Learning more about your foot or ankle condition and treatment options can help you direct your care with confidence. Browse Optimum Podiatry's online podiatric library for free, in-depth articles on a wide range of topics.
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Minimally Invasive Surgery vs Open Surgery: Which is Right for You?Choosing between minimally invasive surgery vs open surgery for your foot condition? Marietta Podiatrist Dr. Alvin Cowans explores the pros and cons of each
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Why do my heels hurt in the morning?Why do heels hurt in the morning? Plantar fasciitis pain is worst after long periods of inactivity but Dr. Alvin Cowans can provide relief in Powder Springs.
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How to Find Fast Shin Splint ReliefMarietta podiatrist Dr. Alvin Cowans offers shin splint relief with rest, ice, stretching, compression therapy, and custom orthotics. Call 770-727-0614 for help.
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Sprained Ankle vs Broken Ankle: How to Spot the DifferenceHow can you tell the difference between a sprained ankle vs broken ankle? Use this guide from your podiatrist in Powder Springs, GA.
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Achilles Pain in the Morning: Causes and Treatment OptionsExperiencing stiffness or Achilles pain in the morning is a sign of tendinitis. Explore treatment options in Powder Springs, including stretches, meds and more.
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What Causes Side of Foot Pain?Side of foot pain is often caused by peroneal tendonitis. Marietta Podiatrist Dr. Alvin Cowans treats this inflammation with laser therapy and custom orthotics.
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Fungal Toenail Treatment: What’s Your Best Option?To choose the best fungal toenail treatment, type the fungus causing infection. Marietta podiatrist Dr. Alvin Cowans targets toenail fungus with laser therapy
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Got Heel Pain AND Arch Pain? It Sounds Like Plantar FasciitisPlantar fasciitis can cause heel pain and arch pain at the same time. Discover prevention tips and treatment options from your Powder Springs podiatrist.
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How Do You Fix a Hammertoe?You can fix a hammertoe that's by removing pressure and manually straightening the toe. A rigid deformity will require hammertoe surgery in Marietta
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What Causes a Foot Neuroma to Form?Pressure causes a foot neuroma to form, so we treat the problem by removing pressure, with orthotics or with minimally invasive surgery from Dr. Alvin Cowans
