Effective Toe Stretches
A successful way to increase overall flexibility and mobility in the feet is by performing toe stretches. An effective method is accomplished by sitting with the feet on the floor and …
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Walking as Exercise During Pregnancy
Walking is one of the best ways to stay active during pregnancy. It is low impact, so it doesn’t endanger your knees and ankles, plus it’s good for the …
What Is Wound Debridement?
A diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is a type of wound that can develop on the lower limbs of people with diabetes. These wounds typically heal slowly and poorly and …
Top 9 Foot Care Tips for Elderly Adults
If you are a caregiver for an aging adult, helping them take care of their feet can help keep them healthy, active and improve their quality of life. Healthy feet can …
Peroneal Tendonitis
Peroneal tendonitis occurs when the tendons connecting the foot to the lower leg are inflamed. While it generally occurs from overuse of the tendons, this condition can be a result …
Examining Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
The tarsal tunnel is a very narrow passageway on the inside of your ankle where blood vessels, tendons, and the tibial nerve pass through. Because this “tunnel” is so …
Basic Foot Care Tips for Diabetics
Many people with diabetes also suffer from nerve damage, which, in turn, can lead to foot problems such as pain, numbness, muscle weakness, loss of balance, foot wounds/ulcers, and …
What Are Semi-Rigid Orthotics?
Orthotics are devices made of various materials that can be used to improve your overall foot and ankle health, prevent foot deformities, and make your feet more comfortable as you …
Extensor Tendonitis May Cause Pain in the Top of Your Foot
Pain in the top of the foot can be caused from a variety of conditions, one of them being extensor tendinitis. Tendons are fibrous tissues that connect muscles to bone. …
Achilles Tendon Disorders
The Achilles tendon is a thick band of fibrous tissue that runs along the back of the lower leg, connecting the heel bone to the calf muscles. When the …