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Essential Tips for Preventing the Spread of Verrucae
Verrucae (also called verrucas or plantar warts) are contagious growths that develop on the soles of the feet, caused by certain strains of the Human Papillomavirus. As health resource Skinsight’s photos of verrucae indicate, their appearance varies. Broadly speaking,...
How to Get Your Feet Ready for Summer
At this time of year, you’re probably ready for a bit of sunshine and summer fun. But after months of wearing thick socks and shoes your feet may not be summer-ready, and putting them on show can be a daunting thought. It’s easy for your footcare regime to fall to one...
How to Check If You Have Abnormal Pronation
‘Pronation’ is an obscure word, but it actually refers to something your feet do every time you walk or run. When each foot strikes the ground, the arch (the curved area most visible on the inner side of the foot) flattens out a little to absorb shock and help you to...
The 5 Major Causes of Itchy Feet
It’s often said that itchy feet are a sign you’ll soon be going on a journey. That’s an appealing idea, but it doesn’t necessarily reflect reality. The likelihood is that persistent itchiness is caused by a foot problem, and it could stop you in your tracks if it’s...
How to Find the Best Pair of Running Shoes
Spring is just around the corner (it officially begins on 20 March), and the mild weather will undoubtedly encourage many people to head outside for a run, boosting their physical and mental wellbeing. Running has clear health benefits, not least for your feet. Run...
5 Simple Ways to Improve Your Foot Health Today
Your feet are incredibly hard working and support your whole body, so it’s no wonder that they can sometimes feel sorry for themselves. But if improving your foot health sounds daunting, don’t worry. It doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, there are several...
Foot Care for Amateur and Professional Dancers
As well as being great fun and hugely rewarding, dancing has significant health benefits, not least for your lower limbs. Dance regularly and you’re likely to find that your muscle tone, strength, suppleness, gait speed (i.e. the time it takes you to walk a specific...
Overcome the Pain of Metatarsalgia with the Help of Orthotics
If you’re experiencing pain in the ball of your foot, you could well be suffering from metatarsalgia. As its name suggests, this common – and frustrating – foot problem affects the metatarsal phalangeal joints (the ball of the foot). It can cause pain in any part of...
5 New Years Resolutions to Boost Your Foot Health
The first month of a brand new year is the ideal time to make a fresh start. For many people, that means making positive lifestyle changes. Your feet are your body’s foundations, so if you’re determined to develop healthy habits this year it makes sense to start with...
Foot Care for the Christmas Party Season
Whether there’s an office Christmas party or get-together with friends and family on the horizon, you’re probably looking forward to letting your hair down over the next few weeks. The party season is full of fun, but while you’re throwing funky shapes on the dance...
5 Signs of Toenail Problems and What They Mean
Can you remember the last time you had a good look at your toenails? In comparison to fingernails, which are on display most of the time, toenails are all too easily overlooked. Toenails protect the top of your toes with a robust layer of keratin – but they can only...
Podiatry for Sportsmen and Women
For professionals and amateurs alike, foot health plays a massive part in sporting success. In our everyday lives, our feet work hard to support and stabilise our movements, so it’s no surprise that sportsmen and women – those more active among us – can find...