My Blog

• posted: Sep. 19, 2016
• Tendinitis

Zach Eflin discovered a stress fracture in his right foot early in August after having an MRI done on his knees. Eflin’s knees were troubling him, and through the MRI, Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2016
• Children's Feet,  Children's Shoes,  Tips

Finding the right shoes for your children is important in ensuring that their growing feet will remain comfortable during school. It is recommended that kids with low arches will need Read More

• posted: Sep. 05, 2016
• Hyperhidrosis,  Aluminum Chloride

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, aluminum chloride, “a chemical found in rocks and as ancient as the earth itself,” can reportedly treat hyperhidrosis. Found in various antiperspirant products, Read More

• posted: Aug. 29, 2016
• ankle surgery

Jared Cook of the Green Bay Packers admitted that he felt a sharp pain in his foot while performing organized team activities. He originally didn’t think the injury was serious, Read More

• posted: Aug. 22, 2016
• High Heels,  footwear

The risks women face while wearing high heels are no secret; for decades, women have been made aware of the damage the feet sustain in high heels. Aside from causing Read More

• posted: Aug. 15, 2016
• runner injuries,  injury prevention

Both inexperienced and professional runners are prone to the occasional running injury. Injuries such as runner’s knee, shin splints, plantar fasciitis, and stress fractures can happen to anyone. Runner’s knee Read More

• posted: Aug. 08, 2016
• plantar fasciitis treatment

Plantar fasciitis is a foot condition that is often the source behind many cases of foot pain. The condition occurs when the tendon along the bottom of the foot becomes Read More

• posted: Aug. 01, 2016

Hammertoe is a foot deformity that usually occurs in the second, third, or fourth toe. The toe that is deformed usually bends in the shape of a hammer. Hammertoe is Read More

• posted: Jul. 25, 2016
• Foot Pain,  ankle sprain,  ankle injury

An ankle sprain occurs when the ligaments that connect bone to bone tear apart. Unfortunately, ankle injuries are very common in the sport of netball. Prophylactic tape and bracing can Read More

• posted: Jul. 18, 2016
• Foot Care,  shoe choice,  shoe fitting

Although high heels have a bad rap for harming our feet, flats and sneakers are not far behind when it comes to hurting our lower extremities. Our feet have a Read More

• posted: Jul. 11, 2016
• foot injury,  ankle,  ankle injury

Golfer Chris Crawford’s family friend Bill Hanaghan recently suffered an ankle injury. While trying to run above a trap on the sixth hole mid-game, he suddenly heard a snap: Hanaghan Read More

• posted: Jul. 04, 2016
• Prevent Blisters,  Paper Tape,  Bunion Prevention

A study by Athletics Weekly suggested that paper tape can be used to prevent blisters. They found that runners who applied surgical tape to their feet before a race are Read More

• posted: Jun. 27, 2016
• Diabetic Feet,  Infections,  Neuropathy

Those who suffer from diabetes are also prone to infections. It is important that blood sugar is regulated to properly prevent neuropathy or vascular complications. Peripheral neuropathy is described as Read More

• posted: Jun. 20, 2016
• Pregnancy,  Edema,  Swollen Feet

For pregnant women, this means that your feet will be or already have undergone changes. As women experience a natural weight gain, they may find that their feet and ankles Read More

• posted: Jun. 13, 2016
• Foot Support

Custom orthotic inserts are ideal for helping to correct foot conditions such as flat feet and can offer support for the overall foot structure. It’s also important that orthotics are Read More

• posted: Jun. 06, 2016
• Calluses,  Friction

Corns and calluses develop as a result of repeated friction or pressure to the skin, but are easily treatable. Corns can develop anywhere on the toes and on the balls Read More