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Heel pain is an incredibly common issue for people of all ages. The cause of heel pain can be a variety of things. Examples include heel spurs, stress fractures, neoplasms, tendinitis, nerve entrapments, arthritis and most commonly Plantar Fasciitis. So – how do you know which of these is the cause of your heel pain? […]

Smelly feet (also known as bromodosis) are a common issue that in most cases don’t cause much medical concern. That being said, if you notice that your feet have an unusually unpleasant odor, it could be a sign of an underlying medical issue. If you can’t take your shoes off without sending people running for […]

You probably already have a good idea of what healthy toenails should look like. Typically, toenails should have a smooth surface with light pink coloration without much variation in shade or hue. Spots, streaking, discolorations, or abnormalities in feel or texture can often be signs of underlying health issues that may need to be addressed […]

Your feet are made to withstand a great amount of pressure. The average person takes thousands of steps every day, and every time one foot steps in front of the other, our entire body weight drives a great deal of stress on our feet. Many people spend a great portion of their day standing or […]

Weil Foot & Ankle Institute (WFAI) was showcased on American Health Front on Saturday, August 14. In the episode, Dr. Lowell Weil Jr. spoke about an effective treatment for heel pain, Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Therapy (EPAT). EPAT is also known as Shockwave or ESW Therapy. If you missed it, you can find the video below.

Weil Foot & Ankle Institute (WFAI) will be showcased on American Health Front on Saturday, August 14th @ 6:00 pm. In this episode, Dr. Lowell Weil Jr speaks about an effective treatment for heel pain, Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Therapy (EPAT). EPAT is also known as Shockwave or ESW Therapy. Please watch the video below to […]

Mount Prospect, IL – Katerina Grigoropoulos, DPM, AACFAS has joined Weil Foot & Ankle Institute (WFAI), one of the largest podiatry practices in the Midwest which has 40 podiatrists and 27 clinic locations in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Michigan. Dr. Grigoropoulos will see patients in the WFAI Mount Prospect, IL clinic beginning July 20. Dr. […]

Dear Valued Patient, We have great news to share with you! The Weil Foot & Ankle Lincoln Park office currently located on LaSalle Drive will be moving to a new location in just a few short months. Our new location will provide a modern space that will enhance the patient experience. Additionally, access to more […]

Mount Prospect, IL – Weil Foot & Ankle Institute (WFAI), the largest podiatry practice in the Midwest, and one of the largest in the U.S., will host a job fair on Friday, June 4th (9 AM – 4 PM) and Saturday, June 5th (9 AM – 2 PM). This free event is open to the […]

Balance is a skill that is required for nearly all functional activities that we humans perform. Good balance is required for all activities including basic movements: sitting up in bed, standing upright, walking with long strides, and going up and down stairs without relying heavily on the railing. It is also required by higher-level activities […]