Pain associated with the middle toes of the foot is most likely Metatarsalgia. This painful foot disorder results in swelling and inflammation of the joints and bones making up the ball of the foot area. Other symptoms can include sharp pain behind the toes in the ball of foot area. Pain increases with any activity that causes weight transfer to the toes, running, walking, jumping, or standing on hard surfaces for extended periods. (more…)
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The Best Spenco Insoles For Comfort and Relief
Thursday, August 5th, 2010Many of us already are aware of the benefits wearing replacement Orthotics have for our foot and overall health. We seek out a good quality Insole to provide extra cushioning and support because we lead very active lives or our job requires us to stand all day, walk all day or generally do things that abuse our feet. (more…)
Morton's Neuroma: A painful condition that is preventable
Friday, May 15th, 2009Morton’s neuroma occurs in a nerve in the foot, often between the third and fourth toes. The condition involves a thickening of the tissue around one of the nerves leading to the toes. A neuroma is caused by repeated friction and pressure on the nerve, which in turn causes the nerve to scar and become thicker, the result is numbness, tingling, or burning between the toes. Pain or burning also may shoot backwards up the foot into the leg. Ordinarily, there are no outward signs of this condition. (more…)
Shin Splints
Tuesday, April 21st, 2009Shin splints refer to leg pain between the knee and ankle that is caused by damage or inflammation of those tendons and muscles. It’s important to visit your doctor to rule out fractures if the stress is severe. (more…)
IT Band Syndrome
Thursday, March 5th, 2009Over-pronation may cause pain on the lateral (outer) side of the knee, lateral thigh, or lateral hip. This pain may be IT Band Syndrome. The degree of discomfort can range from a dull aching to a sharp stabbing pain, and it is usually not localized but covers a large area.
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