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Usually, ingrown toenails are minor irritations that are easy to deal with. But sometimes an ingrown toenail can lead to infection, major pain and in the worst case, health complications.A toenail that grows into the flesh that surrounds it can be described as ingrown. Often, ingrown toenails affect the big toe, although there are people…

Having flat feet is particularly common in infants and young children. The scientific term for flat feet is pes planus, meaning the flattening of the arch during standing or walking. The condition generally corrects itself with time as children’s muscles strengthen along with their soft tissues stiffening. It is important to keep in mind that…

Almost everyone has two feet and a set of toes attached to each foot. The toes are one of the most important parts of a person’s body, but a lot of people aren’t aware of why. A doctor that studies the feet can be a great person to talk to about the toes.A foot doctor…

Custom orthotics are used to align and support a person's foot and their lower limb. The device is custom-made for the patient to ensure it does its job properly. A mold of the patient's feet is taken by a podiatrist who makes the device.The appointment often starts with a podiatrist taking a three-dimensional imprint of…

A foot doctor can be a lifesaver when you are dealing with foot pain. This is especially true if you are in a lot of pain and cannot even walk due to it. The problem is that you are not sure if it is just something that will pass or if you have to call…

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…