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.
How to Prevent and Treat Ingrown Toenails
An ingrown toenail can be a painful experience — but if you know how to treat and prevent one, it could save you irritation and frustration later down the road.
4 Ways You Can Avoid Stinky Feet
When temperatures rise, your body perspires more and that includes your feet. Find out how to keep your feet healthy and odor free.
7 Questions You May Be Afraid to Ask About Stylish Shoes
Love the latest shoe styles but hate the way your feet get sore? A podiatrist answers common questions about which shoes help — and which shoes hurt — your feet.
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Shoes Getting Tight? Why Your Feet Change Size Over Time
We all know that our bodies change as we age. Your feet, of course, are not exempt.
5 Things You Should Know About Painful Toe Deformities
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.
3 Tips to Protect Your Toenails If You’re a Hard-Core Runner
If you’re a die-hard runner, black, loose or missing toenails may be as much a part of the sport as bags of frozen peas and race t-shirt collections.
Don’t Let Foot Cramps and Charley Horses Slow You Down
Without warning, you wake up with a paralyzing stiffness in your calf or foot. Whether you call it a foot or leg cramp (aka “charley horse”), it happens when a muscle gets involuntarily stiff and can’t relax. Here’s what causes these cramps, as well as tips to help prevent them.
How Switching Up Your Summer Shoes Helps Your Feet
Flip flops, heels, wedges, tennis shoes and flats – summer shoe choices are endless. What is the perfect shoe for your foot health day-in and day-out?
5 Ways to Avoid Blisters and the Best Way to Treat Them
Take steps to prevent blisters by keeping your skin dry. Learn the safest ways to treat blisters, if you get them, to avoid infection.
