Foot Care Specialists Greenville NC

Find Foot Care Specialists in Greenville, NC. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in Greenville, NC.

Local Businesses

Walter Ray Gammon

252-752-4125
1705 W 6Th St
Greenville, NC 27834


Workman, Jonathan R – Eastern Carolina Ent

(252) 752-5227
850 Johns Hopkins Dr
Greenville, NC 27858


Albernaz, Marcus S – Eastern Carolina Ent

(252) 752-5227
850 Johns Hopkins Dr
Greenville, NC 27858


Valerie B Laing

(252) 744-2207
600 Moye Blvd
Greenville, NC 27834


Richard S Zeri

(252) 744-2207
600 Medical Dr
Greenville, NC 27834


Richard James Murphy

(252) 752-4124
420 Spring Forest Rd
Greenville, NC 27834


Marcus Sailer Albernaz

252-752-5227
Po Box 5007
Greenville, NC 27835


Mc Lawhorn, Jackie – Greenville Skin Care Ctr

(252) 758-3329
400 Spring Forest Rd
Greenville, NC 27858


Rizzuti, Richard P – Greenville Plastic Surgery

(252) 758-6627
400 Spring Forest Rd
Greenville, NC 27858


Robert Hill Schosser

252-744-2555
600 Moye Blvd
Greenville, NC 27834


Richard Stephen Zeri

252-744-5291
600 Medical Dr
Greenville, NC 27834


Eastern Dermatology Pa

(252) 752-4125
1705 W 6Th St Bldg 6
Greenville, NC 27834


Brentjens, Mathijs

252-752-4124
420 Spring Forest Rd
Greenville, NC 27834


Walter Ray Gammon

(252) 752-4124
420 Spring Forest Rd
Greenville, NC 27834


Dr.Richard Zeri

(252) 744-2207
2577 Stantonsburg Road
Greenville, NC 27834


Charles Mc Glohn Phillips

252-744-2555
600 Moye Blvd
Greenville, NC 27834


Joseph Franklin

(252) 758-6627
400 Spring Forest Road
Greenville, NC 27834


Charles Phillips

(252) 744-2555
600 Moye Blvd Ste G
Greenville, NC 27858


Richard James Murphy

252-752-4124
1705 W 6Th St Ste G
Greenville, NC 27834


Cameron Langley Smith

252-756-3114
314 Kenilworth Rd
Greenville, NC 27858


Foot Care Specialists FAQ in Greenville, NC

What is the difference between a foot doctor and a podiatrist?

Podiatrists complete four years of higher education at a school of podiatry to receive their medical certification. They follow their podiatry education with two to three years of residency. Foot and ankle specialists receive additional advanced training to treat traumatic injuries of the lower leg, ankle, and foot.

What does Vicks VapoRub do for toenails?

Vicks VapoRub Although designed for cough suppression, its active ingredients (camphor and eucalyptus oil) may help treat toenail fungus. A 2011 study found that Vicks VapoRub had a “positive clinical effect” in treating toenail fungus.

How do you treat elderly feet?

Keep feet clean. Depending on whether your older adult bathes on their own or needs help, their feet may only get washed once in a while during the week. Moisturize feet. Trim nails. Monitor sores. Get properly fitting footwear. Get medical attention when needed. Address pain. Promote circulation.

Why are my toenails so thick and hard to cut?

Toenails that grow thicker over time likely indicate a fungal infection, also known as onychomycosis. Left untreated, thick toenails can become painful. Prompt treatment can be key to curing the nail fungus. Fungal infections might be difficult to cure and may require months of treatment.

What is the white hard stuff under my toenails?

This overgrowth is called subungual hyperkeratosis. People with hyperkeratosis may notice a white, chalky substance under the nail. When this occurs in the toenails, the pressure of shoes pushing down on the nails might cause pain.

Why do elderly get thick toenails?

The growth rate of nails decreases when people get older. This results in thickening because nail cells pile up. The process of nail cells piling up is referred to as onychocytes. Another reason why fingernails don’t thicken as much is their growth rate is smaller than the growth rate of toenails.

Can a podiatrist do surgery?

Podiatric surgeons offer comprehensive surgical care for a wide variety of problems, including: bunions (hallux valgus) problems with the toes (e.g. hammer toes) nerve entrapments of the foot and ankle.

Can you regain ability to walk?

Physical Therapy In order to recover walking after SCI, you must retrain the brain, spinal cord, and muscles to work in sync again through highly repetitive and task-specific movement. The more you practice, the stronger the neural pathways get and the more familiar the movements become.

How much does it cost to have a podiatrist cut toenails?

Costs of Nail Trimming For a special treatment that includes exfoliation, nail and cuticle trimming, fungus prevention, and maybe even a foot massage, the average cost across the country is about $35.00 to $40.00.

What is Cinderella foot?

The so-called “Cinderella Procedure” is a preventive bunion correction that results in a narrower foot. The point of the Cinderella Procedure is to be able to wear a shoe that didn’t fit comfortably before. The Cinderella Procedure is actually a combination of procedures used together to achieve the desired results.

How do you cut thick elderly toenails?

Soak your feet in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften your nails. Make small cuts with the clipper to avoid splintering the nail. Then cut straight across. If thickened toenails are too painful or difficult to cut yourself, call us for advice or an appointment.

Should I keep walking with foot pain?

See your podiatrist if the pain persists “Pain is a sign that something is wrong,” Youner says. “Do not walk through pain.” You may have a condition such as bone spurs or plantar fasciitis. Bone spurs are a form of outgrowth, and plantar fasciitis is the result of damage or tearing in ligaments of the heel.

What is the most common problem treated by a podiatrist?

The most common foot problem that a podiatrist treats is heel pain. Heel pain can be caused by a variety of different conditions, such as plantar fasciitis or Achilles tendinitis. Treatment for heel pain often includes things like stretching exercises, orthotic devices, or cortisone injections.