Blisters occur from time to time. Whether they form on the hands from hard work; on the feet from shoes; or just going barefoot, they’re an aggravation. Potentially, they are a gateway to more serious conditions, if left untreated. Here’s […]
Constantly, I mean constantly, footwear is the reason for love or war in a podiatrist’s chair. Don’t you dare think this is happening only with the women; oh no, this is with the men and children too. From the stylish […]
It is sometimes the question that patients ask. When certain problems…pains or discomforts are occurring, it is often the first insight into the issue being described. Your arch type refers to the position of your plantar fascia ligament, which runs […]
A bunion is a deformity of the big toe. People with a bunion have a toe that points inward towards the lesser toes, as well as a bump on the inner side of the foot. As the bunion becomes more prominent, pain […]
The big toe joint is a complex joint that allows motion to take place in an up and down direction. This joint is important for the activities of daily living, and is critical for athletes in all sports, along with […]
Foot fatigue is a common condition that occurs after you stand or walk for long periods of time. The foot muscles become overly tired, causing the sufferer to experience discomfort, which can lead to limping. Foot fatigue is especially prevalent […]
A bursa is a fluid-filled cushioning sac. They are located near tendons, ligaments, skin, and muscles that would otherwise rub directly across the surface of a bone. They are very important to prevent friction, absorb shock, and decrease the […]
A parent came in to enquire about his teenage son’s bunion, which triggered this topic. The parent had bunion surgery before, and therefore wanted to explore it. Anyone can develop a bunion, sometimes parents go into a frantic fit over […]
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