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Diabetic foot infections are a common cause of foot amputations in people with diabetes. They usually start as a small sore or lesion that gets worse with time. If the sore remains untreated, it gets infected. If the infection remains untreated, it spreads and causes the sore to grow.If the growing sore and the underlying…

You cannot walk off a fractured foot, so do not even try. A fractured foot will cause you pain and drastically limit your mobility.The pain is simply your foot’s way of telling you that it needs medical attention and some rest. So, have a doctor look at the foot and find out if it is…

A bunion is a bump that feels boney or hard that forms on or around the joint at the base of the big toe. Some people may feel pain from bunions while others may not experience any pain or discomfort.Bunions can present further risks for someone especially if there is pain involved. However, talking with…

A hammertoe is when a muscle and a ligament imbalance and around the toe joint which then causes the middle toe joint to bend and become stuck. It can be irritating and painful for a lot of people, especially because it occurs in the feet which support the entire body.Hammertoe treatment options do exist and…

As we grow older, our feet may extend and lose the fatty cushioning at the base of the feet, eventually causing a foot disorder. People with extra weight tend to put more pressure on their bones and ligaments. Also, any anomaly from birth can worsen and become painful as the foot joints lose flexibility due…

Ankles act as one of the main sources of support for the rest of the body. The feet rely on the ankles to support them when walking, running or even standing. Because we are often on our feet, it’s important to know the best ways to maintain healthy ankles. If the ankles are healthy, then chances…

All too many people neglect practicing proper feet care. The fact is our feet endure a lot throughout each day, and it is important to reward our feet with quality feet care.You can avoid feet pain and discomfort as you grow older by understanding exactly how to practice proper feet care and doing so on…

Foot and toenail infections can be extremely annoying. They can also cause a high level of insecurity and pain in individuals who suffer from them. Although rare, foot and toenail infections can even spread to other parts of the body and cause severe complications.By understanding the warning signs of foot and toenail infections, you can…

Ankle pain, when it occurs, probably immobilizes you. You may try to ignore it, but the pain will limit your movement and make you miserable. That is why you need to get that ankle taken care of as soon as possible.In the interest of getting the ankle treated quickly, should you see the podiatrist first?…

For most of us, foot pain is something that happens every now and then. We tend to ignore it until it affects our mobility. When foot pain begins to interfere with your daily activities, what do you do? Do you see your primary care physician, or do you go directly to a podiatrist? Let us…

If you are suffering from foot pain, you could have flat feet. Those who have this condition should know what to expect, what needs to be done and the impact of various treatment options. Treatments can help those with flat feet get the comfort they need. It can also reduce the chances of having any…

If you struggle with chronic foot pain, custom orthotics could be the right solution for you.The foot is made up of 26 bones, 33 joints and over 100 ligaments and tendons that work together to provide daily support for activity. As people age, the cushioned support that keeps this system from injury begins to break…