Does getting out of bed in the morning cause you pain? Do you get a sharp pain in your heel when walking barefoot, or when getting up off the couch? Plantar heel pain, also known as plantar fasciitis, is a common condition that affects up to 10% of the population at any given time. The […]
Monthly Archives: April 2021
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Ankle sprains are a common injury to the ligaments of the ankle joint that causes pain and swelling of the ankle. Ankle sprains usually occur due to inversion (rolling outwards) of the foot, which overstretches and damages the ligaments on the outer side of the ankle. Whilst ankle sprains normally occur due to accidents, several […]
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If a you, or someone you know, suffers from a painful lower back that is aggravated during or after walking or standing, it may be a good indicator that foot dysfunction is the root cause of the problem. If we think of your back as the building, then we can see our feet are the […]
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There is a multitude of reasons to see a podiatrist. Here are 4 common conditions that might require podiatric intervention: You have diabetes. From ingrown toenails to neuroarthropathy, diabetics have many issues that are frequently masked by neuropathy. Routine evaluation by a podiatrist can help catch these issues before they become limb or life threatening. […]