Institute for Preventive Foothealth (IPFH)

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Scientific Advisory Board

Harry (JR) Brandt, Jr., CO

Rock G. Positano, DPM, MSc, MPH

Rachel Rader, DPM

Terrence P. Sheehan, MD

Robert P. (Bob) Thompson, CPed

W. Stuart Tucker, Jr., MD

Lori S. Weisenfeld, DPM

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What's New at IPFH

What can happen to the feet if people with diabetes don’t do a good job of controlling blood sugar?

Our experts tackle a question from a person who is experiencing the potentially devastating consequences of not controlling blood sugar and taking proper care of her feet.

How do you treat a stress fracture of the heel? IPFH experts provide some insights

A fracture of the heel bone needs to be treated carefully - usually with reduced activity, off-loading and physical therapy.

IPFH Scientific Advisory Board member: Hydrogen Peroxide Is Not Good for Long Term Wound Healing

Rachel Rader, DPM, a member of the IPFH Scientific Advisory Board, advises not using hydrogen peroxide for long term wound care. Find out why.

Why Does My Foot Hurt?

Get answers with our foot pain self-assessment tool. Click here »

Cold Weather is Here!

Learn about the top 5 winter foot problems and what to do about them »

It's Holiday Season!

Make sure you take care of your feet. Here are six tips to help you through the Holiday rush »