31st May 2010
Copyright (c) 2010 Dr. Jennifer Feeny
Though it is our first instinct to think that this disease has something to do with either a woman named Marie or teeth, because of the name, this is not the case. Yes this disease has a funny name but it is not fu...
Read >
29th January 2010
Copyright (c) 2010 Dr. Jennifer Feeny
Shoes have been around for a very long time, longer than most people realize. Some anthropologists believe that the first shoes (that where more like sandals) where invented around 40,000 B.C. These anthropologists...
Read >
25th November 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Dr. Jennifer Feeny
Though it would seem that feet would strive being shielded from the elements during the colder months of the year, being cooped up for long periods of time has its disadvantages. The cold and damp weather outside m...
Read >
24th November 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Dr. Jennifer Feeny
Women love their shoes, but unfortunately shoes don't always love women's feet. Fashion shoes ranging from heels to sandals can cause more than just a night of discomfort, they can cause such sever foot problems as...
Read >
10th November 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Dr. Jennifer Feeny
Puncture wounds are more serious than most people think. Because the wound creates a hole in the foot, rather than a tear like a common cut, they are extremely prone to infections and cause more internal damage. Wh...
Read >
16th October 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Dr. Jennifer Feeny
The environment has been an extremely hot topic over the past few years (just look at how central of an issue it was during the 2008 presidential campaign), and industries across the board are responding - includin...
Read >
15th October 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Dr. Jennifer Feeny
Caused by the HPV (human papilloma virus) plantar warts can be very painful and difficult to treat. They are contagious too, so it makes sense to use preventative measures to avoid contracting this virus and to be...
Read >
16th July 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Dr. Jennifer Feeny
As I walked around a local mall last weekend while traveling, I noticed an advertisement for the fish pedicure. The fish pedicure is a new type of inexpensive pedicure that is popular in Asian and Turkish countries...
Read >
05th July 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Dr. Jennifer Feeny
Bunions can be incredibly painful and they require some special care. Bunions are often hereditary but are also often caused by ill- fitting shoes. Once you suspect or know you have a bunion though it is time to ge...
Read >
05th July 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Dr. Jennifer Feeny
Having a child who loves playing outside or playing sports is such a wonderful thing these days when so many children would rather sit in front of the television and play a video game. The only problem with this gr...
Read >
15th June 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Dr. Jennifer Feeny
Take me out to the ballgame
For over one hundred and fifty years, Americans have been devoted to the game of baseball as both fans and participants. With the arrival of each spring, thousands of people across th...
Read >
15th June 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Dr. Jennifer Feeny
Being pregnant is usually a wonderful experience, but it can make life a little uncomfortable at times. Many women suffer from foot and leg problems during pregnancy but the good news is there are things you can do...
Read >
05th June 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Dr. Jennifer Feeny
The warm weather has finally arrived and we are showing off our sandals and ladies want to show off their new nail color. But here is the dilemma, your feet are not in the best shape since winter and they need a li...
Read >
17th April 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Dr. Jennifer Feeny
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a blood clot (a blockage) forms in a deep vein, usually in the leg. Former vice-president Dick Cheney was treated for a DVT in 2007. David Bloom, a news reporter w...
Read >
08th April 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Dr. Jennifer Feeny
As parents, we want what is best for our children. But, babies do not come with instruction manuals leaving parents with lots of questions. Often, parents wonder:
Will they just outgrow being pigeon toed? Or fla...
Read >
As a board certified podiatrist specializing in treating foot pain, Dr. Feeny sees feet of all ages at her practice, Shenandoah Podiatry, located near Roanoke Virginia. 
RSS Feed