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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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When Should You See a Doctor for Heel Pain?

Your heel bears the weight of your body when you stand and walk, so heel pain can greatly disrupt your life – after all, you can’t walk around on your toes all day. If the pain is mild to moderate, it may be able to be resolved with rest and ice therapy. If the heel… 

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Tips for How to Take Care of Your Feet and Ankles

Athletes understand the importance of keeping their feet and ankles healthy, and as we get older, the rest of us do, too. As with most everything in the body, the key to staying healthy is prevention, which means being proactive with your health. Keeping your feet and ankles healthy is an investment that is worth… 

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Why should you see a foot and ankle doctor if you have these symptoms?

After a long day of being on your feet or engaging in an intense sport, you could feel pain in your toes, arches, and ankle. Applying ice, resting, and taking it easy for a few days afterward should get your feet and ankles back to feeling normal. If symptoms do not improve after a few… 

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