The ankle joint is a very important joint that allows you to have proper mobility. When it starts hurting for no apparent reason and it’s slowing you down, you’re very likely feeling frustrated. You’ll start to wonder what I did and what can be done about it.
Arthritis is a very common problem in the foot and ankle area and can occur in different locations. Because the foot has so many bones, there are many joints that can become painful. Symptoms First, it is important to understand what the symptoms of arthritis are. Symptoms tend to present as a deep, dull type…
As a podiatrist, we often recommend orthotic devices as they can be of great benefit for the wearer. Before we dive into the benefits of wearing orthotics, let’s answer the question of what an orthotic is, from a podiatrist point of view. In today’s world, it seems like everyone is marketing their orthotics. You see…
The name “restless legs syndrome” does not do the severe nature of the condition justice as it has been said that 10% of the population suffers from restless legs; and out of those, half have it severely. Restless leg syndrome is also known as Willis-Ekbom disease and is twice as common in female patients. Here…
On My Feet All Day As a kindergarten teacher for many years, Grace was used to being on her feet all day. “I was busy,” Grace says, “And I just didn’t have time to address all my aches and pains.” Grace had pain in her big toes, but she ignored it and kept up with…