Osgood-Schlatter Disease is a childhood repetitive-use injury that causes a painful lump below the kneecap. It is also known as apophysitis of the tibial tubercle. The condition is a very common cause of knee pain in children and young athletes usually between the ages of 10 and 16. A It occurs due to a period of rapid […]
Many adult foot problems have their origins in childhood. During the first year of a child’s life their feet grow rapidly, reaching almost half their adult size. By 12, a child’s foot is about 90 percent of its adult length. This is why podiatrists consider the early years to be the most important in the […]
What is Sever’s Disease? Sever’s Disease, otherwise known as calcaneal apophysitis is an inflammation of the growth plate in the heel of growing children, typically adolescents. The condition presents as pain in the heel and is caused by repetitive stress to the heel and is thus particularly common in active children. Sever’s Disease or Calcaneal […]
Read about the latest non-invasive, pain free treatment for ingrown toenails – bracenfixTM What are Ingrown Toenails? Ingrown toenails are common, often painful and can result in inflammation and infection. Ingrown toenails can develop due to nail shape, cutting technique, infection or trauma to the nail. In many cases the problem can be recurring so […]
Blisters are a small pocket of fluid in the upper layers of skin caused by pulling and tugging on the skin from an external cause. This can be from your socks, shoes, moisture or even from ill-placed tape. Not only are blisters painful, but they can stop you from participating in the activities you love. […]
How Diabetes Affects Your Feet Many diabetics experience problems with their feet so adequate foot care is essential to reduce the risk of complications. The Foot and Ankle Clinic helps diabetics maintain healthy feet by providing ongoing foot care programs and treatment where necessary. Diabetes can affect your feet in a number of ways if […]
What is Achilles Tendinopathy? Achilles Tendinopathy occurs when the achilles tendon degenerates and becomes inflamed. The tendon can swell and may cause pain. This condition is common in athletes, runners and patients who have calf tightness. Achilles tendinosis may occur in the middle of the tendon. This is known as midsubstance achilles tendinosis. It may […]
Do you have an ankle injury? Ankle injuries are extremely common. The most common ankle injury is a sprained ankle, but ankle pain can have numerous sources. Ankle pain that results from traumatic injury is often thought of as sports injuries. But you don’t necessarily have to be an athlete or even a social sportsperson to twist […]
What is the foot arch? Your arch is comprised of your tarsal and metatarsal bones, along with supporting ligaments and tendons. Touch the top of any one of your toes and trace the bone down to the center of your foot. Your fingers will eventually trace a bone called your metatarsal. Attached to your toe […]
Looking After Your Feet Your feet are like wheels on a car. If they are incorrectly aligned and left untreated, then other body parts will wear out unevenly and not function properly. This leads to pain and injury. Feet are the base support for our entire body. Give feet professional care and attention. This is […]
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