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When Your Walk Speaks Volumes: A Closer Look at Gait Abnormalities

Most people may be surprised to learn that our individual manner or pattern of movement when we walk – referred to as our “gait” – can be as uniquely identifying to us as our fingerprints.

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Stop Blisters in Their Tracks: Prevention, Treatment, and Care

We’ve all had them — the painful, fluid-filled bubbles that show up after a long walk in new shoes or a day of standing on our feet. Blister...
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Recognize and Address Lingering Ankle Pain After Workouts

Whether you're lacing up your sneakers for a run, pushing through a high-intensity workout, or wrapping up a game of pick-up basketball, som...
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Bone Bruise or Something Worse? When to Worry & What to Do

If you've recently bumped, twisted, or landed hard on your foot and you're still dealing with pain or swelling days later, you might be wond...
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Custom Orthotics: Are They Worth It?

If you’ve ever browsed the foot care aisle looking for relief from heel pain or sore arches, you’re not alone. Many people try over-the-coun...
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Plantar Fasciitis: A Fresh Look at Proven, Conservative Care

Plantar fasciitis is a leading cause of heel pain, impacting people of all ages and activity levels. While new therapies often make headline...
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Advantages of Stem Cell Therapy for Foot and Ankle Pain

Foot and ankle pain can significantly impact your quality of life, limiting mobility and causing discomfort in everyday activities.
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Foot Symptoms You Should Never Ignore - and What They Mean

Can your feet predict other health problems? Your feet do a lot more than just get you from place to place—they can also tell you a lot abou...
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The Surprising Connection Between Foot Pain and Lower Back Pain

Is Your Foot Pain Causing Your Back Pain? You wake up, take your first few steps of the day, and there it is—foot pain. Maybe it's a sharp a...
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Ingrown Toenails: Why They Happen & How to Stop Them

Ever had that sharp, throbbing pain on the edge of your toe that just won’t go away? You might think it’s a minor issue, but an ingrown toen...