According to the IQWiG (Institute of Quality and Efficiency in Healthcare), of 100 people who see their doctor for foot health issues, on average, 20 are visiting for an ingrown toenail. Our bodies are well-oiled machines. If a condition comprises the health of one part, it causes all kinds of problems for all the others. …
Yellow Toenails: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention
Toenails are typically transparent, appearing to look pink because of the pink flesh underneath. Yet, it is possible for toenails to turn yellow. While using nail polish frequently or having a fungal infection are the most likely causes, it could be a sign of an underlying medical condition. In this article, you’ll learn about yellow …
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How Back Pain and Foot Pain Are Related
While feet are great for maintaining stability and mobility, people often overlook them until they cause pain. The human body is an interconnected system. Foot pain can stem from various issues such as ill-fitting shoes, old injuries, and the foot structure or arches. The cause of foot pain could even be coming from your back. …
What’s The Difference Between Sprains, Strains, and Fractures?
When it comes to foot and ankle injuries, most of us have experienced sprains, strains, or fractures (or all three!). But not everyone can point out all the differences between the three or how each type of injury varies in severity and may present differently than you might imagine it to (like an ankle sprain). …
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A Guide to Peripheral Neuropathy
Do you have numbness and tingling in your feet? Or, perhaps, you’re experiencing the loss of muscle tissue or sudden drops in blood pressure. All of these could be neuropathy, depending on which nerves were affected. Neuropathy, also known as peripheral neuropathy, is nerve damage that develops when there’s a problem with the peripheral nervous …