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What You Can Do About Hammertoes
posted: Jul. 06, 2018.
When most people think about foot deformities they most often think about bunions; however, hammertoes are just as common. This unassuming deformity comes about gradually, so you may not even Read more -
Heel Pain Treatment Options
posted: Jun. 21, 2018.
Are you dealing with heel pain? If so, you aren’t alone. Foot pain, particularly heel pain, is one of the most common complaints and most people will deal with pain Read more -
Choose the Best Shoes and Socks for Your Child's Developing Feet
posted: Jun. 04, 2018.
While it might not be something you think about often (or at all), the health of your child’s feet is important. Your child is growing by leaps and bounds and Read more -
Taking Care of Aging Feet
posted: May 15, 2018.
As you age, it becomes even more important to take care of yourself, especially your feet. Foot health tends to decline in seniors for many reasons, including: ∙ Years of walking ∙ Improper footwear ∙ Poor circulation ∙ Diseases related Read more -
High Fashion Footwear May Come with a High Price
posted: Apr. 17, 2018.
While high-heeled shoes may look stylish or complement your favorite outfit, they are rarely the best option for a woman's feet. According to a study by the American Podiatric Medical Read more -
Fighting Fungal Toenails
posted: Apr. 02, 2018.
Also known as onychomycosis, toenail fungus can be painful, irritating and embarrassing. When you experience trauma to your nail, the nail bed is lifted, allowing fungus to invade. Without treatment, Read more -
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome: Symptoms and Treatment
posted: Mar. 16, 2018.
Maybe you've heard of carpal tunnel syndrome, a condition in the wrist that occurs when swelling or a change in position of the tissue within the carpal tunnel squeezes and Read more -
Shin Splints: How to Ease Your Lower Leg Pain
posted: Mar. 06, 2018.
Although a shin splint is commonly used to describe various pains between the ankle and the knee, it actually refers to a specific inflammatory condition of the tibia -- a Read more -
Healthy Footwear Promote Healthy Feet
posted: Feb. 20, 2018.
Looking fabulous in your favorite pair of heels does have a price. In fact, shoes that fit poorly or have high heels frequently cause foot problems, including calluses, corns, bunions, Read more -
Pregnancy and Foot Pain: How Mothers-to-Be Can Relieve Aching Feet
posted: Feb. 13, 2018.
During pregnancy, it's not uncommon for women to experience an array of aches and pains all over the body. Among these complaints are tired, swollen, achy feet - a common Read more -
Easy Ways to Prevent and Treat an Ingrown Toenail
posted: Nov. 03, 2017.
Ingrown toenails, also known as onychocryptosis, can be annoying and painful. This common condition occurs when the surrounding skin on one or both sides of the nail grows over the Read more -
Dealing with Hammertoes
posted: Oct. 13, 2017.
A hammertoe is one of the most common toe conditions, usually stemming from muscle imbalance in which the joints of the second, third, fourth or fifth toe are bent into Read more -
Foot Odor
posted: Sep. 18, 2017.
The feet have more sweat glands than any other part of the body, which means they have the ability to sweat profusely. With your feet encased in your shoes all Read more -
How to Minimize Diabetic Foot Problems
posted: Aug. 02, 2017.
People with diabetes are prone to foot problems, often developing from a combination of poor circulation and nerve damage. Damage to the nerves in the legs and feet diminishes skin Read more -
What Are Bunions?
posted: Jul. 13, 2017.
A bunion is an abnormal, bony prominence that develops on the joint at the base of your big toe. As the big toe joint becomes enlarged, it forces the toe Read more -
Bone Spurs
posted: Jun. 19, 2017.
Bone spurs, also known as osteophytes, can occur anywhere in the skeletal system, and the feet are no exception. Bone spurs are simply overgrowths of bone, which most commonly form Read more
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