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Jeffrey S. Hurless, DPM, FACFAS From surgery to prevention, Dr. Jeffrey S. Hurless provides whole-person podiatric care to help you move better, live better.

10/19/2026

At some point, “it’ll probably go away” stops being a treatment plan. 😂

Foot pain has a way of slowly becoming part of your normal. You change your shoes. Skip the workout. Stop taking the longer walk. Avoid going barefoot. Before you know it, you’ve been working around the same pain for months.

You shouldn’t have to plan your day around what your feet will tolerate.

If foot or ankle pain keeps coming back, is getting worse, or is changing the things you do, it’s worth finding out what’s causing it.

Your feet have places to go.

Book an appointment using the link in the comments and let’s work on getting you back to them.

If you have gout, what you eat and drink can play a role in your risk of a flare, but that doesn’t mean you need to be a...
10/15/2026

If you have gout, what you eat and drink can play a role in your risk of a flare, but that doesn’t mean you need to be afraid of everything on your plate.

Gout develops when uric acid crystals build up in a joint, often causing sudden, intense pain, redness, swelling, and tenderness. Certain foods and habits can contribute to higher uric acid levels or make flares more likely.

Some things to be mindful of include b**r and other alcohol, organ meats, certain seafood like anchovies, sardines, mussels, scallops, trout, and tuna, sugary drinks, and foods high in fructose. Staying hydrated is important too, since dehydration can make it harder for your kidneys to remove uric acid.

The good news? Managing gout doesn’t necessarily mean giving up everything you enjoy. It’s about understanding your individual triggers, making appropriate lifestyle choices, maintaining a healthy weight when recommended, and taking medications as prescribed.

And diet is only one part of gout management. If you’re experiencing sudden joint pain, redness, swelling, or recurring flares, getting an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan matters.

Book an appointment using the link in the comments, and let’s figure out the right approach for you.

10/12/2026

When your patient casually mentions they’re also a doctor and suddenly you forget everything you learned in podiatry school 😂

Kidding, of course.

Truthfully, it’s always a compliment when another medical professional chooses to trust me with their care. But that doesn’t mean I won’t be sitting up just a little straighter when I hear, “I’m a doctor too.” 😂

Your shoes don’t come with an expiration date, so how do you know when it’s actually time to replace them? 👟There isn’t ...
10/09/2026

Your shoes don’t come with an expiration date, so how do you know when it’s actually time to replace them? 👟

There isn’t one rule that works for every pair. How long your shoes last depends on how often you wear them, what you use them for, your activity level, and how quickly they’re wearing down. For running shoes, a commonly used guideline is around 300–500 miles, but the condition of the shoe, and how your feet feel, matters too.

Take a look at the tread. If it’s significantly or unevenly worn, especially more on one side, your shoes may be ready for retirement. Pay attention to the cushioning too. A midsole that feels compressed, flat, or noticeably less supportive can mean the shoe isn’t doing its job as well anymore, even if the outside still looks perfectly fine.

And one of the biggest clues? Your feet.

If you’re suddenly noticing new foot, heel, ankle, or leg discomfort in a pair that used to feel comfortable, don’t ignore it.

Your shoes don’t need to be physically falling apart before you replace them. Sometimes the support and cushioning wear out long before the rest of the shoe does.

Not sure if your shoes could be contributing to your foot pain? Bring them to your next appointment and I’ll be happy to take a look. Book an appointment using the link in the comments.

Happy International Podiatry Day! 👣Yes, there's an actual day dedicated to podiatrists. No, I didn't make it up.I spend ...
10/08/2026

Happy International Podiatry Day! 👣

Yes, there's an actual day dedicated to podiatrists. No, I didn't make it up.

I spend my days looking at feet, talking about feet, fixing feet, and occasionally wondering why people insist on wearing shoes that are clearly trying to hurt them.

But after all these years, I still love what I do. Helping people get out of pain and back to doing what they love never gets old.

So here's to my fellow podiatrists! We may not be the most glamorous doctors, but we definitely have the best patients.

And remember, life is too short for foot pain. Or bad shoes.

10/05/2026

Just casually asking to live rent-free in your head 😂

Not because anything is wrong right now. But the next time you wake up with heel pain, notice something strange going on with a toenail, or realize your bunion is making your favorite shoes impossible to wear, I’d like you to remember that you know a podiatrist.

Consider this my very subtle reminder 👣

And if something is already bothering you, you don’t have to wait until it gets worse. Book an appointment using the link in the comments and let’s figure out what’s going on.

Boot season is back. Unfortunately, sometimes the foot pain comes with it. 🥾😂If you pulled your favorite boots out of th...
10/01/2026

Boot season is back. Unfortunately, sometimes the foot pain comes with it. 🥾😂

If you pulled your favorite boots out of the closet and quickly remembered why your feet weren’t sad to see them go last spring, take a closer look at the fit before blaming your feet.

Your toes should have enough room to move, your heel shouldn’t be sliding with every step, and you shouldn’t have to rely on “they’ll stretch eventually” to make a pair comfortable.

If your boots squeeze your toes, rub in the wrong places, or consistently leave your feet hurting, breaking them in may not be the answer. Sometimes a cute pair of boots just doesn’t fit, and your feet shouldn’t have to adapt to your shoes.

And if switching to a better-fitting pair doesn’t solve the pain, there may be something else going on.

If foot pain is following you into fall, book an appointment using the link in the comments.

09/28/2026

We said what we said: please stop performing bathroom surgery on your ingrown toenails 😂

Yes, it can be tempting to cut or dig out that painful corner yourself. The problem is that cutting the nail incorrectly can leave behind a sharp edge that continues growing into the surrounding skin.

That can mean more pain, redness, swelling, drainage, and potentially infection, especially if you keep poking around trying to fix it yourself.

A podiatrist can safely evaluate and treat the nail, determine what’s causing the problem, and, if your ingrown toenails keep coming back, discuss options that may help prevent that portion of the nail from regrowing.

Some things really are better left to the professionals.

So put down the bathroom tweezers. And yes, I’d probably skip the gas station sushi too. 😉

If you’re dealing with a painful or recurring ingrown toenail, book an appointment using the link in the comments.

09/26/2026

Every year, we’re required to attend conferences to stay up-to-date on new products, new procedures, and general updates in our industry.

This year, our office attended the TPMA conference in Franklin, Tennessee.

Your shoes can tell a podiatrist a surprisingly detailed story about your feet.The wear pattern on the soles, uneven tre...
09/24/2026

Your shoes can tell a podiatrist a surprisingly detailed story about your feet.

The wear pattern on the soles, uneven tread, pressure points, and even changes in the shape of the shoe can give us clues about how you walk, stand, and distribute weight.

For example, wearing down one area much faster than another may point to the way your foot rolls or where you're placing more pressure. If the same pattern keeps happening pair after pair, it can be especially helpful when we're trying to understand recurring pain.

That's why I often tell patients to bring their most-worn shoes to an appointment. Don't worry about how beat up they look because that's actually the useful part. Consider them evidence. 😂

If you're dealing with recurring foot or ankle pain and want to figure out what's causing it, book an appointment using the link in the comments.

Have you ever looked at the bottom of your shoes and noticed one side wearing out faster than the other?

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