Seniors often forget to care for their feet despite experiencing foot problems due to aging processes. As we age, the nails and skin tend to become dry and brittle, due to loss of cushioning in the feet. The feet may feel better with properly fitting...
When the side of a toenail grows into the surrounding skin, it is referred to as an ingrown toenail. Common symptoms include redness, pain, swelling, and tenderness. Left untreated, severe pain and discomfort may result due to an infection. Ingrown toenails can be seen in patients...
Children also experience foot and leg problems like adults. Here is a look at some common conditions. Osgood-Schlatter’s Disease Many growing children, especially boys between the ages of 10 and 15, suffer from knee pain due to Osgood-Schlatter’s disease – an overuse injury that affects the patellar...
Pain in the ball of the foot or Metatarsalgia refers to painful metatarsal heads. The condition usually develops as a result of excessive pressure over a long period of time. Metatarsalgia involves pain and inflammation in the padding below your toes. This is the area where...
Many people complain of ankle swelling at the end of a workday. Usually, this would go away with rest and is not a cause for concern. But if you are suffering from ankle swelling and pain, especially recurring pain, you may have a torn ligament...
A painful arch and a burning sensation in the heel can make it almost impossible for a person to stand or walk. If you are experiencing these symptoms, you should consult a podiatrist immediately before it gets worse. Your Foot Arch The plantar fascia (strong connective tissues...
The ankle-brachial index test is a quick way for a podiatrist to check for peripheral artery disease (PAD). PAD is a painful condition that develops due to a narrowing of your arteries. This is quite common for people over 55 years of age, occurring in...
Peripheral neuropathy is the medical term used for nerve damage to the peripheral nervous system. This system is comprised of all the nerves in your body except the brain and the spinal cord, which are referred to as the central nervous system. Peripheral neuropathy has various...
Our feet serve as the foundation for our bodies. Just like a building, an imperfect foundation for the body can adversely affect the rest of the structure or the rest of the body too. One of the most common foot complaints resulting from a strained foot...
In a general sense, poor circulation is why our fingers and toes are the first things that get cold when we go outside in winter. Our extremities – meaning body parts that are farthest away from the heart – are the first to get cold...