What Is An Ingrown Nail
Overview Ingrown toenails, scientifically known as onychocryptosis or unguis incarnates, are one of the most common reasons why patients go to their general practitioner or podiatrist. In fact, it has been reported that nearly 20% of all patients that go to the doctor’s office will have an ingrown toenail. Ingrown toenails occur when the corner […]
Fungal Nail Laser Treatment – Is it Worth it? Part 2
Is Laser Worth The Cost? So is laser worth the cost? Well it really depends on your own personal circumstance; Are you just starting out? Haven’t tried anything? Well then it might be worthwhile trying topical treatment first, just keep in mind if you are not seeing any changes after 2- 3months then it is […]
Seven Signs You Need to Go to a Podiatrist
Are you tired of going through some problems in your feet and have no idea about the doctor you need to consult? Sometimes we go through different kinds of unusual health-related issues, but we have no idea which medical professional is the one we need to consult. In fact, some people are not even aware […]
Essential Oils For Treating Plantar Warts & Athlete’s Foot
Most people have suffered from some sort of infection throughout their lifetimes, and in most cases, that means that most people have also taken antibiotics at some point. While antibiotics are very effective in treating infections, they are often overused, and they can cause harmful side effects in your body. Are you someone looking for home […]
Foot Pain Men
Some people might believe that only women’s shoes can cause foot pain, but many men can attest to the contrary. In fact, ill-fitting men’s shoes can be just as bad as or even worse than high heels! Do your feet feel sore and tired during the day? Your shoes might be the cause of your […]
Foot Pain Women
When you wear high heels, you are shifting your center of balance to the balls of your feet, which can cause issues such as foot pain, calluses, bunions, neuroma, shortening of the Achilles’ tendon, and even pain in your knees, hips, back, and neck. The higher and narrower the heel, the worse the symptoms will […]
6 Tips To Get Your Feet Ready For Summer
1. Exfoliate Make this your pre-summer mantra: “Exfoliation is my friend.” You know that thick layer of seemingly powdery skin on your heels? That’s a whole lotta dead skin cells just waiting to be sloughed off so you can unveil your smooth steppers hidden beneath. Luckily, exfoliation doesn’t have to be difficult. Use a pumice stone […]
Causes and Treatment Options for Pain in the Achilles Tendon Area
Are you experiencing significant pain in your heel and are wondering what might be causing it? What can you do to alleviate the problem? Some people have no idea where the Achilles tendon is located in the foot, yet no other part of our body withstands as much strain as we go about our daily […]
How to Get Rid of a Bunion?
Do you have a massive bump jutting out of your big toe and think that it is about time that you do something about it? Foot doctors call the condition “Hallux Valgus” or what is more commonly known as a bunion. So what causes bunions and how do you get rid of them? Before we […]
What can you do to relieve Foot Pain?
Are you struggling with a severe case of foot pain and are wondering what you can do to alleviate the problem? Before we discuss solutions, it is important to understand what is causing the predicament. Needless to say, your feet support your full weight when you stand and enable you to walk. Foot discomfort is […]
