Plantar fasciitis is a condition that affects two million people per year. It is possible for individuals with plantar fasciitis to live life without experiencing heel pain from the condition. Those suffering from heel pain should ensure they are wearing supportive... Read more
Have you ever gotten up from a chair or out of bed in the morning, and upon taking that first step, feel like your heel has stepped on a tack? Many people experience a feeling of sharp pain which radiates into their arch from their heel and which does not allow them... Read more
French Olympic gymnast, Samir Ait Said snapped his leg when he tried to land his vault. He remained on the floor for several minutes before receiving assistance from medical personnel. It was revealed that he suffered a broken fibia and tibia due to the fall. The... Read more
Foot and ankle injuries are common among people who participate in sports. Several factors contribute to this. They include failing to stretch or warm up properly, not wearing the proper type of shoe and not taping or providing other types of support for the ankle or... Read more
Approximately one fourth of American adults have foot pain.For those who have arthritis, their chances of suffering from foot pain increases. Fifty percent of Americans over the age of 65 suffer from arthritic foot pain. There are different types of arthritis that a... Read more