Your foot is a strong, mechanical structure comprising of 26 bones, 33 joints and over 100 tendons, muscles and ligaments. The load on the feet is consistent daily, and we expect them to take us the distance we want. This intricate and highly developed structure needs a little care on a regular basis and with […]
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Bunions: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
A bunion is an abnormal growth which develops when the big toe pushes inwards toward the second toe, throwing the foot’s structure out of alignment. It’s essentially a bony bump at the big toe joint and protrudes outward. It can cause discomfort and pain depending on the severity. Bunions are not uncommon and affect 23% […]
Recurring foot arch pain? Here are some possible reasons.
The arch of the foot extends from the heel to the base of the big toes and is made up of tendons, ligaments and bone. Each person’s arch is different, some are higher and some are lower. Both low and high arches can cause pain. Foot arches take a big load every day, so if […]
Plantar Fasciitis – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar Fasciitis is a condition of the plantar fascia – the tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot, connecting the heel to the toes, forming the arch of the foot. When this tissue is over-stretched or strained, small tears can occur in the fascia causing inflammation and pain. Most […]