What is Morton’s Neuroma? A Morton’s Neuroma is a thickening of the tissue that surrounds the nerve leading to the toes. The condition most commonly develops between the 3rd and 4th toes. How to Identify/Diagnose? Pain or a burning feeling in the ball of the foot or toes that increases during physical activity (especially runnin). […]
Restless Leg Syndrome Linked with Increased Risk of Heart Disease
A new study connects restless leg syndrome with an increased risk of heart disease. The study was conducted by the Nurses’ Health Study and led by Dr. Yanping Li of Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. Li found that patients who suffered from restless leg syndrome for three years or longer were at an increased […]
Hiker Documents Ankle Fracture in Video Diary
A video diary of a 21-year-old Colorado college student detailing her time stranded in the Wyoming mountains with a fractured ankle has gone viral. Watch the video. The star of the video, Lexi DeForest, was hiking with her friend when she attempted to jump across a gorge, fell 8 feet, and fractured her ankle. Her […]
How to Prevent & Treat Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails are one of the most common foot issues people have. They are very easy to prevent if you know how to take care of your feet. Ingrown toenails are quite painful. They occur when the nail grows into the side of the toe. They are most common in the big toe. The most […]
