Gig Harbor Foot & Ankle Clinic: James McAlexander, DPM

Gig Harbor Foot & Ankle Clinic: James McAlexander, DPM Podiatrist Dr. James McAlexander of Gig Harbor Foot and Ankle Clinic, located in Gig Harbor, WA, spe Same Day Emergency Appointment Available! Call us at today!

Podiatrist Dr. James McAlexander, located in Gig Harbor, WA, is dedicated to getting to the root of your foot or ankle problem. Gig Harbor Foot and Ankle Clinic specializes in heel pain, foot pain, foot care, Podiatric Medicine and Surgical Care of the foot and more. We are a full service office that can handle anything from fungal nails to foot surgery. Having chronic foot and ankle pain can grea

tly affect the quality of your life, and wel understand that. We also know how hectic things can be and we are committed to making our practice and care convenient and accessible. We accept most insurance plans and Dr. McAlexander welcomes all patients from children to elderly! (253) 858-8100

Gout is a painful form of arthritis that develops when too much uric acid builds up in the body. Uric acid is a natural ...
09/01/2026

Gout is a painful form of arthritis that develops when too much uric acid builds up in the body. Uric acid is a natural waste product that usually leaves the body through the kidneys. When levels become too high, tiny crystals can collect inside a joint and trigger sudden pain, swelling, and...

Read more: https://www.ghfac.com/blog/how-gout-affects-the-feet-and-ankles

As a runner, foot problems like blisters or plantar fasciitis can be frustrating. Research shows many runners face foot ...
08/25/2026

As a runner, foot problems like blisters or plantar fasciitis can be frustrating. Research shows many runners face foot injuries, which disrupt their training. Blisters are caused by friction, while bunions can develop from genetics or wearing tight shoes. Plantar fasciitis, a common foot...

Read more: https://www.ghfac.com/blog/foot-pain-from-running

Pain in the ball of the foot develops when the area behind the toes bears too much pressure. Symptoms include burning, a...
08/18/2026

Pain in the ball of the foot develops when the area behind the toes bears too much pressure. Symptoms include burning, aching, or sharp pain. Tingling or numbness in the toes may also occur. The feeling that a small stone is trapped beneath the foot is common. Discomfort can build gradually and...

Read more: https://www.ghfac.com/blog/what-causes-pain-in-the-ball-of-the-foot

Ankle pain can make walking, standing, and daily activities more difficult. The ankle is a complex joint that connects t...
08/11/2026

Ankle pain can make walking, standing, and daily activities more difficult. The ankle is a complex joint that connects the foot and lower leg while helping the body maintain balance and movement. Pain can develop after an injury, repeated stress, or problems affecting the bones, ligaments, tendons,...

Read more: https://www.ghfac.com/blog/how-a-podiatrist-can-help-with-ankle-pain

Falls can have a major impact on health, especially for older adults. A fall can lead to broken bones, reduced mobility,...
08/04/2026

Falls can have a major impact on health, especially for older adults. A fall can lead to broken bones, reduced mobility, and a loss of confidence while walking. Many falls are linked to foot pain, poor balance, or changes in the way a person walks. Arthritis, reduced feeling in the feet, and foot...

Read more: https://www.ghfac.com/blog/how-foot-health-reduces-the-risk-of-falls

Sever’s disease, also called calcaneal apophysitis, causes pain in the growth plate at the back of the heel, oftentimes ...
07/28/2026

Sever’s disease, also called calcaneal apophysitis, causes pain in the growth plate at the back of the heel, oftentimes affecting children. A growth plate is an area of developing bone found in children and teenagers. Repeated pulling from the Achilles tendon can irritate the growth plate,...

Read more: https://www.ghfac.com/blog/children-s-heel-pain-and-sever-s-disease

Healthy feet absorb shock, maintain balance, and provide a stable base with every step. When foot muscles become weak or...
07/21/2026

Healthy feet absorb shock, maintain balance, and provide a stable base with every step. When foot muscles become weak or stiff, extra stress develops in the arches, heels, and toes. Regular foot exercise helps improve movement and builds strength in areas that work hard every day. Helpful exercises...

Read more: https://www.ghfac.com/blog/exercises-can-help-to-reduce-foot-pain

Foot stress fractures are small cracks in the bones of the foot that develop from repetitive force or overuse, rather th...
07/15/2026

Foot stress fractures are small cracks in the bones of the foot that develop from repetitive force or overuse, rather than a single traumatic injury. These injuries are common in athletes, runners, and others who suddenly increase their physical activity. In podiatry, stress fractures are...

Read more: https://www.ghfac.com/blog/facts-about-foot-stress-fractures

Diabetes can affect the feet in several ways and can lead to serious problems when not managed properly. High blood suga...
07/08/2026

Diabetes can affect the feet in several ways and can lead to serious problems when not managed properly. High blood sugar can damage nerves and reduce blood flow to the feet. Nerve damage, called neuropathy, can cause numbness, burning, or tingling sensations. Some people lose the ability to feel...

Read more: https://www.ghfac.com/blog/dealing-with-diabetic-foot-problems

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3309 56th Street NW #108
Gig Harbor, WA
98335

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Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
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