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Our feet go through a lot of wear and tear throughout life. There are also a variety of conditions our feet can develop. If a foot condition goes untreated, it can worsen and cause symptoms that can be debilitating. Degenerative diseases are characterized by the loss or deterioration of healthy tissue that is often irreversible….
How to Care For Feet With Arthritis Arthritis is a painful condition caused by inflammation of your joints. It can occur anywhere in your body where bones are connected – and that includes the joints in your feet. Besides medication and surgery, there are numerous ways you can help relieve foot pain caused by arthritis…
The Link Between Hydration and Foot Pain If you’re experiencing foot pain – especially if it’s from gout – chances are you aren’t drinking enough water. But what does hydration have to do with foot pain? Plenty. When you’re dehydrated, your body responds in the form of pain. In fact, severe dehydration is often confused…
Foot Injuries in Athletes Weekend warriors, elite athletes, and active people can be stopped in their tracks when something goes wrong with their feet. And it’s no wonder. With 33 joints, 26 bones, and more than 100 tendons, muscles, and ligaments, the human foot and ankle are vulnerable to any number of injuries and many…
Top Ankle Ailments Ankle problems can stop you in your tracks. Ankles are flexible, but strong. They carry your weight and allow you to walk, jump, and run. The ankle joint is made up of the ends of the two lower leg bones, the tibia and fibula, and the talus, which sits between them. According…
Orthotics and Foot Arch Support Problems with the arches in your feet are often hereditary. Whether the arch is too low or too high, it can cause problems with how your foot meets the ground when walking, running, or playing sports. If you have problems with the arch of your foot, pain can limit your…
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