Every Day Foot CareOur feet are important in our everyday lives. The problem is that we tend to neglect them. When this becomes a habit, it can cause significant trouble. Ignoring foot problems can mean pain, limited mobility, and expensive doctor's visits. On...
Sports Related Foot And Ankle InjuriesFoot and ankle injuries are common among people who participate in sports. Several factors contribute to this. They include failing to stretch or warm up properly, not wearing the proper type of shoe and not taping or providing...
Can You Sprain Your Foot?Much like your ankles, your feet contain ligaments that connect your bones within joints. These ligaments can be overstretched or torn, leading to a foot sprain. Foot sprains typically occur in one of two areas in the foot. A midfoot sprain...
Stress Fractures of the Foot and AnkleOur bones are important aspects of our body and they are constantly changing. The heavier the workload for a bone, the more likely it is that calcium will be placed in it. When a bone isn’t used often, there won’t be...
What Happens When a Stress Fracture Occurs?A stress fracture is a small hairline fracture that usually occurs because the foot is no longer able to handle the load being placed on it. While stress fractures can occur in the pelvis, thigh bones and shins, they most...
