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Do stretches help plantar fasciitis pain?
Do stretches help plantar fasciitis pain? Every person who has ever hobbled into my clinic with plantar fascia foot pain has one goal in mind. They want their pain to STOP, and they want it to stop NOW! I can certainly help with the STOP part of their goal. The NOW...
Can you get ringworm from a Dog?
Can You Get Ringworm on your feet from a Dog? Ringworm is a type of fungal infection that can affect the skin on humans. The pathway from dogs to humans is by merely touching or licking plus some extra environmental factors. It is not just owners and others in their...
Why are my Feet cold with socks on?
Why Are My Feet Cold with Socks On? Having cold feet in the physical rather than the proverbial sense is quite common. Many people suffer in his way, where your feet may or may not feel cold to the touch. The causes of cold feet care are multiple - anything from...
Are Webbed Toes Bad?
Are Webbed Toes Bad? Unless you aspire to be the next Aquaman, having webbed toes is more of a potential embarrassment than anything else. It usually doesn’t affect normal foot function. However, having webbed toes - a condition known medically as syndactyly - might...
Cosmetic Toenail Restoration
Cosmetic Toe Nail Restoration If you are not happy about how your toenails look, you may want to consider cosmetic toenail restoration. If you have nail damage or toenail fungus, you might feel you have to hide your nails away from prying eyes. It’s not pleasant for...
When should I buy new Ugg Boots?
When should I buy new Ugg Boots? Ugg boots keep feet warm and cosy during the colder months all over the world. Owners and their Ugg boots become inseparable. Warmth, comfort and convenience all wrapped up in a fashion icon eventually demand replacement. A worn sole...
Camboot Facts
Wearing a Camboot - the Facts A Camboot or Walking Boot is a removable foot and leg splint. It has a rigid sole. The ankle is kept immobilized with plastic moulding and in some cases metal strips. The boot is lined with a washable foam fabric. The front of the boot,...
Office Workers can prevent Swollen Legs
How can office workers prevent swollen legs Swelling or puffiness of legs, feet and ankles, or fluid retention, is predominantly an indication of a circulation problem. Alternatively, it could be due to an infection or inflammation or could be caused by a range of...
Chemotherapy Side Effects and Foot Pain
Chemotherapy side effects and foot pain Chemotherapy is used in the treatment of some Cancers. Cit be the cause of unwanted foot pain, numbness, loss of feeling and unpleasant skin effects? Yes it can. Cancer treatment is not likely to be stopped due to foot pain....
Podiatrists Pedorthists and Pedicurists
Who Cares for Feet - Podiatrists, Pedorthists or Pedicurists? Podiatrists, Pedorthists and Pedicurists all look after feet in some way. Training, qualifications, certifications and scope of practice are very different. Interestingly there can be some hazy cross-over...