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Ankle Sprain Explained & 3 Ways It Can Be Treated

A sprained ankle is when the ligaments in the ankle become over-stretched or torn. It is a common injury and often occurs when you roll or twist the ankle awkwardly. Treatment for an ankle sprain depends on the severity of the injury. A medical evaluation may be necessary to assess the injury and determine the… 

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Plantar Fasciitis: Causes and Treatments

According to statistics, approximately 2 million people in the United States complain of heel pain due to plantar fasciitis – a condition that causes inflammation of the fibrous band of tissue that spans across the arch of the foot called the plantar fascia. If you think you may be one of these people, read on… 

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What Exactly is Shockwave Therapy and How Do Its Benefits Work?

Shockwave therapy is a type of treatment that uses sound waves to help heal damaged tissue. The sound waves can help improve blood flow and reduce inflammation, which can speed up the healing process. Shockwave therapy is used to treat a range of injuries. For instance, shockwave therapy is a non-invasive, FDA-cleared treatment for heel… 

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Reasons You Should Never Ignore Your Bunions

Bunions are a common foot condition that occurs when the big toe becomes deformed and points inward, towards the rest of the toes. The base of the big toe joint will point outward, while the top of the big toe will move horizontally towards the other toes. This can also cause the joint at the… 

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3 Tips to Get Relief from Chronic Foot Pain

If you’re dealing with chronic foot pain, frustration is one of the realities you are most likely familiar with. You may feel like you’ve tried everything, and nothing seems to help. But don’t give up just yet! There are a few other things you can try – apart from the standard pain medications, rest, and… 

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When to See an Ankle Specialist

Our feet and ankles are highly prone to injuries, since we spend a good majority of our day putting pressure on them. If you have been experiencing chronic or intermittent pain in your ankle, you may be wondering whether it is worth it to see an ankle specialist. Let’s talk about some of the key… 

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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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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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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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Tips for Preventing Bunions

Bunions are a very common podiatric issue among adults of all ages. It refers to a bony bump that develops at the base of the big toe. As a result, the front of the foot becomes abnormally-shaped, making it difficult to find shoes that fit well and leading to a variety of podiatric issues, such… 

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