Dr. William Duke

At JCMG Podiatry we see an increased number of patients dealing with acute and chronic heel pain. In some cases this pain is associated with a condition known as tarsal tunnel syndrome. Tarsal tunnel syndrome in many ways parallels carpal tunnel syndrome in the hand and wrist. The tarsal tunnel is located along the inside [...]

It is estimated that 32,000 people a day suffer a sprained ankle! Obviously this injury occurs most commonly during exercise and sport activities, but during the winter months when snow and ice create slippery conditions an ankle sprain can occur at any time. Unfortunately out of these 32,000 sprains 15%, or just under 5,000 people, [...]

I have the pleasure of seeing many patients each week, and I think some of the more common questions that I am asked deal with “lumps and bumps” and changes in the appearance of nails and skin. I would like to discuss each of these situations in a little greater detail. Lumps and bumps can [...]

As the colder weather forces us to wear closed toe shoes, the problems that were ignored over the spring and summer are now becoming vastly apparent. Painful lumps and bumps are now more than just a nuisance. They actually start to limit our daily activities especially during this very busy time of year. I would [...]