The first step to treating a swollen ankle is to identify the cause behind it. There are many different reasons, from lifestyle decisions like not eating enough magnesium to underlying conditions like having blood clots. In this blog, we will be discussing how to identify the cause of a swollen ankle and how you can …
Can Feet Get Smaller?
The short answer to this question is no, not really. You see, your foot length always stays the same. However, a reduction of up to one and a half shoe sizes is not unusual due to an overall decrease in the circumference of the foot. But how can the circumference of your foot change so …
How to Relieve Foot Arthritis Pain
When talking about foot arthritis pain, it’s important to mention that arthritis is a general term that refers to more than 100 different illnesses. However, these illnesses all seem to have one thing in common, inflammation in and around the joints and the nearby soft tissue. With many kinds of arthritis, the smooth cartilage between …
I Rolled My Ankle. Now What?
So, you were playing tennis or basketball. You took a sharp turn and rolled your ankle. Don’t feel embarrassed. It happens to an odd 25,000 people every single day. What’s important is that you know how to identify a severe ankle sprain from a milder one and what you can do to help yourself get …
Go-To Supportive Summer Shoes
Shoes are expressive and supportive. After changing into clothes for work, the gym, or hanging out with friends, you grab a pair of shoes to complete the outfit. They make you stand a little taller, walk a little faster, and go a little farther. No matter how casual and easy to wear, flip flops will …