If you've ever noticed a small bump forming around your big toe, you might be asking yourself, “What is this? And will it get worse over time?” That bump could be a bunion, which is a very common foot condition. It often starts as a minor bump; however they often become painful over time if left unmanaged and can lead to mobility challenges. Understanding how bunions progress, and how to manage them, can make a big difference in managing your comfort and overall foot health.
If you have been dealing with persistent foot, knee, hip or back pain but can’t pinpoint the cause, your feet might be the culprit. Having flat feet might put extra stress on your lower limbs and affect how you move.
Nobody likes pain in the feet when they are out hiking and enjoying all the beauty that fall brings. Don’t let swelling continue to get in the way of pain-free hiking, read below to find out what you can do to help keep those legs feeling fresh.
Foot pain is so common nowadays, it’s unusual to hear that people around you may not have any foot pain whatsoever. Plantar fasciitis, sore feet, you name it. But what if the lack of pain was a lack of feeling overall? Neuropathy in the feet is just as big of an issue as foot pain itself. Neuropathy is a major precursor to conditions such as wounds, callus, and changes in gait (the way you walk). It is relevant to conditions like diabetes and other genetic diseases as well.
Temperatures are dropping and winter solstice is quickly approaching! Our feet and toes are far away from the body’s core, which makes them susceptible to cold temperatures.
When it comes to footwear, comfort and style often top the list of priorities for many people. Athleisure wear shoes like Vans and Converse, with their timeless designs and casual appeal, have gained immense popularity over the years.
It’s the age-old debate: barefoot and natural, or supportive footwear. When you have pain in your feet, especially along your arch (pain may be sharp shooting pain or feel achy and sore) supporting your foot may be the solution.
You probably recall the childhood song – “the foot bone’s connected to the ankle bone, the ankle bone’s connected to the leg bone…” While this may have been a broad simplification, there is great truth in this elementary school tune. The human body is like an integrated chain reaction.
Psoriasis is a condition that causes dry red/white/silver patches on skin that usually feel itchy and irritated. These patches are referred to as plaques and are found most on the knees, elbows, and bottoms of the feet, but they can occur anywhere on the body.
Plantar warts are caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). They are contagious, meaning they can be spread from person to person and even to other areas of the foot.
