Peroneal tendonitis is a condition that develops when the peroneal tendons in your legs are inflamed. It is an overuse injury usually caused by the tendons in the legs rubbing against bone which results in inflammation. As a reaction to … Read More
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When Should You See a Doctor for Heel Pain?
What Causes Foot Warts?
Common warts are small growths on the skin caused by a viral infection. When a wart appears on the bottom of your foot, it is referred to as a plantar wart. Warts are contagious and can spread from one … Read More
What Helps Diabetic Foot Pain?
People with diabetes are prone to experiencing side effects of the disease, and one of those side effects is diabetic foot pain. If you have diabetes, you are at risk of developing diabetic neuropathy, which results in a loss of … Read More
How can you fix a hammertoe?
Hammertoe is a deformity of the toes, commonly affecting the second, third, or fourth toe. It is called hammertoe because it is characterized by an abnormal bend in the middle of the joints, creating the look of a hammer.
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What Is Arterial Disease?
Arterial disease refers to a series of vascular system conditions that affect the arteries in your body. Your arteries carry oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body. With arterial diseases, blockages in the arteries prevent oxygen-rich … Read More
Diabetes and the Feet
If you have diabetes, you have to be especially mindful of your feet. Because the high blood sugar that is related to diabetes can damage the nerves, especially in your legs and feet, it can make your feet numb – … Read More
The Importance of Arch Support in Your Shoes
If your feet are aching or you can’t seem to escape injury, it may be because your shoes lack adequate arch support. Read on to learn more about the importance of arch support in your shoes.
Anatomy of the Foot
… Read MoreWhat Causes Foot Ulcers
Foot ulcers are open wounds or sores that either don’t heal or are recurrent. If you are diabetic, you are especially prone to developing foot ulcers, which is worrying because more than 50 percent of diabetic foot ulcers get infected… Read More
Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Technology
For some, achieving “happy feet” is more than just a reason to dance. It means they are no longer dealing with chronic or acute foot pain. Fortunately, if you are suffering from any number of podiatric disorders or injuries, there … Read More
