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Plantar warts are relatively common among children, teens and active adults. This viral skin infection develops on the bottom of the foot, and is caused by certain strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV), which enters the skin through tiny cuts or weak spots—often in places like gyms, pools, or lo...

Plantar fasciitis, a foot condition when plantar fascia becomes irritated or inflamed, can affect just about anyone. However, certain lifestyle habits, activity levels, and foot characteristics can make some people more likely to develop it. Understanding these risk factors can help you catch sympto...

Achilles tendonitis is a common condition affecting runners, athletes, active individuals and people whose jobs require long hours of walking or standing. While it can often improve with proper care, some people unknowingly make choices that aggravate their symptoms or slow down recovery.

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Whether heel pain starts after a long day on your feet, a workout, or seemingly out of nowhere, heel discomfort gets in the way of daily activities. Some cases improve with Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation (RICE) method, supportive footwear and simple at-home care. However, persistent or worsening ...

Toenail fungus is a very common nail infection that affects many adults. Some people delay seeking treatment because toenail fungus are not always painful in the beginning. While it may seem like a minor cosmetic problem that you can hide under your shoes, it can gradually worsen over time when left...

If you have a bunion, you already know how hard it can be to find comfortable shoes. As the bunion grows, the shape of the foot changes, and many shoes can start to feel tight, uncomfortable, or painful.

Many patients say they struggle to find shoes that don’t rub against the bunion or make walking...

Whether you’re walking through the grocery store, standing at work, exercising, or simply getting out of bed in the morning, heel pain can make even simple movements frustrating. For most people, heel pain develops gradually over time rather than from a single injury. It may start as mild soreness t...

When you’re active or always on your feet, it is easy to brush off heel or ankle pain. Hoping swelling would be temporary, some people may assume that it will go away on its own. By the time discomfort becomes hard to ignore, the tendon might already be inflamed and irritated.

Achilles tendonitis o...

If you’re suffering from heel pain, you’ve probably asked if you should keep walking, or would that make things worse? It’s one of the most common questions patients have in mind. Plantar fasciitis can be unpredictable. Some days, walking feels fine. Other days, even a short trip across the room can...

Most people think of warts as small bumps on the toes or soles. But, did you know that warts aren’t always visible on the surface of the skin. They can sometimes develop in less obvious places, like under the toenail.

Although it’s relatively rare, warts can form under or around the nail. When they...