Health and Fitness: Foot Health Article Category

5 Ways Your Shoes Are Deforming Your Feet

by Daniel Lopez, DO

Chronic shoe wear can lead to specific structural changes in the feet. The article explores these structural changes and discusses some solutions.

Reasons to Go to a Sutherland Shire Podiatrist

by Groshan Fabiola

Even though sport is recommended to people of all ages, sports injuries happen very often, especially to those who do not wear proper equipment. Everybody knows how it feels to not be able to run properly because there is something wrong with your feet, which is why a visit at the local podiatrist is necessary. Sutherland Shire is a very beautiful region of Sydney, Australia where many people enjoy doing a wide variety of sports. Surf is probably the most common sport in this area, but people enjoy doing other activities as well, including marathons and triathlons. This is why if you are a serious triathlon competitor and get injured during a challenge, you will require immediate attention from a Sutherland Shire podiatrist in order to be able to continue the competition.

Are You Hurting Yourself With Each Step You Take?

by Daniel Lopez, DO

Article about how shoe wearing populations have learned to walk improperly and how it is damaging to our bodies. Why concrete is not the real problem and what to do about it.

How Your Shoes And Orthotics Are Weakening Your Arches

by Daniel Lopez, DO

This article explores how your shoes are involved in weakening your feet, ankles, and arches by immobilizing your feet. Instead of being used as dynamic structures, feet are asked to mold around the shape of the shoe they are in and this has effects on your health.

Ingrown Toenails: Causes and Treatment

by Dr. Marc Katz

When the a toenail begins to grow into the surrounding skin rather than across the nail bed, it can lead to infection and pain. For patients with circulatory issues, diabetes or toe numbness, ingrown toenails can actually pose a very serious risk of complication, up to and including loss of a limb. The first thing you should do is consult with a podiatrist in your area, and schedule an appointment immediately.

Custom Orthotics For Foot Stabilization

by David Fred

Rather than trying to purchase over the counter inserts that may or may not help, choose custom orthotics and you will feel the difference. They are manufactured using technology that is backed by research to ensure the best fit and support.

GOUT, GET OUT!: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

by Suzanne Abraham

Gout is one of the most painful conditions in the foot. It is a disease caused by the buildup of uric acid in the joints. Uric acid is a normal substance in our bodies, but when we have too much of it, it can crystallize in joints. Over time, uric acid in the blood crystallizes and settles in the joint spaces, causing swelling, inflammation, stiffness, and pain.

Plantar Fasciitis Myths and Misconceptions, Effective Treatment for Plantar Fascitiiis

by Stephen H Canuel

As I do research around the internet including social media, forums and blog post there is a plethora of information about plantar fascitis. Unfortunately much of it's outdated and just regurgitated principles, theory's and treatment options that simply have been proven wrong or don't work.

Your Bunion Surgery: What to Expect

by Alexandra Kincaid

Many have heard the term bunion, or heard others complain about painful bunions, but that does not always imply that the medical definition is known or fully understood. For those suffering from painful bunions or requiring surgery for bunions, it may be said the true understanding only comes with experience. However, bunion surgery is becoming more and more commonplace. A basic knowledge of the working of the foot and what to expect after bunion surgery may be helpful for both patient and caregiver.

Uses And Health Benefits Of Foot Massagers

by Anamika Swami

A foot massager is basically a machine which is used to relax and massage the muscles of the feet with use of heat, rollers, vibration and water. Massaging the feet is one of the best ways to relax the entire body as there are specific reflexology points in the feet which are connected to the organs and tissues of the body.

What to Do If Your Foot or Ankle Hurts

by Dr. Marc Katz

There are over a hundred different muscles and tendons in your feet. There are almost 60 different bones and joints in your feet. It's not surprising that in such a complex system, things can sometime go wrong.

Eating Right During Your Fitness Training Program

by Chris Tinklenberg

How to eat while going through a fitness training program is important. These are some general guidelines to help you on your way.

Stress Fractures: Don't Put Off Painful Foot Injuries

by Suzanne Abraham

Stress fractures are one of the most dreaded running injuries and can sideline runners for weeks or months. As the name suggests, a stress fracture is a small crack in any of the weight-bearing bones of the body.

Do You Need Foot Scan Orthotics?

by David Fred

3-dimentional foot scanning technology provides the best fit possible for athletes, diabetics and anyone suffering from lingering pain. Visiting a professional that is trained in foot scanning techniques is the best place to begin when the time comes to begin the process of determining if your feet are the cause of the pain.

Celebrate the Season in Style and Comfort

by Frank Stafford

The holidays can be a time to put your feet under a lot of stress - especially from wearing fabulous (but uncomfortable) footwear. To make sure that your feet's holidays are as happy as yours, follow these tips to find festive but comfy footwear for all of the seasonal socializing that you'll be doing in the next few weeks.