New research out of Australia suggests that stiff shoe inserts may be helpful for individuals dealing with osteoarthritis of their big toe joint. For the study, researchers divided a group of 100 individuals with osteoarthritis of the big toe into two groups. One group received a stiff carbon fiber shoe insert while the others received […]
How To Heal Foot Pain While Remaining Active
One of the biggest hindrances to treating and recovering from certain foot conditions is that fact that you pretty much need your feet in order to get around. If you’re dealing with problems like an ankle sprain, a stress fracture or plantar fasciitis, it can be difficult to heal quickly if you’re intent on staying […]
Why Drinking Water Is Beneficial For Your Feet
Water has whole body benefits, but is also affects specific areas of your body, like your feet. Now, drinking a lot of water isn’t going to prevent ankle sprains, but water certainly plays a role in overall foot health. Below, we take a closer look at how drinking a healthy amount of water can be […]
Someone Stepped On My Toe – Is It Broken?
Whether you’re dancing at a wedding or trying to tackle a running back on the football field, there are plenty of instances where your feet are in close proximity to other’s feet. If you’re not careful, you can get stepped on, and if a large portion of their weight is concentrated on your toe, you […]
3D Printed Foot and Ankle Implants Successful in Surgery
A new study published in Foot & Ankle International suggests that advancements in three-dimensional printing have allowed surgeons to use custom-made implants for difficult or unique foot and ankle surgeries. The advancement in 3D technology means patients now have a new avenue to treat lower extremity pain and deformities. For their analysis, researchers at Duke University’s […]
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