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Stress fractures are tiny cracks in the bones of your foot that develop gradually from repetitive force or overuse. Unlike acute fractures caused by a single injury, stress fractures build up over time and can worsen quickly without proper treatment. At Sunshine Foot and Ankle in Lauderdale Lakes, Dr. Jonathan Mollineda diagnoses and treats stress fractures using advanced imaging and individualized recovery plans to get you back on your feet safely. Key Takeaways A stress fra

Do you feel like your ankle gives way when you walk on uneven surfaces or during physical activity? Chronic ankle instability is a common condition that develops after repeated ankle sprains, and it can significantly affect your mobility and quality of life. Dr. Jonathan Mollineda at Sunshine Foot and Ankle in Lauderdale Lakes, FL helps patients throughout Broward County find lasting relief from ankle instability through personalized treatment plans. Key Takeaways Ankle insta

Finding a rough, stubborn bump on the bottom of your foot is unsettling, especially when it hurts to walk on. Plantar warts are one of the most common things we treat, in both kids and adults, and they come with a lot of myths. Here is what plantar warts actually are, why you got one, which home treatments are worth trying, and when it is time to let a podiatrist remove it properly. What is a plantar wart? A plantar wart is a small, rough growth on the sole of the foot caused

Whether you play recreational basketball, run through your neighborhood, or stay active with weekend soccer leagues, foot and ankle injuries are among the most common setbacks for athletes of all levels. In South Florida, our year-round warm weather means people stay active throughout every season, which also means sports-related foot injuries happen all year long. Dr. Jonathan Mollineda at Sunshine Foot and Ankle in Lauderdale Lakes treats a wide range of sports injuries an

Waking up at 2 a.m. with your foot locked in a painful cramp is miserable, and if it keeps happening, it is worth understanding why. Night foot cramps are sudden, involuntary contractions of the small muscles in the foot or the arch, and while they are usually harmless, they have identifiable triggers you can fix. Here is what causes foot cramps at night, how to stop one fast, and when recurring cramps deserve a podiatrist's attention. What causes foot cramps at night? The mo

Ingrown toenails are one of the most common and painful foot conditions that people experience, and they can affect anyone at any age. This condition occurs when the edge of a toenail grows into the surrounding skin, causing redness, swelling, and significant discomfort. In South Florida, where open-toed shoes and sandals are worn year-round, ingrown toenails can become especially problematic due to increased moisture and exposure to bacteria. Dr. Jonathan Mollineda at Sunshi

Pain on top of the foot usually comes from extensor tendinitis or a stress fracture. Learn the causes, what helps at home, and when to see a podiatrist.

A black or discolored toenail is usually a bruise or fungus, but a few causes need a doctor. Here is how to tell them apart and when to be seen.

Diabetic neuropathy dulls the warning signs your feet rely on. Learn the early symptoms, how to protect your feet daily, and how often to see a podiatrist.

Cracked heels come from dry, thickened skin under pressure. Here is a simple routine that heals them and the signs that mean you should see a podiatrist.

Swollen feet and ankles can come from long days on your feet, vein problems, injury, or diabetes. Learn what is normal, what is not, and when to see a podiatrist.

Heel pain at your first morning steps usually means plantar fasciitis. Dr. Mollineda at Sunshine Foot and Ankle in Lauderdale Lakes, FL walks you through the causes, the proven non-surgical treatments, and the advanced options that get hundreds of Broward County patients back on their feet pain-free.

When an 8- to 14-year-old starts limping off the soccer field or basketball court complaining that their heel hurts, the most likely culprit is not a sprain or a bruise. It is Sever's disease, known medically as calcaneal apophysitis, an irritation of the growth plate in the heel bone. The name sounds scary, but it is not a disease at all; it is the most common cause of heel pain in growing, active kids, and it resolves completely once managed correctly. Why growing heels hur

Key Takeaways Sports ankle sprains range from mild (Grade 1) to complete ligament tears (Grade 3); treatment depends on severity. The first 48–72 hours matter most: rest, ice, compression, elevation, and protection from re-injury. Returning to sport too soon is the number one cause of chronic ankle instability — get cleared by a professional first. Most ankle sprains heal without surgery, but persistent instability or full ligament tears may need surgical evaluation. Targeted

A toenail lifting or falling off looks alarming, but in most cases it is your body finishing a process that started weeks earlier. The medical term is onycholysis, and the two usual culprits are trauma and fungus. Here is what to do the moment it happens, what recovery looks like, and the situations where a loose nail needs a podiatrist instead of a bandage. Why toenails fall off The most common cause is repetitive trauma, what runners call runner's toe: the nail bangs agains

Pain in the big toe joint is one of the most common complaints we see, and one of the most misdiagnosed by patients themselves. The three usual suspects, gout, arthritis, and bunions, can all hurt in the same spot but behave very differently and need very different treatment. Here is how to tell which one is most likely behind your pain, and what to do about each. Gout: sudden, severe, and often at night Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis caused by uric acid crystals co

Noticed thin red, blue, or purple lines spreading across your ankles or the tops of your feet? Those are spider veins, and the ones a size up with a greenish-blue tint are called reticular veins. They are one of the most common cosmetic concerns we hear about at Sunshine Foot and Ankle in Lauderdale Lakes, and patients usually arrive with the same three questions: what caused them, are they dangerous, and what actually gets rid of them. This guide answers all three. What caus

Worried about your child's flat feet? Learn what's normal, the warning signs to watch for, and when to see a podiatrist for pediatric flat feet in Lauderdale Lakes, FL.

"Foot pain" isn't one thing — it can come from your heel, your forefoot, your toes, your nerves, or your skin. Dr. Mollineda at Sunshine Foot & Ankle in Lauderdale Lakes walks through the most common causes of foot pain, what helps at home, and when to see a podiatrist.

Why toenails grow into the skin An ingrown toenail happens when the edge of the nail, usually on the big toe, curves down and digs into the surrounding skin. The most common causes are cutting toenails too short or rounding the corners, wearing shoes that squeeze the toes, stubbing or injuring the toe, and simply inheriting nails that naturally curve. Once the nail edge pierces the skin, every step presses it deeper, which is why ingrown toenails rarely improve on their own o