Although many patients suffering from hammertoes would like to receive immediate surgery to get the process over with, many insurance companies will not even consider covering the costs until non-surgical treatments are attempted first. Invasive methods of non-surgical treatment include...
Although enrolling in marathons, mud runs, and obstacle courses are great excuses to get in shape, it is important for runners to pace themselves and not attempt too much before the body is ready. Over conditioning the body for a marathon can lead to a variety of injuries such as stress...
In response to a concern over increasing bunion pain and shoes that hurt, Mayo Clinic reports that while surgery is an option to consider for bunion pain, it is not the only treatment available for the condition. One of the first steps one should take to relieve bunion pain is to change...
A loss of blood circulation in the feet and legs is often caused by peripheral artery disease. Come the winter season, many people suffer from numb fingers and toes as a result of losing blood circulation to their extremities due to colder temperatures. Raynaud’s disease, a condition...
The “best shoe” when it comes to running shoes may not necessarily be the best running shoe for everyone. When purchasing new running shoes, it may be best to shop at specialty running stores where employees are trained to find the right shoe for each customer. Running stores will...
Running is an important daily routine for many people; however, runners should keep in mind the biomechanics of the foot to prevent running injuries. The metatarsal bones are often regularly injured during the foot to ground impact when running with metatarsalgia, inflammation on the bottom...
Many people may experience several types of foot pain throughout their lives. Some conditions may not be as serious as others and may be treated at home. These may include blisters, which are small areas that are filled with fluid, and typically develops from wearing shoes that do not...
Recent research has shown there may be negative consequences of standing on your feet for the majority of the day. The topic of biomechanics may be of importance, and this encompasses the amount of body weight the feet must endure in relation to how it’s shifted. Many people who...
When the muscles, tendons, and ligaments in the feet are strong, many foot conditions may possibly be avoided. These may include a common ailment referred to as plantar fasciitis, in addition to Achilles tendon injuries. Both of these conditions may cause pain and stiffness in the heel of...
The feet are taken for granted by many people who may not be aware of simple steps that can be performed that may yield maximum benefits. When shoes fit properly with enough room for the toes to move about in, the feet will feel comfortable for the majority of the day. Washing the feet...
Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy is a new treatment option designed to treat bone conditions such as tennis elbow, shoulder pain, and others. Shockwave therapy uses high intensity sound waves that are directed to the affected tissues of the body with pinpoint accuracy. The effects are very...
Corns, hardened layers of skin formed through pressure or friction on the feet, are known to be unsightly and painful. Without the proper treatment, abnormalities in the gait of the foot can arise. Experts suggest wearing proper fitting shoes, toe splints, or orthotics to reduce any pressure that...
