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The most common ankle problems are sprains and fractures. A sprain is an injury to a ligament. It may take a few weeks to many months to heal completely, depending on the extent of the sprain. A fracture is a break in a bone. It can take several weeks for a broken bone to heal….
Regular exercise for your feet is crucial to your overall and foot health. Keeping your feet strong and healthy can alleviate foot pain, improve flexibility and mobility, and reduce the risk of injury. Let’s look at some simple foot exercises you can do at home. As with any exercise or lifestyle change, talk to your…
A sprained ankle can truly disrupt your everyday life by causing intense pain and foot disability. Even in mild to moderate cases, you won’t be able to walk very well until your ankle is healed. Fortunately, most cases of sprained ankles can be treated at home using simple remedies. However, it’s important for a sprain…
Most people think foot pain is normal after a long day of productivity at work or school. Some cases only need over-the-counter medication to relieve pain. However, chronic foot pain may indicate a health concern needing medical attention. Keep reading to find out the top 5 most common causes of chronic foot pain. 1. Ingrown…
The tarsal tunnel refers to the passageway inside the ankle through which the posterior tibial nerve— a branch of the sciatic nerve responsible for innervating the muscles of the lower leg and foot— passes. Tarsal tunnel syndrome (TTS) is a condition that results from the narrowing of the tarsal tunnel, and consequently, the compression of…
Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of the plantar fascia, the thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot from your heel to your toes. When the plantar fascia is irritated or inflamed, it tends to cause stabbing heel pain that is usually most obvious in the morning. The foot pain generally…
A sprained ankle occurs when you twist, roll, or turn your ankle, resulting in a stretch or tear to the ligament. Sprains have three different degrees of severity: mild, moderate, and severe. In this article, we’ll give you some tips for the perfect ankle sprain recovery! See A Doctor As Soon As Possible The secret…
Ankle problems, regardless of their severity, are inconvenient at best. At worst, they will keep you in bed for days. You cannot walk, run, or even drive safely when you have an injury or a condition that affects your ankles. Some ankle problems can be treated at home when they are mild or benign. But…
Foot injuries happen to all of us at some point, causing foot pain and possibly debilitating problems – usually temporarily. Fortunately, many of these injuries are preventable. Let’s talk about some of the main types of preventable foot injuries that are often treated by podiatrists, how you can prevent them from occurring, and where you…
Foot pain could be a sign that you are being too rough on your feet. After all, your feet withstand pressure and take a beating whenever you walk or stand – they’re actually subjected to an amount of force that is twice your body weight with every step you take. You can start taking better…
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