Big Toe Arthritis: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management
By Eva Umoh Asomugha, MD
Arthritis at the base of the great toe (also known as hallux rigidus) is a wear-and-tear condition of the cartilage...
Read morePlantar Fasciitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
By Eva Umoh Asomugha, MD
The plantar fascia is a broad ligament (a band of soft tissue that runs from bone to bone) that spans...
Read moreHealth Benefits of Foot Massage and Reflexology
By Ingrid Beverly, NASM-CPT
The feet work hard every day. They not only help in locomotion but also bear the weight of the body....
Read moreGout: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
By Anishka Rolle, MD, FACR
Gout is a type of crystal-related inflammatory arthritis that mostly manifests as an acute attack but can also cause chronic arthritis....
Read moreWhat Causes Weakness in Legs and When to See a Doctor
By Anthony Dugarte, MD, CSCS
Your legs have to carry the entire load of your body and they are bound to run out of steam...
Read moreBunions: Causes, Symptoms, and Medical Treatment
By Farid Quraishi, DPM
A bunion, also known as hallux valgus, is a foot deformity in which the big toe deviates laterally, causing a...
Read moreItchy Feet at Night: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
By Lady Paula DeJesus, DPM, FACFAS, FACPM
An itchy foot is an unpleasant sensation on your feet that urges you to scratch. A number of reasons can...
Read moreHome Remedies to Relieve Foot Pain
By Vikram Garg, MD, MS
Foot pain is a common problem that often limits your mobility and causes difficulty in walking, thus interfering with your...
Read moreFoot Pain: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
By Vikram Garg, MD, MS
The foot bears various stresses throughout the day while supporting the weight of your whole body. When combined with various...
Read moreHow to Prepare for a Fast and Safe Recovery After Foot Surgery
By Lady Paula DeJesus, DPM, FACFAS, FACPM
How Can You Fast-Track Your Recovery After Foot Surgery? Foot surgery recovery can be major or minor based on the...
Read moreHow to Soothe Itchy Feet at Night
By Lady Paula DeJesus, DPM, FACFAS, FACPM
An itchy foot refers to an urge to scratch your feet. This discomforting situation may stem from various reasons, such...
Read moreWhat to Expect From Ankle Replacement Surgery
By Lady Paula DeJesus, DPM, FACFAS, FACPM
Ankle replacement surgery involves substituting a damaged ankle joint with an implant. This procedure assists in eliminating persistent pain and...
Read moreFlatfoot Surgery: Procedure, Risks, and Recovery
By Lady Paula DeJesus, DPM, FACFAS, FACPM
A typical foot should have an arch so that the middle of the foot does not touch the ground when...
Read moreRed Spots on Feet: Causes and How to Treat Them
By Lady Paula DeJesus, DPM, FACFAS, FACPM
Spots of redness on feet are most likely a reaction to something such as allergens and insect bites, a fungal...
Read moreBunion Surgery: Procedure, Risks, Complications, and Recovery
By Lady Paula DeJesus, DPM, FACFAS, FACPM
The medical term for a bunion is hallux valgus. It is characterized by a bump on the side of the...
Read moreWhat Causes Leg Weakness and Ways to Recover, Explained by an Orthopedic Doctor
By Tejbir Singh Pannu, MD, MS
Leg weakness is usually a symptom of an underlying condition rather than a medical condition itself. It refers to a...
Read moreHome Remedies and Self-Care Tips for Gout
By Anishka Rolle, MD, FACR
Uric acid is a common metabolic waste product formed during the breakdown of certain chemical compounds called purines, typically found...
Read moreHow to Strengthen Weak Legs
By Anthony Dugarte, MD, CSCS
People who are prone to weakness in the legs should adopt a multifaceted approach to build back their muscle strength....
Read moreHow to Get Rid of Foot Odor
By Farid Quraishi, DPM
While foot odor may be an annoying and embarrassing problem, it may sometimes be a symptom of a more serious...
Read moreBunions: Self-Care and Foot Exercises
By Farid Quraishi, DPM
A bunion is a bony protrusion at the base of the big toe that can cause a lot of pain...
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