Kelly R. Whaley, DPM

Kelly R. Whaley, DPM Dr. Whaley does home care, nursing home visits, bedside care, and hospice care.

Dr. Kelly Whaley, DPM is a caring, compassionate podiatric physician who you can trust to take care of your loved one in the convenience of their own surroundings.

A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore that develops on the foot of a person with diabetes. These wounds commonly form wh...
07/07/2026

A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore that develops on the foot of a person with diabetes. These wounds commonly form when nerve damage reduces feeling in the feet. A person may not notice a cut, blister, or scrape right away. Poor blood flow can also slow healing and increase the risk of...

Read more: https://www.drkellyrwhaley.com/blog/diabetic-foot-ulcers-and-proper-wound-care

Pickleball has become a popular way for adults to stay active, but the quick starts, sudden stops, and side-to-side move...
06/30/2026

Pickleball has become a popular way for adults to stay active, but the quick starts, sudden stops, and side-to-side movement can place significant stress on the lower body. Foot and ankle injuries are not uncommon, especially in players who return to sports after time away, or increase activity too...

Read more: https://www.drkellyrwhaley.com/blog/pickleball-injuries-below-the-knee

The peripheral nervous system is responsible for sending signals between parts of the body and the central nervous syste...
06/23/2026

The peripheral nervous system is responsible for sending signals between parts of the body and the central nervous system. If it becomes damaged due to medical conditions such as diabetes, neuropathy may gradually develop. Symptoms include muscle weakness, numbing or tingling sensations, and the...

Read more: https://www.drkellyrwhaley.com/blog/possible-symptoms-of-neuropathy

Pain in the ball of the foot, also called metatarsal pain, is a common problem that affects the area just behind the toe...
06/16/2026

Pain in the ball of the foot, also called metatarsal pain, is a common problem that affects the area just behind the toes. It often develops from repeated pressure or uneven weight distribution when walking or standing. Wearing high-heeled shoes can force extra stress onto the front of the foot,...

Read more: https://www.drkellyrwhaley.com/blog/ball-of-foot-pain-explained

Ingrown toenails, which account for about 20 percent of all foot issues, develop when the edge of a toenail grows into t...
06/09/2026

Ingrown toenails, which account for about 20 percent of all foot issues, develop when the edge of a toenail grows into the surrounding skin. The affected toe may look red, swollen, and tender. In some cases, pus or an infection may develop. An ingrown toenail may feel painful or sore, especially...

Read more: https://www.drkellyrwhaley.com/blog/pesky-ingrown-toenails

Ankle sprains can occur when active children twist or roll the ankle during sports, running, or jumping. An ankle sprain...
06/02/2026

Ankle sprains can occur when active children twist or roll the ankle during sports, running, or jumping. An ankle sprain affects the ligaments, which are strong bands that hold the joint together. A sprain can cause pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty walking. Some children may feel that the...

Read more: https://www.drkellyrwhaley.com/blog/ankle-sprains-in-active-children

Diabetes can affect the feet by reducing circulation and damaging nerves, a condition known as peripheral neuropathy. Th...
05/26/2026

Diabetes can affect the feet by reducing circulation and damaging nerves, a condition known as peripheral neuropathy. This may cause numbness, tingling, or burning sensations, making it harder to notice cuts, blisters, or pressure points. At the same time, poor blood flow can slow healing, which...

Read more: https://www.drkellyrwhaley.com/blog/protecting-your-diabetic-feet

Foot drop is a condition that makes it difficult to lift the front part of the foot while walking. This motion allows th...
05/19/2026

Foot drop is a condition that makes it difficult to lift the front part of the foot while walking. This motion allows the toes to clear the ground with each step. When the muscles that perform this movement become weak or the nerves that control them are damaged, people may develop an abnormal...

Read more: https://www.drkellyrwhaley.com/blog/dealing-with-foot-drop

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