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Foot pain can show up any time of the day. You might feel it when you get out of bed in the morning, or after a long day of standing or walking, or maybe after a weekend workout. Most people shrug it off, thinking it will disappear on its own. And like we all do, we turn to the internet or friends t...
Most people hear about shockwave therapy because it’s widely used for stubborn heel pain, especially plantar fasciitis. But this non-invasive treatment does much more. EPAT Shockwave therapy uses high-energy sound waves to stimulate healing in damaged tissue.
And here’s the part many patients don’t...
So, you dropped something heavy on your foot—maybe a can, a box, or even a heavy-duty hand tool? The pain is instant and sharp. Minutes later, your toenail starts turning dark, swelling sets in, and you wonder if it’s “just a bruise” or something more serious.
While it might be tempting to tough it...
Our feet work hard for us every day—from walking to working, exercising, and running errands. So when foot pain shows up, it can affect almost everything you do. While some mild cases improve with simple self-care, knowing the right first steps can help ease discomfort more quickly and prevent the p...
Heel pain is very common among active children, especially those who play sports like soccer, basketball, or track. One of the most frequent causes is Sever’s disease, a condition linked to growth and activity.
Most parents are familiar with rest, ice, and supportive shoes as treatments, but some w...
Heel pain or ankle stiffness can be frustrating, especially when waking up in the morning starts with discomfort. For foot conditions like plantar fasciitis (heel pain) or achilles tendonitis, your podiatrist may recommend that you use a night splint. It gently stretches the foot overnight, helping ...
Beyond managing blood sugar, people living with diabetes face many challenges, including diabetic neuropathy. It’s a type of nerve damage that often affects the feet, causing burning, tingling, numbness or sharp pain. It can make simple tasks uncomfortable.
If you’ve been struggling with diabetic-r...
If you’ve had an ingrown toenail removed, or are scheduled for a matrixectomy, you may be wondering what recovery is really like. Are you noticing redness, swelling or drainage afterward? It’s normal to feel concerned about this. Maybe you’re worrying if these are signs of infection. Let’s walk thro...
Your shoes, more than just aesthetics, play a bigger role in your foot health. The right pair can help you move comfortably or prevent injury. The effects of wearing worn out shoes or the wrong pair, on the other hand, can create bigger problems, chronic pain, hammertoes or bunions.
In this guide, ...
Whether you’re a weekend runner or an athlete, chances are you’ve brushed off an ache or nagging pain, hoping it would go away on their own. However, sports injuries, such as overuse, need attention. Pushing through them might make things worse. Conditions like plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis...
