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Sometimes, it takes an ankle injury to realize just how much we rely on it. Without the ankles, the feet would not be able to make the up and down movements needed when you walk, run, exercise, or play any sport – and these are just the activities you do while in a standing position….
The posterior tibial nerve, which is one of the two branches of the sciatic nerve, provides motor and sensory innervations to the lower leg and foot muscles. It passes through the tarsal tunnel—the osteofibrous space (composed of bone and soft connective tissue) situated in the middle back part of the ankle. Anything that causes the…
We use our feet to do almost every activity in our daily life. From getting up in the morning to start a busy workday to preparing dinner at night, our feet help us move through the day and get our tasks done. Unfortunately, even though we utilize them every day, few of us pay attention…
Do you have a weak ankle due to a recent injury or ankle surgery? If so, you should explore the benefits of an ankle brace. It can help you recover and provide the stability you need as you run, play sports, or go about your daily routine. What Is An Ankle Brace? An ankle brace…
Your feet are your body’s very foundation, and they enable you to perform gross motor functions, such as walking, standing, jumping, running, and dancing. Your feet also bear the brunt of your body weight and the substantial shock each time they hit the ground with every step you take. This is why at The Podiatry…
You rely on your feet for mobility and balance. It goes without saying that you need to take care of them the way you would any equipment that you consider valuable. Regardless of whether you’re living an active lifestyle, investing in keeping your feet in tip-top condition allows you to enjoy a good quality of…
Most people neglect their feet until an issue develops that garners their attention, such as pain, a wound, or abnormal growths, such as bunions. You can avoid foot-related problems from worsening – and even developing in many cases – by regularly seeing a foot doctor, also known as a podiatrist. With the help of this…
When you need treatment for a podiatric condition or injury, you want a foot and ankle specialist with the knowledge, skills, and compassion to help you move safely and comfortably again. What’s the best way to choose a foot doctor? Read here about the qualifications and practices you should look out for. Why Should I…
Have you noticed a bony bump forming at the base of your big toe, on the side of your foot? That may be a bunion, which often results from arthritis or from wearing shoes that are too tight. A bunion can develop when your big toe turns inward and overlaps with the next toe. This…
As temperatures drop and winter is in full swing, emergency rooms and urgent care centers across the country are seeing more and more patients with injuries from playing winter sports. There is a whopping 500% increase in ER visits every winter, largely due to slipping and falling on the ice or snow – and when…
