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If you’re an athlete, whether you play in a basketball league or just jog around your neighborhood, you know that you need to take care of your body. And while you probably know you need to eat right, stretch regularly, and maintain your workout routine, when was the...

Your ankles are two of the most mobile joints in your body. They absorb stress with each step you take. But, because they’re so mobile, and because they do so much, they can be highly susceptible to injury. Ankle damage is common among people of all ages. In...

A toenail becomes ingrown when an edge of it grows into the skin alongside it. It’s a very common foot condition, but it’s also one that can be very painful and even lead to infection.As a trained podiatrist, David B. Glover, DPM, FACFAS, and our team at Mountain View...

A bunion is a bony bump that develops at the base of the big toe. These bumps form over time and often develop due to genetics or pressure that pushes the big toe into the other toes. They’re extremely common, and nearly one in three adults over age 65 has a bunion....

Maybe you slipped and fell, or maybe you took an awkward step. Whatever the incident, now you have a sore, swollen ankle. Sprained ankles are some of the most common musculoskeletal injuries. They range in severity, but if your pain isn’t severe, does it really need...

Most people experience foot pain at one time or another. But, did you know that almost four out of 10 Americans have foot pain that’s so severe it limits their ability to perform everyday tasks? We rely on our feet to carry us through life, but arthritis,...

Do you have a hard, thick patch of skin on your foot or toe? If so, you might wonder if it’s a callus or corn. At Mountain View Foot & Ankle Institute in South Ogden, Utah, David B. Glover, DPM, FACFAS, and our podiatric team provide comprehensive foot care, and...

An estimated 1 in 10 people has a heel spur, which is a bone-like protrusion that forms between the heel and arch of the foot. Not everyone with heel spurs has pain, but about 5% of people experience discomfort that can range from a constant, dull ache to a sharp pain...

Do you have pain in the ball of your foot? Does it feel like you have a pebble in your shoe, only nothing’s there? It could be a neuroma. Having a neuroma can be frustrating. There’s no visible lump, but it can feel like you’re landing on a pebble or marble with each...

Did you know that bunions affect about one in three people over age 65? Bunions are bony growths that form at the base of the big toe, and they can be extremely painful. Bunions might start small, but they often grow larger if left untreated. Soreness and swelling are...

Feet are complex structures of bones, muscles, tendons, nerves, and more. You rely on your feet to carry you through the day, but if they hurt, this can impact your ability to function and enjoy life. If you experience stabbing foot pain, you don’t have to live with...

When ankle pain from an injury or chronic condition, such as arthritis, sticks around despite conservative treatment, ankle surgery may be the best option. Mountain View Foot & Ankle Institute provides the latest in arthroscopic ankle surgery to people of all...

Fungal infections cause about 50% of nail abnormalities. Nail fungus can make fingernails and toenails discolored, thick, and crumbly. It can develop on any nail, but it’s particularly common on toenails.Toenail fungus can be unsightly and embarrassing, but Mountain...

These days, high heels aren’t the only stylish option when you’re choosing shoes for work or a night out. Supportive flats ― which are flats with arch support ― are becoming a popular option, because they’re more comfortable to walk in than high heels, and they're...

About 25,000 Americans sprain their ankles every day, making it one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries in the country. Sprains account for nearly 45% of all sports injuries, but they’re a risk for athletes and nonathletes alike. Tough bands of tissue called...