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Foot Pain at Night and Why Symptoms Worsen After Dark

Discover why foot pain often intensifies at night and how understanding the causes can lead to better sleep and lasting relief.

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When Heel Pain Is More Than Plantar Fasciitis

Recognizing Achilles Tendonitis, Haglund’s Deformity & Other Heel Pain Causes
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Protecting At-Risk Feet: Routine Inspections Prevent Injury

If you live with diabetes, nerve issues, or have ever dealt with foot wounds, you know how easy it is to ignore a small blister, cut, or sor...
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Barefoot Walking: Good for Posture or Risk for Sprains?

Have you ever thought about kicking off your shoes and walking barefoot around your home or backyard? It sounds freeing and natural, yet is ...
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Understanding Tailor’s Bunions: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options

If you’ve noticed a painful bump near your pinky toe that makes shoes uncomfortable or walking unpleasant, you might be dealing with a Tailo...
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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...
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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...