Blog | Arkady Kaplansky, DPM

A wide-angle cinematic shot of a professional podiatrist in a white coat ("James Miller, MD") gently examining the foot of an elderly man seated in a grey medical chair. The composition is clean and airy, with warm, high-key lighting. In the background, a medical laser device sits on a wooden cabinet, and large windows show a lush, sun-drenched Los Angeles neighborhood.

Geriatric Foot Care in Los Angeles: Essential Strategies for Senior Mobility

April 6, 2026

Expert guide on advanced senior podiatry treatments, fall prevention, and high-tech mobility solutions for older adults in Southern California.
Reading time: 10 minutes.

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Pediatric Podiatrist Care: What Parents Need to Know About Children’s Foot Health

April 4, 2026

Expert guidance on children’s foot development, correcting gait issues like in-toeing, and selecting supportive footwear for healthy growing feet.
Reading time: 11 minutes.

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A wider-angle photograph from a clean, modern medical office in Los Angeles. An older female patient, with short blonde hair and a light t-shirt, is seated in a gray, reclining medical chair, covered by a blue blanket and looking towards the camera. She rests her bare feet on a white sterile drape. A female clinician in navy blue scrubs and blue gloves is positioned on the right, actively working on the patient’s foot with a small, precise surgical tool. Text on the clinician's badge includes 'Dr.' and 'Medical Podiatrist' (specific names blurred). In the blurred foreground tray, sterile tuning forks are visible. The background shows a modern city skyline and palm trees through a large, bright window, and a modern desk. Sunlight from the window brightly illuminates the room and the foot.

The Ultimate Clinical Guide to Diabetic Foot Health: Prevention, Symptoms, and Advanced Treatments

April 2, 2026

Discover advanced strategies for preventing diabetic complications, managing neuropathy pain, and utilizing regenerative treatments to protect long-term mobility and health.
Reading time: 10 minutes.

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Dim, warm light from a bedside lamp illuminates a young woman in a dark sweatshirt and sweatpants, sitting on the edge of a blue bed in a darkened room. She looks down with a concerned expression, placing both hands on the side of her left ankle and foot. The light highlights the contour of her hands against her leg. The composition centers on her figure.

Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome:Comprehensive Guide to Nerve Compression in the Feet

March 31, 2026

Relief for chronic tingling in your feet and nerve compression using high-intensity laser therapy and custom medical orthotics in California.
Reading time: 10 minutes.

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A medium shot in a brightly lit, professional medical office. A male podiatrist in a white coat points to the medial tendon area of a realistic anatomical foot model. A female patient in a navy sweater looks on intently. In the background, a computer monitor displays a grayscale foot X-ray and a colorful anatomical diagram under soft, natural light.

Beyond the Fallen Arch: Modern Solutions for Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction

March 29, 2026

Navigate PTTD stages and treatment with specialized Los Angeles podiatry protocols to restore arch stability and eliminate chronic foot pain.
Reading time: 11 minutes.

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A macro-style close-up photograph of the underside of a relaxed human foot, centrally composed and filling the frame. A large, complex, rugged-textured, yellow-brown plantar callus is clearly visible on the ball of the foot, showcasing thick, rugged, and cracked texture. Soft, natural light illuminates the scene, emphasizing the skin texture and the detailed callus pattern without creating harsh shadows. No text is present.

Brachymetatarsia: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

March 27, 2026

Restore foot balance and aesthetics with advanced brachymetatarsia surgery and specialized podiatric care tailored for Los Angeles patients.
Reading time: 8 minutes.

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A clinical close-up photograph under bright, even medical lighting. A human foot rests on a clean white paper-covered exam table. A prominent, rounded lump is clearly visible on the dorsal (top) aspect of the midfoot. A gloved index finger in a blue latex glove points precisely to the mass. A blurred medical chart is visible in the sterile, out-of-focus background.

Ganglion Cyst Symptoms, Causes, and Advanced Treatment in Los Angeles

March 25, 2026

Identify foot ganglion signs and explore advanced therapies like laser relief, custom orthotics, and expert surgical removal in Los Angeles.
Reading time: 10 minutes.

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$A natural-light photograph from a low side angle, looking slightly up at a male patient seated on a clean leather examination table. He wears a heavy, black rigid medical walking boot (fracture boot) with straps. The patient looks down at his boot with a contemplative expression. The background features wood-grain cabinetry and a large digital wall monitor clearly displaying a high-contrast X-ray of a human foot and ankle (the word "X-RAY" is visible on screen but blurred). A healthcare provider’s lower body is partially in the foreground. Bright, clear clinic interior.$

Foot and Ankle Fractures: Symptoms, Advanced Diagnostic Protocols, and Specialized Treatment

March 23, 2026

Identify critical foot fracture symptoms and explore advanced treatment options like Remy Laser and Platinum Biologics in Los Angeles.
Reading time: 9 minutes.

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A clinical close-up shot under soft, even indoor lighting showing a podiatrist in blue scrubs and white nitrile gloves gently palpating the ball of a patient's foot. The foot rests on a clean white examination table with a medical roll, focusing on the joint area beneath the big toe.

Sesamoiditis Symptoms and Treatment: Clinical Management of Forefoot Pain

March 21, 2026

Explore clinical symptoms, causes, and advanced non-surgical treatments for pain under the big toe pad to restore mobility quickly.
Reading time: 9 minutes.

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A close-up, elevated photograph shows a person seated on a textured beige sofa, wearing light-colored linen pants, looking down at their raised foot. Bright, natural daylight from the left clearly illuminates their hands gently holding and applying pressure to the bare sole of the foot, which is turn towards the viewer. The metatarsal heads (ball of the foot) exhibit distinct red, inflamed areas. A wedding ring is visible on the finger of the left hand. The shallow depth of field keeps the focus sharp on the interaction between the hands and the painful-looking foot, with the blurred background of the sofa and a wooden floor providing context.

Understanding Metatarsal Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Relief

March 19, 2026

Explore the underlying causes, advanced clinical treatments, and preventive exercises for ball of foot pain to restore your mobility.
Reading time: 10 minutes.

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