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

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

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

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

Flat Feet happen to a large part of the population and may or may not be a cause for concern. It occurs when the arches of the foot have partly or totally buckled and the middle part of the sole of the foot touches the ground instead of remaining raised as it should. This can be a problem because the arches of the foot support mobility and absorb shock as the foot hits the ground. Flat feet may be a hereditary trait, the result of feet failing to form arches as a child or the arches collapsing at a later age. Any traumatic injury that causes damage to the foot or ankle bones can lead to flat ..read more

Do you think more people today work on their feet? You might be right. It's highly dependent on what field or position you're working in, but a surprising amount of working adults are actively on their feet during their day. This can be done through quick and easy exercises that specifically target the inner workings of our feet and ankles, keeping them flexible and ready for the long day ahead. Exercises specifically for your feet and ankles can help improve your strength, mobility, and flexibility overall. Exercising your feet and ankles is an important task regardless of your current foot ..read more

A Neuroma is a benign tumor that cultivates from the fibrous outer layers of a nerve, particularly in the foot. It can cause a variety of sensations due to the sporadic nature of an injured nerve, one of which is unfortunately severe discomfort from a pinched nerve in between the toes. This numbing neuroma is believed to develop from frequent stress placed on the plantar nerve through compression or overextension. The pain caused by this injured nerve grows worse as pressure is placed on it. Symptoms associated with neuromas include throbbing, numbness or swelling. Factors that cause this con ..read more

You’ve lived with your foot pain for so long now that you can’t even remember when it started, but what you do know is that you’ve grown sick and tired of compensating for this discomfort on a daily basis. You’re not alone! Becoming an advocate for yourself can be a big step for some people, especially those who think their foot and ankle pain is a normal part of aging or can’t be helped. The first step to becoming a better advocate for yourself is to seek the help of a great podiatrist. Take a look at your family! What sort of chronic or ongoing issues do they have? Maybe your father has a s ..read more

When it comes to managing life as a diabetic, you might face quite a few hurdles here and there before feeling confident navigating your diagnosis. A well-managed diabetic patient is a happy, healthy person with the ability to lead a fulfilling life. There are many different aspects of diabetes that can negatively impact our health in other ways, such as impacting the health of our feet and ankles. Among the issues your feet and ankles might face as a result of your diagnosis, conditions like nerve disease, chronic swelling, arthritis, and gout are the most common ailments. This is one of the ..read more

A calcaneal stress fracture (Heel Fracture) generally occurs in a quick manner without much notice. The heel bone acts as the structural foundation for the back of the foot and connects the talus and cuboid bones. The joint in between these two bones is central to a properly functioning foot. These fractures cause the heel bone to break and may become stress fractures, which occur from repetitive pressures, such as when participating in sports. Runners therefore are especially prone to this condition since they place high amounts of pressure on their feet. They may exhibit symptoms such as pa ..read more