Do you ever feel pain in your toes? Are you afraid the contracture will get progressively worse? If you answered yes, you may be suffering from hammer toe. Hammer toes, claw toe or mallet toe are characterized by a contracture of the toe. The curvature of the affected toes gives the impression that your toes…
Is it difficult to walk on your foot because of a deformity in the big toe area? Is your big toe extending from the base due to the same deformity? Do you have pain and inflammation in your joints? If this is the case, consult a podiatrist right away because you most likely have a…
Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition. A strain or break in the plantar fascia, the fibrous band that supports the arch of the foot, is at the root of this condition. Heel discomfort is the most prominent sign of this condition. It will be felt from the first steps in the morning or after…
Suffering from foot, ankle, leg, hip and/or lower back pain? Did you know that this type of pain is often related to unbalanced feet and legs? Foot pain Foot pain is very common, and often localized in the heel. The most common heel pain is plantar fasciitis. The forefoot is also often a source of…
Corns, calluses and severe corns are formations of dead flesh under the feet. They can be embarrassing for people when they walk or exercise. Often, people with delicate feet tend to suffer more. However, this foot problem is easily treated. Corns, calluses, severe corns: how do they differ? It is common for an individual to…
