09/01/2026
SHAQ’S SIZE 22 FEET HAVE ENTERED THE CHAT! 👣🏀✨
Shaquille O’Neal recently showed off his custom open-toed sandals and glittery pink pedicure—and as a podiatrist, I immediately noticed a great opportunity to talk about athletes’ feet.
Thickened or damaged toenails are common after years of repetitive microtrauma from running, jumping, shuffling, and the toes repeatedly hitting the inside of athletic shoes. We often see this in basketball players, runners, and soccer players. However, thick nails can result from trauma, fungus, or both, so an examination may be needed to determine the cause.
Bunions are often related to inherited foot structure and may be influenced by overpronation and other biomechanical factors. If a bunion is not painful, we usually leave it alone. When it becomes painful or limits activity, treatment—including different surgical options—depends on the severity, joint alignment, and presence of arthritis.
And we fully support Shaq’s glitter-polish confidence! 💗 If he ever visits Grace Medical Spa, we’ll help him find a shade that beautifully complements his skin tone. Size 22 feet deserve a larger-than-life pedicure!
Concerned about a bunion or thickened toenails—or ready for your own professional pedicure?
📞 940-464-4514
🌐 gracefootandankle.net
