Blog Posts in March, 2018

45 percent of People Have This Foot Problem... Do You?

Do you have foot problems that are causing your feet to look deformed? Do you experience burning heel pain when you walk? When you exercise, do you have to stop because your knee, hip or back pain won’t let you continue? It doesn’t matter where you live, how old you are, or the physical activities you do. It’s estimated that nearly 45% of people have a common problem causing them foot and body ...

How to Get Rid of Yellow Toenails?

First Problem: Yellow toenails are extremely unattractive. For many, the unsightly condition thwarts popular activities typically enjoyed barefoot with others. A dip in the pool or hot tub… A romantic stroll along the ocean waves… Maybe even a casual lunch wearing open-toed shoes. The fear of humiliation stemming from yellow toenails can be terrifying, but the right treatment can quickly eradicate ...

Treating Your Feet Could Offer Up Relief For Lower Back & Hip Pain

Are you looking for a solution to give you lower back and hip relief? We have to get to the cause of it in the first place. Most of us know that back pain can be debilitating and keep you from living your daily life; bending over to pick something up, exercising, or sitting and standing for long periods of time. The article excerpt below discusses one probable cause of your pain: SI dysfunction. ...

Treating Misaligned Feet

It's Easier Than You Think! What Causes Feet to Become Misaligned? There is a pathologic condition where the ankle bone (talus) slides from its normal alignment on the heel bone (calcaneus). Instantly, the forces that should pass through the back of the heel are shifted to the inner front of the foot. The ankle turns inward and the forefoot turns outward. It’s possible that there are other causes ...

The "High Ankle Sprain": What's the Difference?

Ankle sprains are common injuries. In fact, they are one of the most common injuries encountered in the United States. But what is the difference between a common ankle sprain and a high ankle sprain? And why do athletes with a high ankle sprain seem to be out for a longer period of time? The reason lies in the anatomy of the ankle and the different ligaments injured in a common vs. high ankle ...

What Are Ingrown Toenails?

What Are Ingrown Toenails? Ingrown nails, the most common nail impairment, are nails whose corners or sides dig painfully into the soft tissue of nail grooves, often leading to irritation, redness, and swelling. Usually, toenails grow straight out. Sometimes, however, one or both corners or sides curve and grow into the flesh. The big toe is the most common location for this condition, but other ...