Treating Sesamoiditis: Focus On Pain Relief Methods Sesamoiditis is a condition that mainly affects athletes and dancers. Sesamoiditis usually does not require any kind of surgery or other major intervention; treatment plans mainly focus on pain relief methods and lifestyle changes.
Common Foot Issues & Foot Treatment Athlete’s Foot: Athlete’s foot is one of the most common foot related issues that people may suffer from. The foot treatment for this particular issue is rather simple. You just keep his feet dry and clean at all times, as well as use a separate towel to dry them. […]
Toddlers Feet A toddler is categorised as being between 12 to 36 months old, and parents of toddlers are often unsure about what is normal for their child’s foot development. Here are some typical milestones to look out for and common complaints. If you notice a delay in milestones or regression, you should visit a […]
Planters Foot: An Inflammation of A Ligament In Your Foot In medical terminology planters foot is known as plantar fasciitis. It is basically an inflammation of a ligament in your foot named the plantar fascia.
What You Need to Know About Foot Injuries Each foot in your body has 26 bones, 33 joints, and at least 100 tendons, ligaments, and muscles. This is the reason why foot injuries are so common.
Sore Feet: Pain & Discomfort in Your Feet The term sore feet means what it says – pain and discomfort in your feet. There are several symptoms of sore feet that may be mentioned as below: Hammer toe Discolored skin Bunions Corns Calluses Heel pain Arch pain If you have sore feet, it is very […]
How To Find The Right Foot Care Centre Though we generally associate foot pain or injuries with athletes, we should not fail to acknowledge the fact that they can be experienced by anyone. A well equipped foot care centre should ideally provide all the following treatment options: Bunion Treatment Heel Pain Treatment Morton’s Neuroma Treatment […]
How to Protect Your Ankle from Sports Related Injuries If you are into sports and fitness activities, then you will be well aware of the fact that ankle injuries are quite common and you may know how to avoid them.
Hammer Toe Exercises That You Can Easily Do At Home If you have been diagnosed with a hammer toe, it is important that you perform exercises that will help you to repair and restore the feeling, shape and functionality of the toes.
General Orthotics: Dispelling Myths about Orthotics Orthotics are basically insoles that are meant to improve foot posture by providing form and structure. Manufacturing bespoke orthotics is a highly technical process. In spite of their proven efficacy, it is a common belief that they do not work. In the course of the post, we’ll end up […]
Rare or Uncommon Foot Conditions Never be Ignored Foot problems may appear simple but they should never be ignored as they can often become very serious. In most cases, foot conditions are caused by simple factors which can be easily identified with standard diagnostic procedures. However, there can also be cases which are rather difficult […]
Golf Injuries – What You Need To Know Considering the less-aggressive nature of the sport, we don’t really associate golf with injuries. However – quite contrary to popular belief, golfers are prone to foot injuries – just like cricketers or footballers. Golf is one of the popular sports played widely in the UK. Needless to […]
A Few Things That You Need to Know About Foot Specialists A Foot Specialist is also referred to as a Podiatrist. They are basically physicians who specialize in problems related to the foot and ankle. People often do not know much or anything about Podiatrists until they have to visit them for treatment.
Tips to Find the Right Podiatrists Podiatrists are healthcare professionals who might play a very important role in your lives by diagnosing, treating and rehabilitating common foot conditions including: Hammer Toes Bunion Flat Foot Heel Pain Ankle Arthritis Gait Analysis Smart Toe Implant Ankle Instability Achilles Tendon Others Podiatrists: Are they All the Same? Now, […]
Podiatry: An Overview Podiatrists and Chiropodists are often responsible for treating common foot conditions including bunions, ingrown toenails and heel pain, among others. They not only diagnose, treat and rehabilitate problems but can also offer you valuable tips regarding regular foot care so that your feet are in top condition. When Does One Seek the […]
Common Foot Injuries that are caused by Running Runners often experience different types of problem with their feet. While their feet allow them to traverse long distances with great agility, they frequently experience serious issues due to overuse. From mild problems like missing or black toenails, calluses and blisters to serious issues like stress fractures, […]
Sesamoid Bones & Treatment for Sesamoid Pains The human body consists of more than 200 bones. Most of these bones are connected to one other at the joints. However, there are some bones that do not share any connections with other bones. Instead, these bones are connected to the tendons only or are effectively embedded […]
The Importance of Using Specialist Insoles If you are someone who is into hiking, running, backpacking, skiing or cycling, then it is highly probable that you might be affected by foot aches, hot spots, blisters or other kinds of discomfort. In such cases, the best thing for you to do would be to get some […]
Shin Splints: A Very Common Exercise-Induced Condition Shin Splints Are A Very Common Exercise-Induced Condition. Shin splints actually refers to the pain that is felt along the inner edges of the shinbone or tibia. The condition generally develops after some physical activity, such as running. However, one should remember that any kind of vigorous sports […]
Signs of a stress fracture in the Foot Stress fracture Unlike a typical fracture where there is a clear break in the bone, a stress fracture is progressively developed from repetitively exerting the accustomed level of impact on a bone. For a variety of reasons the bone is unable to adapt to the mechanical load, […]