Athlete's foot is a common foot infection that can range in severity from mild to serious. Fortunately, you can overcome this infection if you know about how it’s caused, how to identify and treat it, and how to prevent it. Here is an overview of athlete's foot that might help you understand it.  Overview  Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a fungal infection that affects the skin on the feet. The fungus that causes athlete's foot can also spread to the toenails. If left untreated, athlete's foot can lead to more severe problems such as cellulitis (a bacterial infection of the skin ..read more

Heel pain is a common foot problem. According to NHS, at least one out of ten people experience heel pain, particularly among people aged between 40 and 60 years. Heel pain occurs for several reasons. Not knowing the specific cause of the pain can be stressful, especially if it prevents you from carrying out your daily tasks. With that in mind, let's look at some major causes of heel pain. 1. Plantar Fasciitis  Plantar fasciitis is one of the major causes of heel pain. This problem normally occurs when the fascia — the tissue that connects your heel bone to the toes — gets inflamed ..read more

Painful ankles without an apparent cause or underlying injury seem strange but are not unusual. In most cases, wear and tear around your ankle result in several conditions. Often, you may experience pain when the condition has progressed to some stage. Discover three non-injury-related reasons that cause ankle pain. 1. Fallen Arch Also known as flat foot, a fallen arch is a condition where the curve of your foot's inner sole flattens. A flatfoot happens when the arches of your feet lose support and could either be flexible or rigid. A flexible arch occurs when the curve becomes flat only whe ..read more

An ingrown toenail occurs when the edge of your toenail grows into skin around your toe. This can happen on one or both sides of your nail and can be extremely painful. Luckily, you can treat and prevent them. This article discusses some of the ways to treat and prevent ingrown toenails.   Treatment of an Ingrown Toenail If you have an ingrown toenail, you can treat it in the following ways. Home Remedies  If you have an ingrown toenail, the first thing you should do is try some home remedies. Soak your foot in warm water several times a day to reduce swelling and pain. You can al ..read more

Athlete's foot is a common foot infection that can range in severity from mild to serious. Fortunately, you can overcome this infection if you know about how it’s caused, how to identify and treat it, and how to prevent it. Here is an overview of athlete's foot that might help you understand it.  Overview  Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a fungal infection that affects the skin on the feet. The fungus that causes athlete's foot can also spread to the toenails. If left untreated, athlete's foot can lead to more severe problems such as cellulitis (a bacterial infection of the skin ..read more

Heel pain is a common foot problem. According to NHS, at least one out of ten people experience heel pain, particularly among people aged between 40 and 60 years. Heel pain occurs for several reasons. Not knowing the specific cause of the pain can be stressful, especially if it prevents you from carrying out your daily tasks. With that in mind, let's look at some major causes of heel pain. 1. Plantar Fasciitis  Plantar fasciitis is one of the major causes of heel pain. This problem normally occurs when the fascia — the tissue that connects your heel bone to the toes — gets inflamed ..read more

Painful ankles without an apparent cause or underlying injury seem strange but are not unusual. In most cases, wear and tear around your ankle result in several conditions. Often, you may experience pain when the condition has progressed to some stage. Discover three non-injury-related reasons that cause ankle pain. 1. Fallen Arch Also known as flat foot, a fallen arch is a condition where the curve of your foot's inner sole flattens. A flatfoot happens when the arches of your feet lose support and could either be flexible or rigid. A flexible arch occurs when the curve becomes flat only whe ..read more

An ingrown toenail occurs when the edge of your toenail grows into skin around your toe. This can happen on one or both sides of your nail and can be extremely painful. Luckily, you can treat and prevent them. This article discusses some of the ways to treat and prevent ingrown toenails.   Treatment of an Ingrown Toenail If you have an ingrown toenail, you can treat it in the following ways. Home Remedies  If you have an ingrown toenail, the first thing you should do is try some home remedies. Soak your foot in warm water several times a day to reduce swelling and pain. You can al ..read more

Arthritis is an unfortunate condition faced by young adults, adults, and seniors. The illness affects the knees, wrists, shoulders, hips, and feet. If you have arthritis on your feet, a visit to the podiatrist would be worthwhile. This piece explores different reasons you should visit a podiatrist when suffering from foot arthritis. Diagnosing Foot Pain  Most people visit a podiatrist due to foot pain, but what if the pain is a sign of a more severe issue like arthritis? Even though foot pain is often the sign of the problems such as bone spurs, tendonitis, and plantar fasciitis, it cou ..read more

People all over the world enjoy the occasional alcoholic beverage with meals, during celebrations, and simply to help them relax. However, alcohol in excess can impair many of the body's key functions and damage physical structures, including parts of the feet. If your overall wellness goals include healthy, functional feet, understand the relationship between alcohol abuse and foot problems. Watch out for the following prime examples. 1. Alcoholic Neuropathy Large quantities of alcohol can damage nerves. Over time, this damage can lead to a condition called alcoholic neuropathy. Although alc ..read more