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A Podiatry blog covering foot health news and ankle health care. All Podiatry Group offers a full array of podiatric services and specializes in complete diabetic foot care, geriatric care, & sports injuries.
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1M ago
Why Is My Ankle So Painful? Podiatrists often see patients for ankle injuries more often than for any other injury. Even though your feet and ankles are built to take a beating on a daily basis, the bones, tendons, and tissues are not indestructible and are prone to a variety of injuries and conditions ..read more
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2M ago
A fungal toenail infection is caused by microscopic organisms that can take up residence on your skin and nails. These bugs thrive in moist and warm areas such as that provided by the inside of your sneakers and shoes ..read more
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3M ago
Developing a bunion or bunionette (as it is called when it grows on the pinky toe) is a very common occurrence for many people. However, this foot abnormality is often ignored until the bunion has gotten larger and caused additional problems ..read more
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4M ago
Plantar warts are large warts that grow on the bottom of your foot, but they are not usually considered to be a major health issue. The main problem with these warts is that they often grow on the ball or heel of the foot, where the most pressure comes down when you walk. This can be very painful. Often the wart is hidden under a thick layer of skin, making it difficult to identify without the help of your foot doctor.
PLANTAR WART SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS INCLUDE:
A hidden plantar wart will form a bump under the skin of the heel or ball of the foot, with the main indication being the consi ..read more
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5M ago
Pain in the ball of the foot is caused by a variety of problems. A very common cause of this condition is called capsulitis. The condition was given this name because it occurs near the big toe in an area encapsulated by tissues, tendons and ligaments.
When these tissues and ligaments become inflamed due to injury or illness, it causes considerable pain and discomfort. Having improperly treated flat feet and wearing shoes that are too tight can exacerbate the problem.
Performing activities that require bending the toes, such as from climbing a ladder repetitively for work, is also ..read more
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6M ago
One of the most interesting aspects of the structure of your foot is the arch. It is composed of three main components including one transverse arch and the two longitudinal arches. There are also many tendons, ligaments, muscles, and bones that can suffer damage or injury, resulting in direct or radiating arch pain.
The basic arch types include high arches, low arches, and neutral or medium arches. Individuals with low and high arches are most susceptible to developing arch pain.
3 of the main causes of arch pain are:
Improperly-fitted shoes—Your arches require the right support to carry y ..read more
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9M ago
Plantar fasciitis is something that can cause a great amount of pain to your heel for many reasons. It's important that you understand the significance of plantar fasciitis so that you can face it accordingly.
WHAT IS PLANTAR FASCIITIS?
It is the inflammation of muscle tissue on the bottom of your foot. When there is stretching in the plantar fascia zone, heel swelling occurs. Plantar fasciitis produces a tender pain first thing in the morning. If your plantar fascia rips at the heel bone, it will become inflamed.
HOW DO I DEVELOP IT?
The chances of developing plantar fasciitis increases if y ..read more
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10M ago
Achilles tendon injuries are significant and painful for many. Tendons are the groups of tissues that attach muscles to bones. The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscles to the heel bone and also provides steadiness to the foot and ankle. This in turn prevents the onset of other injuries.
However, when repeated stress and pressure is applied to the Achilles tendon, the result is tendonitis. This is the swelling of the tendon (or even small tears) that can modify and change the actual shape of the foot, leading to even greater pain. Tendonitis generates a lingering discomfort th ..read more
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10M ago
Toenail fungus can become an unflattering situation for your feet due to its appearance. When infected with the fungus that attacks your toenails, your toenails may become rigid and discolored. Your nail will get progressively worse the longer you avoid proper treatment.
HOW DID I GET A TOENAIL FUNGUS?
You can get it from public places that have the fungus that infects your toenails present on the ground. These places include nail salons, locker rooms or community pools.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
When you have a toenail fungus you have to take precautions that include restricting the number of antib ..read more
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10M ago
Heel spurs are not just a pain to your feet, but also cause an unexpected pain in your stride. This happens because they are sharp extensions of bone at the heel formed from inflammation in that area, most likely the Achilles tendon. As the ligament becomes more and more swollen, the bone of your heel will form calcium deposits in response, leading to painful spurs located on the heel or sole of the foot. The pain heel spurs cause can be severe and cause a significant disruption into your mobility.
FACTORS THAT INCREASE THE LIKELIHOOD OF SPURS:
Obesity
Poorly-fitting shoes
Heel imbalanc ..read more