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What Are the Best Shoes for After Bunion Surgery? Your Guide to Post-Operative Footwear

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In our last blog, we discussed the top considerations when bunion surgery is necessary. Today, our podiatry experts are back to share what we, in our professional opinion, believe to be the best shoes for after bunion surgery.  If you or someone you know has had bunion surgery or is planning to … [Read more...] about What Are the Best Shoes for After Bunion Surgery? Your Guide to Post-Operative Footwear

When Do You Need Bunion Surgery? How to Decide If It’s Time

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  Medically referred to as hallux valgus, bunions are bony protrusions that occur when extended pressure misaligns the big toe pushing it toward the index toe. This bump can result from wearing tight shoes, hereditary structural defects, foot biomechanics, or underlying conditions like … [Read more...] about When Do You Need Bunion Surgery? How to Decide If It’s Time

Stress Fracture vs. Shin Splint: Prevention and Treatment

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If you play high-impact sports, overuse injuries like stress fractures and shin splints are never too far away. Because these conditions share symptoms, it’s easy to mistake one for the other. Let’s distinguish between a stress fracture vs. shin splint, exploring their risk factors, treatment … [Read more...] about Stress Fracture vs. Shin Splint: Prevention and Treatment

Do Compression Socks for Shin Splints Really Work?

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Shin splints are common among military personnel, ballet dancers, athletes, and other groups with rigorous training regimens. While the condition can heal naturally, patients often turn to compression socks for pain relief. Specialists even recommend them for faster recovery. But can you rely on … [Read more...] about Do Compression Socks for Shin Splints Really Work?

Heel Spur vs. Plantar Fasciitis: A Look at Their Differences

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  Half of plantar fasciitis patients also suffer from heel spurs. This is according to recent research by the European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine (EJMCM). However, although heel spurs and plantar fasciitis are connected, each condition is distinct. Here’s what you should … [Read more...] about Heel Spur vs. Plantar Fasciitis: A Look at Their Differences

Can I Walk with Plantar Fasciitis

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According to the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (IJERPH), plantar fasciitis is responsible for most heel pain cases in middle-aged individuals. This leaves many wondering, “Can I walk with plantar fasciitis?” This condition causes different levels of … [Read more...] about Can I Walk with Plantar Fasciitis

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