Healthcare workers spend long hours standing and walking, often on hard surfaces, which can lead to foot, ankle, and lower limb pain. Common Causes Common Issues Prevention Tips When to Seek Help If pain becomes ongoing or affects your ability to work, a podiatrist can assess your foot function and recommend treatment. Final Thoughts Looking […]
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Tight calf muscles can limit ankle motion. When this happens, the foot often compensates by over-pronating (rolling inward) during walking, which can contribute to heel pain, arch strain, shin splints, and more. The good news? A consistent calf routine can help. Part 1: Warm-Up (Calf Raises) Before stretching, warm the muscle first. Warm muscles are more elastic […]
If your child is active and complaining of pain just below the knee, it may be Osgood-Schlatters’, a common growth-related condition in children and teens. What Is It? Osgood-Schlatters’ occurs when the growth plate at the top of the shinbone becomes irritated. During growth spurts, tight quad muscles pull on this area, causing inflammation and […]
If your child is active and complaining of heel pain, especially during sports, it may be Sever’s disease — a common growth-related condition in children ages 8–14. What Is It? Sever’s disease (calcaneal apophysitis) occurs when the growth plate in the heel becomes inflamed. It often happens during growth spurts when tight calf muscles pull […]
It’s completely normal for babies and toddlers to have flat feet. In fact, most children don’t develop visible arches until around age 6-8. But how do you know when flat feet may need attention? Signs it’s time to see a podiatrist:• Your child complains of foot, ankle, or leg pain• They avoid physical activity because […]
That burning, sharp pain in the ball of your foot could be a Morton’s neuroma Morton’s neuroma happens when a nerve between your toes (usually the 3rd & 4th) becomes irritated and thickened from repeated pressure and trauma. Common Symptoms: Can Happen From: How a Podiatrist can help: If you’ve been putting up with forefoot […]