Arch supports, also known as orthotic inserts or insoles, are specialized devices designed to provide additional support and cushioning to the arches of your feet. These custom-made or prefabricated inserts can play a crucial role in promoting foot comfort, improving … Read More
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Preventing Peroneal Tendonitis: Tips and Exercises to Avoid Tendon Overuse and Injury
If you have ankle pain that worsens with physical activity or swelling and tenderness in the area behind the outer ankle bone, you could have a condition called peroneal tendonitis. This type of foot injury is common in individuals who … Read More
Diet and Nutrition for Foot Arthritis: Foods That Can Support Joint Health and Reduce Inflammation
Arthritis can affect any joint in the body, including the weight-bearing joints in the feet and ankles. Arthritis is distinct in that it causes chronic inflammation, which slowly erodes the protective cartilage over the joints.
There are some studies that … Read More
Ankle Instability in Athletes: Strengthening Exercises and Strategies for Preventing Recurring Injuries
Ankle instability is a problem that can lead to recurring injuries. The ankle can become unstable due to the overstretching of the lateral ankle ligament, which is located on the outer part of the ankle. With ankle instability, it … Read More
Understanding Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Do you have pain on the inside of your foot and ankle? It could be posterior tibial tendonitis, a common condition that affects the foot and ankle. The pain of posterior tibial tendonitis is usually worse when you stay … Read More
Footwear and Peroneal Tendon Health: Choosing the Right Shoes for Support
The peroneal tendons are three tendons that run along the outside of the ankle and foot. They help to stabilize the ankle and prevent it from rolling inward. Peroneal tendonitis is an inflammation of these tendons. It is a common … Read More
Weight Management: The Impact of Weight on Arthritis in the Feet
Being overweight should be something to fight against. It is not about how you look, but the impact of the excess weight on your health. Studies show that excess weight increases your risk for chronic diseases. Not only that, but … Read More
Rest and Recovery: The Foundation of Posterior Tibial Tendonitis Treatment
Rest and recovery play a fundamental role in the effective management of posterior tibial tendonitis, a condition characterized by inflammation of the posterior tibial tendon that runs along the inner side of the ankle and foot. This tendon supports and … Read More
Step-by-Step Guide to Diabetic Wound Care: Protecting Your Feet and Promoting Healing
Diabetic ulcers are a problem for patients with diabetes. Uncontrolled blood glucose levels can cause damage to the nerves, which can slow wound healing, and a small scrape or scratch can easily lead to the formation of ulcers.
Proper diabetic … Read More
Sports Injuries in the Foot: How to Avoid Injury
In the world of sports, the foot bears a significant load. Its intricate structures have 26 bones, 33 joints, and more than a hundred muscles, tendons, and ligaments. With such complexity, it’s no surprise that foot injuries are a common … Read More
