Does one of your toes appear to bend in an awkward way or curl under painfully? If so, you may have a hammertoe. Here are five things you should know.
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Shoes Getting Tight? Why Your Feet Change Size Over Time
Your feet bear the brunt of all that walking you do throughout your life. Here’s how you can expect them to change as you age.
6 Reasons You Shouldn’t Assume Foot Pain Is a Heel Spur
Foot pain isn’t always a heel spur. Our expert explains the other possible causes and the importance of getting an accurate diagnosis.
7 Ways to Ease Bunion Pain Without Surgery
Bunions are permanent unless they’re surgically corrected, but there are some easy things you can do to at home to relieve some of the pain and pressure on the toe joint.
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When Should I Have Surgery for My Bunions?
Find the answers to questions that pique your curiosity in our series, “The Short Answer.” Orthopaedic surgeon Steven Maschke, MD, fields this one about when surgery’s needed for bunions.
5 Types of Boots: Which Will Your Feet Love, Too?
Discover whether high-heeled boots, wedge booties, sheepskin boots, cowboy boots or riders work best for your feet. Learn how to test boots for stability and how often to wear them, too.
5 Ways You Can Have Beautiful, Pain-Free Feet
Get 5 expert tips for helping your feet look their best during warm weather, from avoiding hammertoe to easing bunions.
Heels, Flats or Flip-Flops: Which Shoes Are Best for Your Feet?
Your genes are more important than shoe styles when it comes to bunions, flat feet or tight Achilles tendons. But you can choose shoes that keep your feet feeling better, longer.
