Plantar’s warts: painful and contagious Veiled in myth and superstition Warts are the subject of more myth and superstition than any other skin condition. In Mark Twain’s 1876 classic, The Adventures of Tom…
Severe Foot Pain: Gouty Arthritis A chronic condition by any other name Gout, gouty arthritis, podagral, or the disease of kings―no matter what you call it―is a painful systemic medical…
Avoid Toenail Fungus Avoid Toenail Fungus Toenail fungus or onychomycosis is a condition that affects about 14 to 20 percent of the population. In fact, according to Prevention about 50% of all…
Compression Hosiery Although it may look like any other type of sock or stocking, compression hosiery provides subtle but significant medical benefits compared to its conventional counterparts. How compression hosiery…
What To Do About Ingrown Toenails Ingrown toenails occur when the corner or the side of your toenail begins growing into the soft flesh of your toe. This usually occurs…
Bunion Surgery – What to Expect Deciding on a surgical treatment can feel like a big step. When it comes to bunion surgery, make it a big step in the…
How to Keep Your Feet Warm this Winter When you are bundled up for outdoor winter weather yet your feet still feel cold, it can really affect your overall sense…
The Importance of Diabetics Having their Feet Checked Regularly Among the many body parts requiring attention for proper diabetes management, the feet too need regular assessment and care. By monitoring…
Want Fungus-Free Toenails This Spring? Begin Now! Want Fungus-Free Toenails This Spring? Begin Now! It’s wonderful to finally bare your feet in spring and summer after a chilly winter season.…
What Causes Foot Fungus What Causes Foot Fungus You may have seen the cartoon character ‘foot fungus’ created by advertisers of antifungal creams. While this paints a colorful picture of…
