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Claw Toes and Mallet Toes
posted: Apr. 02, 2018.
Understanding Claw and Mallet Toes Think you may have mallet or claw toes? Mallet and claw toes form over years and are common in adults. Mallet and claw toes are among Read more -
Alleviating Painful Arthritis of the Foot and Ankle
posted: Mar. 16, 2018.
With age, it’s not uncommon to experience pain and stiffness in your feet and ankles. Carefully monitoring your pain is important, however, as this noticeable discomfort could be an early Read more -
Prevention and Treatment for Achilles Tendinitis
posted: Feb. 20, 2018.
The Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in the body, located in the back of the lower leg and connecting the heel bone to the calf muscle. This Read more -
5 Ways To Soothe Tired, Aching Feet
posted: Feb. 13, 2018.
We’ve all been there before - after a long day of work, shopping or a playing sports, your feet ache and you feel as if you couldn’t walk another step Read more -
Looking After Little Feet: Proper Foot Care for Your Baby
posted: Jan. 17, 2018.
A child's feet grow rapidly during the first year, reaching almost half of their adult foot size. This is why podiatrists consider the first year to be the most important Read more -
Maintain Healthy Weight to Prevent Foot Problems
posted: Jan. 05, 2018.
With our feet bearing the weight of our entire body, it’s no surprise that carrying excess weight may increase the chance of developing foot problems. In fact, recent studies have Read more -
Seek Treatment for Dry, Cracked Heels
posted: Dec. 18, 2017.
Dry, cracked heels are not only unsightly, but they can also be a source of pain and embarrassment. When the fissures in your heel become so dry and cracked that Read more -
Beautify Your Feet for the Summer
posted: Dec. 06, 2017.
The summertime is a great time to show off your new sandals and allow your feet to breathe. But since the warmer months can be rough on your feet, it's Read more -
Foot Health and Aging: How to Keep Your Feet Supporting You for Life
posted: Nov. 15, 2017.
With age, many people experience changes in their feet. This may include a change in their shape, a loss of the fatty pads that cushion the bottom of the feet, Read more -
High Fashion Footwear May Come with a High Price
posted: Oct. 13, 2017.
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 -
Shin Splints: How to Ease Your Lower Leg Pain
posted: Sep. 08, 2017.
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: Aug. 14, 2017.
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 -
Easy Ways to Prevent and Treat an Ingrown Toenail
posted: May 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 -
Hammertoes
posted: Apr. 19, 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: Mar. 16, 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 -
Flat Feet
posted: Feb. 16, 2017.
The arch structure of our feet determines how we walk, which means our arches need to be both sturdy and flexible in order to adjust to different walking surfaces. For Read more