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Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis, which is a term that describes over 100 diseases all related to joint inflammation. It can be chronic or acute, but usually when we talk about osteoarthritis, we’re referring to a chronic, degenerative condition that gets worse as people age.= Osteoarthritis is also known as “wear-and-tear” […]
Millions of Americans run on a regular basis. But because of the wrong shoes for the wrong person, millions of Americans also experience painful and often debilitating foot, ankle, and leg injuries that keep them off the road or track. Wearing the wrong type of running shoe can hurt your body. These injuries – from plantar […]
Not many people know what plantar fasciitis is or how painful it can be. It’s what Peyton Manning was suffering from in 2015 after an injury during a game. Although professional athletes frequently suffer from the ailment, it’s a lot more common for regular people than you may think. Keep reading to learn about plantar […]
Warmer weather means showing off the toes, and showing off the toes means getting pedicures! Here are a few ways to protect your feet from infections. The weather is getting warmer and it’s almost time for the toes to come out! Summer is the perfect season to show off a new pedicure – but there’s […]
The first two weeks after foot surgery are the most crucial to a successful recovery. From monitoring your pain to keeping your foot iced, you or your caregiver may have their hands full. There’s really no shortcut to recovery; you’ll have to take the necessary steps for a successful recovery now so you don’t have […]
Painful swelling and redness on the side of the big toe could very well be caused by an ingrown toenail. Find out how to treat and prevent this condition. Causes and Treatments for Ingrown Toenails That painful swelling and redness on the side of your big toe could very well be caused by an ingrown […]
Blisters aren’t a major condition, but the pain that they cause is pretty serious. Read these helpful tips to learn how to decrease the pain and discomfort associated with them. The warmer months are right around the corner, which means it’s time to put on your hiking boots or running shoes and enjoy the sunny […]
Corns and calluses can cause problems, but there’s no need to suffer! Find out how to solve these issues with The Foot Specialists. Finding Relief: Corns & Calluses If you’re not familiar with the pain associated with a corn or callus, then you may think that it’s no big deal. However, the amount of pain […]
You have to take extra care of your feet when you have diabetes. Diabetes causes can cause nerve damage and low blood flow to your feet, but preventing some of the severe problems associated with diabetes is as easy as adding a few extra steps to your morning routine! Here are three key steps to […]
As someone that has diabetes, it’s important to take care of the feet as much as the rest of the body. Here are some do’s and don’ts for diabetic foot care. Do’s and Don’ts of Diabetic Foot Care Untreated, diabetes can be dangerous for your body. More specifically, it can be really dangerous for your […]
