An uncontrolled urge to move one’s legs is referred to as restless legs. This can happen while trying to sleep, while traveling or any time the legs are at rest. There is no known test to diagnose the problem; instead, the foot and ankle surgeon considers the individual’s h...
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1/10/2018 1:17:58 PM
The most common cause of yellow discoloration in the toenails is a fungal infection. The fungus often develops underneath the nail, resulting in it becoming thick, raised and yellow in color. Other potential causes for yellow discoloration of the nail include diabetes mellit...
/conditions/yellow-toenails
1/10/2018 2:18:39 PM
Foot Care for Those Living with Diabetes This newly released video is a great resource for patients dealing with diabetes and offers foot care tips, conditions to watch out for and how to check their feet for any issues that may cause complications if not treated early. For...
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6/29/2021 11:09:53 AM
Obesity is an ever-increasing problem in American society. Currently, up to one third of the U.S. population is considered obese, defined as a body mass index greater than 30. Although it seems obvious, many studies have found a direct link between increased BMI and foot prob...
/conditions/obesity-and-your-feet
1/10/2018 12:39:33 PM
Your feet and ankles take a beating when you are playing softball. Softball players should be aware of the following risks: Ankle sprains may occur while running, fielding balls and stepping on or sliding into bases. Sprains should be evaluated by a foot and ankle su...
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1/10/2018 1:44:16 PM
What Is Deep Vein Thrombosis? The blood supply of the leg is transported by arteries and veins. The arteries carry blood from the heart to the limbs; veins carry blood back to the heart. The leg contains superficial veins, which are close to the surface, and deep veins, wh...
/conditions/deep-vein-thrombosis-(dvt)
1/10/2018 11:37:19 AM
Remember the Importance of Diabetic Foot Care Prepare Your Feet for Autumn Hikes Avoid Injuries When Playing Indoor Sports
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6/7/2016 8:48:39 PM
Watch for Heel Pain After Coming Out of Hibernation Keep Kids’ Feet & Ankles Safe During Spring Sports Foot Fractures Can Signal Osteoporosis Take the Foot Push-Up Test
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3/22/2017 1:30:18 PM
Five Tips For Healthy Holiday Feet Don't let sore, achy feet ruin your holiday season. The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons offers five tips for healthy holiday feet. (View Full-Size Version) If the shoe fits, wear it. When hitting the dance flo...
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12/6/2017 5:37:10 PM
Don't Let Bunions Become a Pain How to Avoid Running Injuries Travel Trips for Preventing Deep Vein Thrombosis Watch Out for Heel Pain
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6/30/2022 12:27:33 PM
What Is Calcaneal Apophysitis? Calcaneal apophysitis is a painful inflammation of the heel’s growth plate. It typically affects children between the ages of 8 and 14 years old, because the heel bone (calcaneus) is not fully developed until at least age 14. Until then, new ...
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11/8/2017 2:45:23 PM
What Is Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a disease in which certain cells of the immune system malfunction and attack healthy joints. RA causes inflammation in the lining (synovium) of joints, most often the joints of the hands and feet. The signs of in...
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1/10/2018 1:21:03 PM
Whether an athlete is a recreational, competitive or elite runner, foot and ankle health is essential for optimal performance. Runners are susceptible to overuse injuries, including heel pain (plantar fasciitis) , Achilles tendonitis , sesamoiditis , stress fractures , p...
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1/10/2018 1:31:40 PM
What Is the Plantar Fibroma? A plantar fibroma is a fibrous knot (nodule) in the arch of the foot. It is embedded within the plantar fascia, a band of tissue that extends from the heel to the toes on the bottom of the foot. A plantar fibroma can develop in one or both fee...
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7/28/2021 1:22:10 PM
Barefoot running is running while barefoot, without wearing any shoes on the feet. Running in thin-soled, flexible shoes is related but differs in some ways. Minimalist-style running is comparable to barefoot running in that the shoe gear aims at protecting the bottoms of the...
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11/8/2017 2:45:15 PM