A Pain In The Foot: Caring For Your Feet

  • 3 Changes to Your Running Routine that Could be Causing Shin Splints

    6 June 2018

    Medically known as medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS), shin splints is a condition that's characterized by pain in the front and back of the shin bone. This condition is common in new runners who have not yet adopted a running technique that does not exert pressure to the tibia. If you have been running for a long time and know how to balance the load on your feet, suffering from shin splints may come as a surprise.

  • If you have pain in your heel when you get out of bed in the morning, you might have plantar fasciitis. This foot condition is a

    26 March 2018

    If you have pain in your heel when you get out of bed in the morning, you might have plantar fasciitis. This foot condition is a common complaint among runners and other active people, although it sometimes affects even people who don't exercise regularly. Flat feet, tight calves, and unsupportive footwear can all increase your risk of this condition. If you suffer from heel pain that is worst first thing in the morning, here are three things you can try to gain relief.

  • Indicators That Your Ingrown Toenail Requires Medical Attention

    9 January 2018

    Having an ingrown toenail is a discomfort most people will develop at some point in their lives. However, a misconception that a significant number of individuals have is that the ingrown toenail will simply rectify itself. Although sometimes this condition can go away on its own, in other cases it can become the bane of your existence. Not only would it steadily become unsightly, but also it can severely impede your mobility, as any pressure applied to it would cause you extreme discomfort.