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Tag: foot pain
How Yoga Can Help Ease Heel Pain From Plantar Fasciitis
Struggling with plantar fasciitis? Learn how yoga can help relieve heel pain from a lead yoga therapist and yoga program manager.
Need a Nerve Block? 4 Things You Should Know
If you’re considering a nerve block for severe pain, here are four things to keep in mind according to our expert.
How You Can Stop Foot and Toenail Fungus In Its Tracks
Foot fungus and fungal toenails are a serious annoyance, but they can also become a serious health problem, especially if you have diabetes or a weakened immune system. Learn how to treat them.
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Don’t Let Foot Cramps and Charley Horses Slow You Down
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.
Why You Need to Control Your Blood Sugar to Avoid Diabetic Neuropathy
If your blood sugar is too high or difficult to control, you are more susceptible to nerve damage. Get the facts from a Cleveland Clinic expert on how to avoid this debilitating pain or find the relief you need.
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.
Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Ball-of-Foot Pain
If you have pain in the ball of your foot, don’t ignore it. It could be a plantar plate tear. Our expert explains common causes and what treatments are available to find relief.
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.
