29th November 2011
Many Americans experience foot problems and pain on a daily basis, and often have a choice in what physician they can see first for treatment. Some chose to see their family doctor first, others go to an emergency room or urgent care center. A smaller num...
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21st November 2011
Toenail removal sounds to many people like a torturous, horrible thing to have performed on oneself. Fortunately, nothing could be further from the truth. There are many instances in which toenail removal is medically required, and the procedure itself is...
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14th November 2011
Foot problems are common during the summer months. This is due to numerous reasons, but mainly because people are generally more active in the summer while tending to wear less supportive shoes. However, they are not inevitable, as there are some basic s...
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25th July 2011
It is common to have hard areas of skin on the bottom of the foot that can be painful with the pressure exerted by standing and walking. However, many people are often confused by whether the hard area is simply a callus, or whether it is a wart. While it...
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09th June 2011
Heel pain is common, on a daily basis there are millions who suffer from it. There are numerous causes for this condition, but of these plantar fasciitis, or inflammation of the plantar fascia tissue, most common by far. This article will discuss four ris...
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01st April 2011
Heel spurs are often misunderstood sources of heel pain. There are several types and locations of bone spurs in the heel. The spur most commonly assumed to cause pain actually does not, while another spur often unnoticed can create a great deal of pain....
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16th March 2011
Pharmacies are stocked full of various products to relieve foot problems. While many of these products are helpful and effective, there are others that are generally not helpful and should be ignored in favor of medical-grade products. This article will...
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10th March 2011
As soon as your plane begins to descend towards the runway at Heathrow, you know that the excitement and vibrancy of London is not far away. Long flights can leave you tired and aching, but a city like this is enough to revitalise anyone! Whether you'...
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28th February 2011
Calluses under the feet are common sources of pain and frustration There is often a misconception about these can be treated, as many people assume they can simply be cut out. This article will discuss what actually can be done to provide treatment, and d...
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24th February 2011
The human foot is designed for a lifetime of use and support. It can often be the difference between an active and enjoyable life, or one crippled by discomfort and limitation. Fortunately, most people experience only minor or temporary foot issues duri...
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21st February 2011
The effect peripheral neuropathy can have on one's feet can be profound. Essentially a disease of sensation, peripheral neuropathy can lead to numerous foot problems, making prevention through proper foot care vitally important. This article will discus...
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18th February 2011
Hammertoes have long plagued the human foot, causing pain and discomfort in shoes. Many people simply live with the pain, without attempting to seek relief, assuming this is the way their foot should feel. Surgery is very effective at relieving the pain...
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20th January 2011
Diabetes is a serious disease that affects millions of Americans, and that number is going to astronomically grow as the baby boomer generation ages further. Complications associated with diabetes can be devastating, and can lead to organ failure and eve...
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17th January 2011
Diabetic feet require extra protection under the foot to protect the skin from damage due to pressure and shearing forces inside the shoe. While multiple types of shoe inserts are available for use in all types of situations, only certain inserts will be...
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12th January 2011
Bunions are a well known and much reviled foot deformity involving a prominent big toe joint. The issues regarding pain in shoes and pressure on the prominent big toe joint are generally understood by the general public, and many people seek wider shoes ...
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