Recent studies indicate 3 most common general running related muscular-skeletal injuries are:
*medial tibial stress syndrome, or “shin splints” (9.5% prevalence
*Achilles tendonopathy- inflamed or degenerative changes (6.2-9.5% prevalence)… Read more
Shoes have a tough life – they’re bumped and scuffed through dust and dirt and mud, and worn for hours every day. It’s no surprise, then, that keeping your … Read more
When pregnant, a woman’s body goes through a myriad of changes, some more uncomfortable than others. One of the most overlooked ailments that women endure during pregnancy is foot … Read more
Proper foot health is an often overlooked but extremely important issue for senior citizens. Without healthy feet, it will be difficult to maintain an active lifestyle. In order to … Read more
There are various stretch exercises you can do in order to relieve the pain of plantar fasciitis. The best time to start with some of these exercises is early … Read more
One of the most difficult things for a runner to determine is when it is okay to keep running through pain versus when it’s time to ease up. It … Read more
There’s an ongoing dispute surrounding nail polish and the effects it could have when worn too long, especially on toenails. One of the most common beliefs is that toenails … Read more
Bunions are notoriously uncomfortable, and can interfere with normal physical activities such as walking or exercising. Although a bunion may appear to be a growth on the skin, it … Read more
If you’ve had a toenail injury, you know that this type of trauma can be very painful, but it can also have serious consequences. Therefore, it’s important to properly … Read more
Stress fractures are very small cracks that develop in a bone. A stress fracture is somewhat of a subtle injury, because it does not come from one particular event, … Read more
Felt most intensely when you place weight on the affected heel, heel pain can start as mild and build up over time. There is a large number of factors … Read more
Flat feet can cause a great deal of discomfort, and while there is no instant cure for this bothersome condition, there are several non-prescription devices available that can help … Read more
The cold winter air can be very rough on your skin – especially the skin on your feet! Some of the best ways to soothe your dry, cracked feet … Read more
You may have heard about or even seen people running barefoot outside, on sidewalks, the road or even on trails. They may have had completely bare feet, or strange … Read more
Are you irritated by something you can feel and see on the skin between your fourth and fifth toes? If so, you may believe you have athlete’s foot. While … Read more
Getting a pedicure can be a fun and relaxing experience, and taking care of your feet is never a bad idea, but there are some things that a pedicurist … Read more
The Achilles tendon is the thickest tendon in the human body. It connects the bones of the calf and heel. Because it’s such a frequently and heavily used part … Read more
Orthotics can be very helpful in treating problems in specific muscles or joints. Different types of orthotics can be used to restrict movement, reduce the weight bearing on a … Read more
Learning how to give a proper foot massage is a gift that can keep on giving. This Valentine’s Day, give your sweetie an unforgettable gift of pampering – the … Read more
Should you treat your ingrown toenails yourself? There are situations when you may be able to handle the problem on your own, but there are also signs that you … Read more
It’s important to know how diabetes can affect your foot health, because your lower extremities run a higher risk of developing complications. That’s why when you have diabetes, taking … Read more
Neuropathy is a disorder that affects the network of nerves (called the “peripheral nerves”) that connect the spinal cord to the organs, muscles and skin. The job of the … Read more
Athlete’s foot (Tinea pedis) is caused by a fungal infection on the feet. Common symptoms of athlete’s foot include itchy rashes, dryness or cracking of the skin on the … Read more
