How to Treat a Ganglion Cyst on Your Foot or Ankle
A ganglion cyst is a common medical condition with more than 200,000 cases reported each year among Americans. While ganglion cysts are more commonly located on the wrists of an individual, a study conducted in 2017 found that 11% of ganglion cysts are found on the foot or ankle. What is a ganglion cyst? The…
What is Posterior Tibial Tendonitis?
Posterior tibial tendonitis is one of the most common problems affecting the foot or ankle. The condition develops when a specific tendon in the leg is torn or inflamed, which causes pain and other symptoms. Also known as posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, posterior tibial tendonitis can develop as the result of an injury. Some people…
How to Fix a Cracked Toenail
Not only is a cracked toenail painful, but it can also cause additional issues that require medical treatment. However, the good news is that cracked toenails can not only be treated, but also prevented. To avoid a painful or inconvenient cracked nail, read below for tips on treatment or making sure it never happens! What…
Running With Arthritis In Your Feet
If you are one of the nearly 350 million people living every day with arthritis, you know the detrimental effects of the disease on virtually every aspect of your life. Thankfully, though, if you are committed to remaining active and continuing your favorite workout, there are ways to manage arthritis symptoms in feet, so you…
Best Exercises for Foot Neuropathy
Neuropathy is damage to the nerves that can lead to tingling, numbness or pain in the affected region. Neuropathy can occur virtually anywhere in the body, but today we are looking at what you can do to counteract its negative impact on the feet. What Causes Neuropathy in the Feet? While there are some outlining…
How to Treat Toenail Fungus at Home
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How to Care for a Foot Tattoo
All tattoos require a certain level of aftercare in order for them to heal well. Foot tattoos, however, come with even more instructions and restrictions, which can make them a bit more of a challenge. For example, getting a tattoo on the bottom of your foot means you’ll need to avoid wearing socks and shoes…
5 Winter Foot Care Tips
The onset of winter brings snow, freezing temperatures, and ice. During this time, you will most likely exchange your cute summer sandals and/or flip flops for closed shoe boots and warm socks. This of course is one way to keep your feet protected from the harsh elements, which is vital to preventing damage to your…