Flat feet: what they are, how to treat them, and practical help from a podiatrist
Flat feet (also called Pes Planus) occur when the medial arch of the foot is lower than usual or absent when standing. Many people with flat feet have no pain and don’t need treatment, but for others the condition causes discomfort, tired feet, or problems further up...
Gout in Your Big Toe: Practical Steps to Relieve the Pain
Imagine suddenly waking up in the middle of the night with excruciating pain in your big toe. Walking feels impossible, and even the light pressure of a duvet against your foot is unbearable. It sounds like a nightmare, doesn’t it? Sadly, this scenario is all too real...
Running with Foot Pain? When You Should See a Podiatrist
Foot pain is extremely common among recreational and professional runners alike and indicates that your feet have sustained some damage. It’s therefore extremely important to see a podiatrist whenever your feet hurt, especially if the pain is severe and/or persistent....
What to Do If You Get a Bunion
A bunion is a painful and often progressive foot deformity that affects the joint at the base of the big toe (the first metatarsophalangeal joint). It forms when the big toe starts leaning toward the second toe, creating a visible bony bump on the side of the foot....