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Toenail fungus is a relatively common and well-known condition of the foot that affects the toenails. Those with a toenail fungus have developed a fungal infection, and as a result, the texture and color of the nail might be affected. Interestingly, it is extremely difficult to completely and entirely eradicate a case of toenail fungus. Since…
Some older people shuffle or drag their feet when they walk. There can be a variety of reasons they do this, including weak hip and leg muscles, a prior or imminent health condition (such as dementia or a sign of a stroke), or from a fear of falling and trying to take more cautious steps. Shuffling while…
Cuboid syndrome causes lateral, or side, midfoot pain. It is thought to be a result of injury to the calcaneocuboid joint because of a recurrent or forceful impact on the cuboid bone. The cuboid is a small midfoot bone that connects the outer metatarsals to the heel bone. A person with cuboid syndrome usually has swelling,…
Heel pain is never fun, and unfortunately, it can affect people from all walks of life. Many individuals may notice they can experience pronounced heel pain shortly after beginning to wear a new pair of shoes. It is generally important to remember that a good pair of shoes ought to feel comfortable and fit well when…
Any woman who has brought a baby to term surely knows that a pregnancy can have an impact on the health of the feet. Part of this is natural because a pregnancy can facilitate changes in the body, and so consequently, the feet are no exception to this. One well-known side effect of pregnancy is essentially the…
Due to a particular person’s background, they may be at an increased risk of experiencing poor foot health. For example, individuals who are obese or overweight are one such category of people. Patients living with diabetes make up another category. However, when an individual is both obese and diabetic, they assume a comparatively large amount of risk…
Flip-flops are an incredibly popular form of summer footwear. However, despite their popularity, flip-flops have a well-documented list of potential health defects. For example, flip-flops have a notable lack of support or cushioning both in the heel and arch areas. Additionally, there is another reason why the use of flip-flops may be problematic for those who…
Most people who are knowledgeable about the different ways to maintain proper foot health likely know the dangers of wearing flip-flops. One of the often overlooked negative impacts that flip-flops can have on the feet is potential toe pain. There are many different reasons for this. Most importantly, flip-flops can make the toes scrunch up into…
The elderly are at an increased risk of suffering a bad fall. Falls and trips can lead to damaging and detrimental health consequences. Sometimes, falls can result from diminished strength in the feet. If you are an older individual that is concerned about preventing falls, you ought to be aware of risks of falling in the kitchen….
The pain and tenderness that often results from an ankle sprain is known as sinus tarsi syndrome. This inflammation is likely caused by an injury to the sinus tarsi, a tunnel in the ankle that runs between the talus and calcaneus bones. It contains ligaments, blood vessels, and nerves. When compressed, the sinus tarsi tunnel can…
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