What is a Bunion? A bunion is a knot that forms on the outer side of your big toe joint when the bone or tissue of the big toe joint moves out of place, making your big toe turn in and push against the next toe. Bunions are often red, swoll...
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Our late president George H.W. Bush had a love for both colorful and fashionable socks. As a matter of fact, he owned quite an impressive co...
If you notice foot and ankle swelling, don’t ignore it. It may be caused by something simple, but it could also be more serious. Here are so...
When the base of your big toe becomes swollen and results in a large bump, you may have a bunion. Over time, bunions can lead to arthritis a...
Overview A hammer toe is a condition in which the toe has an unusual bend in the middle joint. Experts attribute the unevenness to the muscl...
Proper running shoes should not be a reserve of the ‘elite’ runners. Casual joggers, workout enthusiasts, and walkers could all benefit from...
The short answer is Yes. Yes, you should you should go to the doctor if you suspect your toe is broken. When you drop a weight on your toe o...
A study by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) states that about 14% of the U.S. population suffers from onychomycosis ...
Diabetes may cause nerve damage or neuropathy in your feet as a result of reduced circulation. The nerves that are most affected by diabetes...
Even though the big toe is relatively small by comparison to the entire body, it can cause big pain if something isn't right. Here are 5 rea...
