Diabetics frequently experience difficulties with their feet. If you have diabetes or a family member or friend with the disease has lost one of your toes, feet, or leg, daily foot care can reduce your risk of developing serious complications. Maintaining a healthy level of blood glucose, often known as blood sugar, can be beneficial […]
Foot and ankle issues might make it difficult for you to move around because they hurt, irritate, or are uncomfortable. While some foot conditions are merely aesthetic and have minor symptoms, some can make it hard to lead an active, healthy lifestyle. If left untreated, foot and ankle problems can worsen over time, so it’s […]
It is the result of an injury to the ankle ligaments caused by rolling, twisting, or rotation. The strong ligaments that keep your ankle bones in place can easily be stretched or torn in this way. Joint instability is reduced because of ligaments’ stabilizing effect. When the ligaments are stretched past their normal limits, […]
Bone spurs on the tendon of Achilles often develop at the point of insertion into the heel bone. This uncomfortable ailment is often caused by a rigid Achilles tendon that keeps pulling on the heel. It is critical to consult a doctor as soon as possible since the bone spur can cause damage to […]
Nail fungus, or onychomycosis, can appear on the fingernails or toenails. However, it more frequently manifests on the feet. Nails grow thick, brittle, and discolored as a result. Onychomycosis can arise from a number of different conditions. However, everyone, especially the elderly, is at risk, and the illness is acquired by men rather than […]
Pes planus, often known as falling or collapsed arches, is a condition characterized by a lack of arch support in the foot. One in ten people who are affected by this illness will experience noticeable symptoms. While fallen arches typically affect both feet, it is possible for one foot to be afflicted. Injuries, excess […]
An infected nail bed, or paronychia, can be very painful. Usually, bacteria or a form of yeast known as Candida are to blame for this infection. Infections can also involve both bacteria and yeast. Paronychia can develop gradually over a period of weeks or appear suddenly for a period of days, depending on the […]
Podiatric medicine is the medical specialty that focuses on the prevention, detection, and management of problems relating to the human foot, including those caused by trauma or illness. Like a dentist or an ophthalmologist, a specialist in podiatric medicine is a specialist who has completed extensive training to treat a particular portion of the […]
Flat feet, or Pes Planus, are common foot conditions. In a healthy foot, an arch forms on the inner side. When you’re standing, a little space like that is very acceptable. People who suffer from Pes Planus, sometimes known as “Flat feet,” have an arch that is abnormally low or nonexistent. When this arch […]
Managing diabetes involves a number of tasks like monitoring your blood sugar, preparing nutritious meals, fitting in exercise whenever possible, taking medications, and keeping up with your doctor’s appointments. It’s understandable if your feet aren’t at the forefront of your consciousness among all that. However, among the effective techniques to avoid foot issues is […]