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When the Bursa Behind the Heel Becomes Irritated
29 March 2022
A bursa sac is a fluid-filled membrane that cushions and reduces friction between bones and tendons, as well as between muscles and joints. There are bursae throughout the body. The bursa sac at the back of the foot (behind...
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Wounds That Don’t Heal Need to Be Checked
22 March 2022
Your feet are covered most of the day. If you’re diabetic, periodic screening is important for good health. Numbness is often a sign of diabetic foot and can mask a sore or wound.
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Custom Orthotics Can Help Ease Pain Due to Arthritis
22 March 2022
People with rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis are no strangers to foot pain and inflammation. Custom orthotics can often ease the pain and make walking and performing daily tasks more manageable. Orthotics, and custom orthotics in particular, are designed to...
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Bunions and Bunionettes
15 March 2022
Bunions are an acquired foot deformity where a misalignment in the bones of the big toe causes a protrusion to form on the outside of the foot at the toe’s joint. This forces the toe to angle toward the other...
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ORIF for an Ankle Fracture
09 March 2022
Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) is a type of surgical operation that can be used to repair a broken ankle. This procedure is usually recommended when the fracture is large, the bones are displaced or broken into many...
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It’s Time for Beautiful Feet
08 March 2022
You don’t need an excuse to have beautiful nails. Step outside without worrying about the appearance of your feet.
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How to Choose Your Child’s Shoes
01 March 2022
Your child’s feet will grow very quickly in the first 5 years of their life. Proper footwear during this time is very important in order to allow the bones in the feet to grow straight. When your child is just a...
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Heel Pain Can Be Treated!
22 February 2022
Do you suffer from heel pain when you get up in the morning? If so, you should seek the professional help of your podiatrist and have a proper diagnosis performed. Heel pain can be caused by several different foot-related...
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Causes and Treatment for Plantar Warts
22 February 2022
It is not uncommon for anyone who spends a lot of time at the gym or pool to develop plantar warts, or verrucae, on the bottom of the feet or around the toes. This condition is caused by the...
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How Corns and Calluses Form
15 February 2022
After standing or walking for a significant amount of time, areas of the feet’s skin begin to thicken as a protective measure that allows them to withstand pressure. These thicker areas of skin form corns or calluses, which specifically protect the...
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