your podiatrist treats. If you are suffering from heel pain, the pain can make it difficult to enjoy an active life. Read more
Caring for Your Feet When You’re a Diabetic
posted: Oct. 12, 2022.

If you have diabetes, you may already know about the effects on your body, especially your extremities. What you may not know is that diabetes is especially hard on your Read more
What To Do for Ankle Pain
posted: Oct. 01, 2022.

Your ankles are an important part of your body. Together with your legs and feet, your ankles help carry your body weight. They help you walk, run, and enjoy daily Read more
When To See a Podiatrist for a Sports Injury
posted: Sep. 21, 2022.

Sports injuries happen, and your feet and ankles are especially vulnerable. Your feet and ankles are overworked to begin with, and if you play a sport with a lot of Read more
When To See a Podiatrist
posted: Sep. 13, 2022.

Good overall health is inextricably linked with good foot health. When your feet are crying out for help, listen to them. Ignoring small issues in the feet can progress into Read more