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Common Causes of Foot and Ankle Pain in Men

Foot and ankle issues is mistakenly associated most often with women than men. This may be due to the higher likelihood of women worrying about the aesthetic appearance of their feet (i.e., wanting to get rid of bunions, corns, and calluses) or the higher risk of developing conditions due to poor footwear. Regardless, men are… 

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4 Tips to Prevent Heel Pain

As bipedal creatures, we rely on our two feet to get to places and do many things in our daily lives— running, dancing, dashing to the finish line, driving, walking our dog, even taking a loved one down the aisle, among others. While our feet are built to bear the brunt of our movements, the… 

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Sports Injuries 101

Injuries are a common and sometimes inevitable risk that accompanies the wonderful world of sports. Sports injuries are musculoskeletal injuries that are usually associated with certain physical activities. Such injuries come in all shapes and forms. Some of the most commonly reported sports injuries are strains, sprains, dislocations, and fractures. Let’s take a closer look…. 

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How Bunions Develop and How to Treat Them

Bunions are a common problem among adults across all age groups. In fact, according to the Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy, more than 64 million people in the United States have this foot deformity. A bunion develops when the bones that make up the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint move out of place, causing the… 

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Is Heel Pain Affecting Your Daily Activities? Check Out These Treatment Methods

Got heel pain? Make no mistake: heel pain may seem minor, but given how much you rely on your feet for many of your movements, it can get in the way of your day-to-day activities. Read on to learn about the various treatment methods you can try to tamp down your heel pain or even… 

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3 Reasons Your Ankle Hurts and What to Do about It

If ankle pain has started to get in the way of your day-to-day activities, you want to find out what’s causing it as well as what you can to banish it altogether. Ankle pain that has become persistent or is causing significant quality-of-life issues warrants a visit to a podiatrist—a physician who specializes in the… 

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Can Heel Pain Be Caused by the Wrong Footwear?

Heel pain can be caused by a number of things, from heel spurs to plantar fasciitis. It is typically described as a sharp, stabbing sensation that occurs in the heel or the bottom of the foot when you put weight on it. It goes without saying that heel pain can make it difficult to walk… 

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Does Weight Cause Ankle Pain?

Yes! Considering the fact that your feet and ankles carry your entire body weight through your daily activities, it is no surprise that obesity or being overweight can lead to myriads of foot and ankle problems, such as ankle pain. Let us talk about ankle pain, how obesity is linked to it, and where you… 

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Sports Medicine Physicians for Long-Distance Running

If you are a long-distance runner, you need stamina and endurance to keep up with the demands of the sport. To reach your goals and be a successful runner, you need proper strength training, good form and technique, and excellent nutrition. And you certainly cannot run at your peak if you feel even the slightest… 

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At-Home Treatments for Bunions

A bunion, medically named hallux valgus, is a bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of the big toe. A bunion occurs when bone or tissue at the front part of your foot moves out of place, causing the top of your big toe to get pulled toward your smaller toes. This… 

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