Heel spurs are small growths which occur on the underside of the heel. The growth –a calcium deposit, can extend forward as much as half an inch, making it difficult to walk without pain. While the spurs themselves are not painful, they can cause pain to the heel. Causes Heel spurs are calcium deposits that develop over the course of […]

The bone in your heel is the largest bone in your foot. This bone has an important job to do –to support the rest of your body. With so much weight pressing onto your feet, it’s important that they’re in top condition –and able to provide proper support to the rest of your body. There are many causes for heel […]

Plantar fasciitis is the leading cause of heel pain. The plantar fascia is the flat band of tissue that connects your toes to your heel bone and supports the arch in your foot, and plays an important part in allowing you to walk. If your plantar fascia is strained it becomes weakened or inflamed –causing pain in your foot or […]

Flat feet, also known as acquired flat foot disorder is a condition in which the arch of the foot has not developed as normal. When this happens, the arch in the foot which runs along the sole of the foot is either flattened or lowered. This condition can occur in both of the feet or just one foot. While flat […]

Plantar warts, also known as veruca or veruca plantari, are hard growths which grow on the base of the foot. These warts are usually located on the heel or toes, and get their name from their location since the sole of the foot is known as the plantar aspect of the foot. Plantar warts are common warts, and are most […]

While fairly common, ingrown toenails can be extremely painful. Ingrown toenails (onychocryptosis) generally affect the big toe, and while they are most commonly caused by an injury, ill-fitting shoes, or improper foot care –almost anyone can get an ingrown toenail. If you suspect that you have an ingrown toenail, it’s important to seek treatment as quickly as possible to help […]

With the summer months upon us, most of us are breaking out our sandals and flip flops. Feet are one of the most neglected parts of the body –until the sun comes out that is. When the summer months arrive, people expect their feet to be in perfect condition, but unfortunately –this isn’t always the case. After spending months in […]

Common Causes of Foot Pain: Treatment and Prevention With the amount of pressure that’s put on our feet every day, it is not uncommon to have minor foot pains from time to time. While minor aches and pains after a long day on our feet is normal, this doesn’t mean you should ignore foot pain. In some cases, foot pain […]

With the summer months upon us more people are heading outdoors to get some extra exercise in the form of running. While running is a great way to get and stay healthy, sometimes injuries can occur, specifically to the foot and ankles. While some injuries occur without warning, and aren’t always preventable, in many cases, a number of common injuries […]

Hammertoes are a common and painful deformity that is most common in the three middle toes. Hammertoes are toes that appear to be permanently bent. This condition can make it painful to walk, as well as present other foot conditions.  Hammertoes are generally most common in people with diabetes or poor circulation but can be caused by footwear that doesn’t […]