In less than two weeks will be the official start of Summer Solstice. This is the time of year where bathing suits and sandals come out. Whether it’s a trip to the beach with friends, or a family vacation to a tropical destination, your sandals will make an appearance at least once, but not if … Read more
The foot is a powerful body part able to withstand our entire weight in motion every single day. Years of wear and tear can be stressful on our feet, as we age they start to lose their cushioning and are more susceptible to common foot problems such as corn, calluses and fungal infections. Many seniors … Read more
Bunions are one of the most common problems Americans face today, it can also be one of the most painful. Bunions are bumps that form at the base of the big toe joint and can continue to grow if bunion treatment is avoided. There are precautionary measures you can take to prevent bunions and slow … Read more
Yes, it is true. Bunions can develop in children due to trauma or genetic predisposition. Properly termed, juvenile Hallux valgus, the bunion that develops in children can occur as early as 6 years old and cause the same effects as an adult bunion. The painful swelling in the metatarsophalangeal joint at the base of the … Read more
By now, most Americans dealing with bunions understand what they are and what they look like. Bunions affect about 30 percent of the U.S. population and twice as likely to occur in women as men. They are bumpy or boney protrusions seen on the base of either big toe. Over time the big toe joint … Read more
Foot and ankle problems are fairly common around this time of year, especially bunion pain. This problem is more commonly experienced among women as they prepare themselves for spring and summer shoe fashion trends, so we want to help everyone learn how to care for bunions and how proper shoe selection can help overcome the … Read more
A hammertoe is a common foot condition that is generally passed down from relatives. Simply speaking, it is a condition where the second toe curls or rotates in a downward motion on its own, forming a claw-shape grasp. Initially, hammertoes are flexible enough to be corrected without surgical assistance, but if left untreated they can become … Read more
From rest stops to college dorms, any shower can contain multiple forms of bacteria and fungi. Even the cleanest showers can be growing as much as 25 forms of bacteria. This is an issue that can be resolved, but fungal nails can lead to unsightly and even painful toes. Fungal nails occur when a fungus … Read more
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2013-2014 NFL season, as he will undergo surgery to treat a fractured right foot. He joins a long list of injured Falcons as he is the ninth Falcons player placed on injured reserve this season. The third-year player out of … Read more
The Dangers Of Increased Flip-Flop Use Wearing sandals is one of the things that people love the most about spring and summer. The ease at which these footwear options can be slid on and allow open air to delight the feet is a pleasure that is unmatched by any other wardrobe options. Flip flops have … Read more