Published by: Dr Dona Samarasekara, DPM What is chilblains? Chilblains are known as swollen, blister-like patches that develop on the skin in response to either cold conditions, poor circulation or a combination of both. They usually present as either red, blue, purple or white patches. The areas that are commonly affected by this phenomenon are the distal extremities such as fingers and toes. It can also affect areas such as the tip of your nose and earlobes. Other areas pro

by Chamith Abeyratne What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar Fasciitis (sometimes more broadly termed “plantar heel pain” or “plantar fasciopathy”) involves damage — often micro-tears and degenerative changes — to a thick band of tissue (the plantar fascia) that runs along the bottom of the foot, connecting the heel bone (calcaneus) to the base of the toes. This tissue supports the arch of the foot and absorbs shock when walking. Although “-itis” suggests inflammation, modern stud