The bones and muscles that support the foot and ankle comprise a highly complex network of tissues. Together, they enable the feet to bear the entire weight of the body while permitting movement, but their high-impact role also means that they are prone to injury. The feet and ankles can get hurt from sudden accidents…
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Treatments For Shin Splints
A shin splint is characterized by pain along front side of the shin bone, which is the large bone of your lower leg. This condition is also known as medial tibial stress syndrome and is very common in people who engage in athletic activities such as running. Shin splints is often due to a sudden…
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Ten Things that Can Make Your Plantar Fasciitis Worse
Plantar fasciitis develops at the bottom of your feet when the strong band of tissue that supports the arch of your foot becomes inflamed or irritated. About two million people in the U.S. may be living with heel pain and plantar fasciitis, and it can affect both athletes and non-athletes. Treatments for plantar fasciitis range…
Causes of Arthritis in the Feet
Walking is a significant part of our daily lives. Whether it’s doing chores around the house, going to work, or spending time with family, it is almost impossible to do practically anything without being on your feet. Therefore, the health of your feet is very important to your wellbeing. Arthritis is a condition that causes…
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When to See a Foot and Ankle Surgeon
Just about all of us have experienced the debilitating pain of a sprained ankle at some point, especially during childhood. Although minor sprains and strains will get better without medical intervention, more severe or chronic foot and ankle injuries and pain may require further investigation and treatment in order to heal successfully. The anatomy of…
Causes of a Bunion
A bunion is a bony bump that can develop on the outer base of the big toe. It is a result of the joint and tissue moving out of place. There is a marked deformity on the big toe along the inside of the foot. Also called hallux valgus, bunions can be so painful and…
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Why Your Podiatrist Has Recommended Orthotics
Foot pain is a common but debilitating ailment. A survey by the American Podiatric Medical Association reveals that more than half of Americans have reportedly missed work because of severe foot pain. Your feet carry and support the full weight of your body as you walk and run. Therefore, they are subjected to a lot…
Correcting Clubfoot
Clubfoot is a congenital condition in which a person’s foot appears to be rotated inward at the ankles, forcing the foot to point down and inward. When both feet are affected, the soles often will face each other. While the diagnosis of clubfoot can be upsetting to the parent of any newborn, the good news…
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Adverse Effects of Walking Barefoot
How Walking Barefoot Can Affect Your Feet Among running aficionados, the debate rages: cushioned shoes or minimalist. For those who argue for cushioned shoes, the advantages include more support and balance; for those who prefer minimalist, there is the benefit of natural foot strike. Many runners even argue that running barefoot has more advantages than one…
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Will Wearing Shoes Without Socks Cause Athlete’s Foot?
Will Shoes Without Socks Cause Athlete’s Foot? As long as your shoes fit well and are otherwise comfortable, you may be among the many walking around without socks. “Barefoot shoes,” boat shoes, tennis shoes, and other comfortable footwear offer the temptation to ditch the socks. Plus, what woman doesn’t want to show off her perfect…
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