Minimalist shoes have gained popularity in recent years for their lightweight feel and "barefoot" design. Promising better posture, stronger feet, and a more natural gait, they’ve found fans among runners, CrossFitters, and even casual walkers. But are minimalist shoes all they’re cracked up to be? Let’s take a closer look at the benefits and drawbacks of minimalist footwear—both in the gym and in daily life.

Your arch structure influences how you walk, run, and stand. During the walking cycle the foot is responsible for both shock absorption and providing a rigid lever to push off from. A higher or lower arch influences how well your foot can perform either of these tasks.

We all of summer goals, but pain is not one of them. If you plan on running through the summer here in Houston here are some tips to help keep you on your feet. Summer running can be exhilarating, but high temperatures come with added stress on your feet.

This post serves to give you some pointers on what you can do immediately following surgery to help mitigate your pain.

The effects of nicotine on skin and bone healing after surgery.

Foot and ankle specialists, such as podiatrists often utilize X-rays as a valuable diagnostic tool to assess and diagnose various conditions

Dr. Chris Correa DPM FACFAS discusses the types of fracture that happen to the 5th metatarsal base.

discusses the ins and outs of big toe fractures including conservative and surgical treatments.

Dr. Chris Correa DPM FACFAS discusses the ins and outs of ankle sprains including conservative and surgical treatments.

Dr. Chris Correa DPM FACFAS discussed P.R.I.C.E. therapy and its applications.

Dr. Chris Correa DPM FACFAS discusses Seever's disease (Pediatric heel pain).

Dr. Chris Correa DPM FACFAS discusses toe fracture diagnosis and treatment.

Dr. Chris Correa DPM FACFAS discussed fractures(Broken Bones).

Dr. Chris Correa DPM FACFAS discusses Vitamin D and how it relates to bone health.

Dr. Chris Correa DPM FACFAS discusses stress fractures.

Dr, Correa DPM FACFAS discusses plantar fasciitis sometimes known as heel spurs or "stone bruise".

In this section Cypress Foot and Ankle specialist Dr. Christopher Correa discusses anterior tarsal tunnel syndrome as a cause of dorsal...

Dr. Correa discussed Baxter's nerve entrapment as a cause of heel pain.

Dr. Correa discussed ankles sprains and ankle instability.

Dr. Correa discussed the signs, symptoms and treatments for gout.