# What is Pregnancy & The Foot?

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When a woman is pregnant, the excessive weight gain combined with hormonal release relaxes certain ligaments in the body. As the fetus grows larger, the center of gravity changes from the lower back to the front of the body. In the later stages of pregnancy, the woman tends to turn out her feet for stability. This puts undue stress on the tendons, muscles, and ligaments of the foot, which may cause pain or mechanical problems such as [**bunions**](https://www.urgentfootcare.com/bunions), [**tendonitis**](https://www.urgentfootcare.com/post-tib-tendonitis), [**ingrown toenails**](https://www.urgentfootcare.com/ingrown-toenails), and other inflammatory conditions.

A pregnant woman’s foot also can swell or enlarge anywhere from one to two sizes, causing discomfort. Other common complications include swelling of the legs, [**varicose veins**](https://www.urgentfootcare.com/spider-veins), leg fatigue, and cramps.

## What can you do?

* Wear comfortable, supportive shoes
* Use over-the-counter arch supports
* Elevate and rest legs often
* Stretch
* Begin a supervised exercise program

## What will a Podiatric Physician do for you?

* Perform a physical examination
* Prescribe support hose
* Prescribe orthotic devices
* Evaluate and treat associated foot problems

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## Southernmost Foot & Ankle Specialists (Urgent Foot Care)
Podiatry practice in South Florida since 1982. Foot and ankle urgent care — walk-ins welcome — sports medicine, wound care, fractures, diabetic foot care and foot & ankle surgery.
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- **Coral Gables Office**: 2828 SW 22nd Street, Suite 304, Coral Gables, FL 33145. Phone 305-856-6441, fax 305-854-3880. Hours 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (days not published). Book online: https://schedule.intelichart.com/971E774A. Doctors: Dr. Liana Korytowski-Seldin, DPM, AACFAS. Page: https://www.urgentfootcare.com/coral-gables-office
- **Homestead Office**: 381 N. Krome Ave #112, Homestead, FL 33030. Phone 305-246-4774, fax 305-248-4086. Hours 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (days not published). Book online: https://schedule.intelichart.com/400BE6A3. Doctors: Dr. Michael G. Simmons, DPM; Dr. Miimii Thae, DPM, MBS; Dr. Liana Korytowski-Seldin, DPM, AACFAS. Page: https://www.urgentfootcare.com/homestead-office
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