Bay Area Foot Care

Peggy has been a patient of Bay Area Foot Care for over 20 years. She has suffered from painful foot conditions aggravated by her demanding job. She has referred numerous colleagues and members of her immediate family for treatment at BAFC. Mark explains his struggle with Plantar Fasciitis and how the condition inhibited his mobility.

#WellnessWednesday Venous Leg Ulcer A leg ulcer is a long-lasting (chronic) sore that takes more than 4 to 6 weeks to heal. They usually develop on the inside of the leg, just above the ankle. The symptoms of a venous leg ulcer include pain, itching and swelling in the affected leg. There may also be discoloured or hardened skin around the ulcer, and the sore may produce a foul-smelling discharge.... Causes: abnormal vein function - leaky valves - blood clots - injury - aging - obesity inherited Treatment Goal: improve blood flow cleaning/dressing the wound compression (bandages or stockings) elevation

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Part 1 of 3 #mondaymotivation Meet Jessica Potter DPM Bay Area Foot Care’s sports celebrity. She specializes in sports medicine, reconstructive surgery, and trauma. She received a golf scholarship to the University of San Francisco where she obtained an undergraduate degree in Exercise and Sports Science with a minor in Pre-med while playing NCAA golf for four years. She played an additional two years on the Canadian Women’s National Team prior to attending the California Sch...ool of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Potter was honored to be inducted into the 2018 Athletic Hall of Fame at the University of San Francisco for her contributions to USF Women’s Golf. New update: The San Francisco Glens are proud to announce her addition as the club’s official foot and ankle physician. #bayareafootcare #BAFC #podiatry #podiatricsurgery #boardcertified #orthotics #customorthotics #pain #painfulfeet #myfeetarekilllingme #boardcertified #sf #castrovalley #sanleandro #walnutcreek #danville #oakland #marin #sanrafael #sacramento #golf #USF #sfglens #sportsmedicine #reconstructivesurgery #trauma #athlete #collegiate #femalesinmedicine See more

If your feet are in pain and you are waiting for an appointment with our team, keep your feet elevated and ice them! This will reduce swelling and discomfort in the meantime!

Whether patients need ongoing foot care for diabetic neuropathy or require treatment for a foot or ankle athletic injury, the team at Bay Area Foot Care can help. To learn more about us, click here! https://www.bayareafootcare.com/

#mondaymotivation Meet Jessica Potter DPM Bay Area Foot Care’s sports celebrity. She specializes in sports medicine, reconstructive surgery, and trauma. She received a golf scholarship to the University of San Francisco where she obtained an undergraduate degree in Exercise and Sports Science with a minor in Pre-med while playing NCAA golf for four years. She played an additional two years on the Canadian Women’s National Team prior to attending the California School of Podia...tric Medicine. Dr. Potter was honored to be inducted into the 2018 Athletic Hall of Fame at the University of San Francisco for her contributions to USF Women’s Golf. New update: The San Francisco Glens are proud to announce her addition as the club’s official foot and ankle physician. #bayareafootcare #BAFC #podiatry #podiatricsurgery #boardcertified #orthotics #customorthotics #pain #painfulfeet #myfeetarekilllingme #boardcertified #sf #castrovalley #sanleandro #walnutcreek #danville #oakland #marin #sanrafael #sacramento #golf #USF #sfglens #sportsmedicine #reconstructivesurgery #trauma #athlete #collegiate #femalesinmedicine See more

If you have arthritis, try to incorporate fatty fish into your diet (salmon, sardines, and mackerel). These fish have high amounts of Omega-3 fatty acids in them, which have been proven to help reduce inflammation and joint pain.

With all of the information circulating regarding COVID-19, it can be difficult to determine what is accurate. Visit the CDC website to go straight to the source for trustworthy information from the experts! https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

While there is still much uncertainty regarding COVID-19, there are several measures that can reduce its transmission. This includes regular and thorough handwashing, limiting contact with others, and staying home if you're sick. For more tips, visit the CDC website! https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

The Bay Area Foot Care team goes beyond providing exceptional podiatric care; we also prioritize education and training. Always expect the best podiatric care from us! Learn about our practice here: https://www.bayareafootcare.com/

It's essential to listen to your feet when they are in pain. Continuing to do your daily activities with foot pain will only make the problem worse. Our team can help patients with their discomfort and get them walking around with no issues!

Our feet are made up of tons of bones, making up just about a quarter of the bones in the human body. Because there are so many bones, injuries to the feet are very common. Fortunately, our team can help patients with a variety of foot problems!

The importance of handwashing is not a novel concept, but many of us are likely not washing our hands properly. Watch this instructional video from the CDC and do your part to combat COVID-19!

Staffed by a team of board-certified podiatric experts, Bay Area Foot Care offers comprehensive services for foot and ankle care. To learn more about our practice and services, click here! https://www.bayareafootcare.com/

Athlete's Foot thrives in a warm, moist environment. Anyone can get this fungus at any time. Remember to wear flip flops in the gym shower and dry your feet well after showering. Contact Bay Area Foot Care, if you need an appointment to take care of this unwanted fungus!

A simple, non-invasive way to treat foot pain is being casted for a pair of custom orthotics. Just slip these inserts into your shoes and say goodbye to your pain! Call 800-871-8606 to get started!

Pain, swelling, and inflammation are common symptoms of soft tissue injuries, which can take a long time to heal. Bay Area Foot Care offers an innovative solution in the form of cold laser therapy. To learn more about this technique, click here! https://www.bayareafootcare.com/

"Dr. Potter was nothing but amazing. She is very knowledgeable and she made me feel comfortable and answered all the questions I had." -Verified Patient. For an experience like this, please call 800-871-8606.