Foot conditionsPosts and articles about Foot conditionsRunningJennifer FloWhat Does Your Shoe Wear Say About Your Running?As a runner, you know that a reliable pair of shoes is more than just footwear—it's a tool. But did you know these tools hold more than just your weight? They a...Normal EverydayBhashwati Deb BarmaAnkle Pain Without Swelling? Discover the CauseExperiencing ankle pain but don't notice any swelling? You're not alone. Many people share your predicament, often attributing the discomfort to a sprain or a m...Grierson-Gopalan SyndromeJasrah JavedGrierson-Gopalan Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsGrierson-Gopalan Syndrome (GGS) or "burning feet syndrome" is a complex disorder that, while initially appearing to be solely about the discomfort in your feet,...WalkingBhashwati Deb BarmaFoot Supination: Symptoms, Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsOften overlooked, the foot plays a crucial role in our overall well-being. Many foot issues, such as supination, remain unaddressed. Also known as underpronatio...BunionsNitisha SethiBunions: Symptoms, Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsHave you ever noticed a painful bump on the inside of your big toe or a bony protrusion on your foot that's tender to the touch? This common issue is known as a...Peripheral NeuropathyAmy ElderPeripheral Neuropathy: Symptoms, Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsPeripheral neuropathy (PN) is a widespread yet often overlooked condition that can significantly impact the quality of life for millions of people. This broad t...SciaticaAmy ElderSciatica: Symptoms, Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsAre you suffering from persistent pain, numbness, or discomfort in your lower back, leg, or foot? Sciatica, a condition that occurs when the sciatic nerve—the l...GoutBhashwati Deb BarmaGout: Symptoms, Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsGout, a painful form of inflammatory arthritis, results from high serum urate buildup in the blood and causes discomfort and swelling in your joints. Excess uri...OverpronationNitisha SethiOverpronation: Symptoms, Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsAre you struggling with foot pain or difficulty walking, but can't quite pinpoint the cause? It might be time to consider overpronation as the culprit. This com...Fat Pad AtrophyAmy ElderFat Pad Atrophy: Symptoms, Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsAre you experiencing deep heel pain that worsens with activity? Fat pad atrophy, the second leading cause of heel pain after plantar fasciitis, could be the cul...Peripheral NeuropathyJasrah JavedTarsal Tunnel Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsTarsal tunnel syndrome is an entrapment neuropathy that occurs when the tibial nerve, a vital nerve in your leg, becomes injured or compressed as it passes thro...Plantar FibromaNitisha SethiPlantar Fibroma: Symptoms, Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsPlantar fibroma is a rare disease affecting the foot, with fewer than 200,000 cases reported in the US each year. These fibromas may be painful and distressing ...Flat FeetAmy ElderFlat Feet: Symptoms, Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsDid you know that flat feet, a condition where there is no visible arch in the foot, can lead to various problems like arthritis, bone spurs, and shin splints? ...Cavus FootAzka ZaheerPes Cavus (High Arches): Symptoms, Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsPes cavus, a foot condition marked by high arches, leads to pain, discomfort, and balance issues in children and adults. Gaining a deeper understanding of the s...ArthritisAmy Elder7 Best Insoles for Hallux Rigidus and Limitus (Big Toe Arthritis)The right insoles can offload pressure from your arthritic big toe, decreasing its workload and allowing it to rest even when walking and running, making activi...HammertoesRuchita DhavadeHammertoes: Symptoms, Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsHammertoe, also known as contracted or rotated toe, is a common toe deformity where the toe bends upward at the middle joint, causing the toe's tip to slant dow...MetatarsalgiaJasrah JavedMetatarsalgia: Symptoms, Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsDid you know that up to 80% of people may, at some point in their lives, experience pain in the ball of their foot? If you're reading this, chances are you, or ...Heel SpurBenjamin AduwoHeel Spurs: Symptoms, Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsA heel spur or calcaneal spur is a foot condition characterized by a bony outgrowth on the underside of the heel bone. This outgrowth is formed by calcium depos...SesamoiditisRuchita DhavadeSesamoiditis: Symptoms, Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsDid you know that there are bones that don't connect to any other bone? These bones are called sesamoids, and they're only attached to tendons or embedded in mu...Plantar FasciitisAmy ElderPlantar Fasciitis: Symptoms, Causes, Tests, and TreatmentsPlantar Fasciitis (PF) is an inflammation of the thick band of connective tissue (plantar fascia) that runs across the bottom of our feet, connecting the heel b...Fat Pad AtrophyAmy Elder10 Best Shoe Inserts for Fat Pad Atrophy: Revitalize Your FeetFat pad atrophy can make every step painful, but wearing the right supportive insole can replace the natural cushioning you have lost from your fat pads, helpin...CommunityCan insoles help with flat feet or fallen arches during tennis play?Hey there, I have been experiencing some discomfort while playing tennis due to my flat feet. I have heard that insoles can help with this issue, but I am not s...CommunityAre there any foot conditions that are more common in seniors? Hi, I have always taken great care of my feet, but as I age I want to make sure I'm taking the necessary steps to maintain my foot health. Are there any specifi...
