The big toe serves the main role in late stage propulsion when we walk. It is the last point that touches the ground with each step we take. Anatomically it works best with a slight foot angle outwards and the toe flexing straight over it’s mid-line. But for many people the big toe is not […]
Monthly Archives: May 2022
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May
May
Corns are painful spots that appear on our foot where hard skin has built up. Unlike callus, which is spread out evenly, corns are concentrated areas that can go quite deep into our feet. Corns form when a particular part of our foot is subjected to too much pressure. Bony points between toes or underneath […]
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May
May
Neuropathy is a condition relating to the damage of nerves leading to numbness, weakness and tingling. Neuropathy can occur due to local and systemic causes. The most damaging element of neuropathy is the loss of protective sensation, especially in the feet. This protective sensation is what tells us our foot is under trauma. This can […]
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May
May
Orthotics can be a difficult thing for our feet to get used to. Our feet have a certain way of walking, a way that we have done for years. Orthotics often ask our feet to move in a different way and this can take a bit of getting used to. Here at Active Care we […]
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May
May
Ingrown toenails are a common problem for many people. They can often be managed at home by trimming the corner of the nail and bathing the toe in salty water. But what about when the nail won’t settle down? In these situations a podiatrist is your best bet. Using specialist tools they can remove the […]