Achilles tendinitis occurs when the Achilles tendon, the tendon that connects the calf muscles to the heel bone, is overused and becomes irritated and inflamed. This is a common condition, especially among runners and middle-aged people who only play sports on the weekends. There are two types. Non-insertional Achilles tendinitis is when fibers in the …
Custom Orthotics vs. Store-Bought Insoles
Your feet do a lot for you, from standing up and walking to playing sports. They might need extra support, literally. That’s where orthotics come in. Orthotics are shoe inserts that help with a variety of foot problems, providing relief and comfort for minor pain. While store-bought insoles have a similar structure to the custom …
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Diabetes and Foot Health
If you have diabetes, there’s a lot to manage. With the need to check blood sugar levels, focus on eating healthily, take medications, and more, foot care may be the last thing on your mind. Yet, people with diabetes are prone to foot problems, often due to nerve damage and poor circulation. Continue reading to …
Common Foot Care Myths
There are myths about foot care that you may have heard and may believe. Since your feet and ankles play an important role in everyday life, from standing to walking and balancing, it’s necessary to understand how to give them proper care. In this article, our experts are debunking common foot care myths and revealing …
How Nutrition Can Affect Your Feet
People typically associate nutrition with heart health or weight management. Yet, nutrition can also play a role in the development and treatment of foot conditions. You can improve your foot health by following these nutritional tips! Inflammation Gout, rheumatoid arthritis, and psoriatic arthritis are common types of arthritis that may cause inflammation in the feet. …