What’s the Difference Between Bunions and Corns?

Bunions, Corns & Calluses

Foot injuries or deformities that are either not recognized or improperly addressed may lead to considerable functional disability, with a negative impact on quality of life and your ability to perform everyday tasks. Bunions and corns are two common, albeit painful...

The Evolution of Socks and Compression Sleeves

Athlete’s Foot

For decades, socks were just another part of an athlete’s wardrobe. Only in relatively recent times has the importance of socks been fully appreciated by many athletes. This period has also seen the emergence of compression sleeves, first for use in the...

Ways to Fix Rough Heels Safely

Heel Pain

The summer months are brutal on your feet, especially your heels. Wearing flip flops and sandals everywhere you go, with nothing protecting your feet from the elements can leave you with cracked and rough heels that are unsightly, uncomfortable and, in extreme cases,...

How to Protect Young Athletes’ Feet and Ankles as They Grow

Ankle Sprains & Strains

Young athletes have an uncomplicated approach to their chosen activities – they just want to get out there and do their thing. But since their feet are still developing, letting them play without the proper shoes can cause youngsters potentially serious foot and ankle...

3 Ways to Treat Athlete’s Foot

Athlete’s Foot

Your foot starts itching, cracking and even blistering. You made the mistake of walking barefoot in the showers at the gym, or accidentally brushing your foot against someone who has athlete’s foot already. A fungal infection that grows on the skin of your foot,...

How to Protect Yourself from Basketball Injuries to the Foot and Ankle

Ankle pain, Ankle Sprains & Strains

As one of America’s most popular sports, basketball has plenty going for it – it’s fast, exciting, and great exercise. On the flipside, it’s also among the most common sources of foot and ankle injuries. Fortunately, there are things you can do...

Watch Out for These Foot Health Issues During Wrestling Season

Ankle pain, Ankle Sprains & Strains

During wrestling seasons, it’s important to be aware of some of the foot health issues that can arise. Here are three types of foot injuries to watch out for: Skin infections Athlete’s foot produces areas of dry, red scaly skin, which usually cracks and peels....

How to Treat and Avoid the 3 Most Common Football Injuries to the Foot and Ankle

Ankle pain, Ankle Sprains & Strains

How to Treat and Avoid Football Injuries to the Foot and Ankle Welcome to our comprehensive guide on treating and avoiding football injuries to the foot and ankle. In this article, we will explore the three most common injuries that football players experience in...

What Else Could it Be if Not Fungus Under Your Nails?

Infections, Ingrown Toenails, Ugly toenails

Many times, if you have an infection in a toenail, it’s caused by fungus. But there are times when that’s not the case. So what else could it be if not fungus under your nails? Paronychia is a type of infection that affects the area surrounding your toenail. This is...

How to Treat Ankle Sprains

Ankle Sprains & Strains

About 25,000 ankle sprains happen every day – and no wonder. An ankle sprain can happen when stepping on an uneven surface, running and losing your balance or simply moving and suddenly stopping or changing direction. An ankle sprain happens quickly, and more often...