After being on your feet all day, you’re not surprised that your feet are sore. The same thing happens every day, but you know what’ll fix the problem – a nice foot rub. Don’t get us wrong, good foot massages go a long way, but have you ever thought of ending your pain instead of …
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Heel pain is most often caused by plantar fasciitis, an inflammation of the long, dense band of connective tissue (the plantar fascia) that runs from the heel to the ball of the foot. Repeated strain on the plantar fascia can cause tiny tears in the ligament. As tension and tearing increases, so does inflammation and irritation …
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Find out when you should turn to a professional to treat your heel pain. While heel pain is often something that most people will ignore, there comes a time when you can no longer ignore it and will need to turn to your podiatrists in St. Louis, MO, who can address your concerns and get …
Characterized by thick, unsightly, discolored nails, fungus-infected toenails can be irritating, embarrassing and painful. For years, the only treatments available for toenail, fungus were topical and oral medications or removal of the nail. Typically, the medications were largely ineffective and removal of the nail plate was painful and debilitating. Fast, Effective and Pain-Free Nail Fungus Treatment …
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A neuroma is a thickening of nerve tissue that can develop in various parts of your body. In the foot, the most common occurring neuroma develops at the base of the third and fourth toes. This condition is referred to as Morton’s neuroma. There are typically no physical signs of Morton’s neuroma, such as a lump …
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