While sweating can be a good thing for the body, excessive sweating known as hyperhidrosis can become problematic. Hyperhidrosis occurs when the body excessively sweater more than what is necessary to regulate body temperature. A common occurrence in both males and... Read more
Hyperhidrosis of the feet, also termed plantar hyperhidrosis, is characterized by excessive sweating of the feet that is can be onset by any cause, such as exercise, fever, or anxiety. Most people suffering from hyperhidrosis of the feet also experience hyperhidrosis... Read more
Plantar fasciitis is a condition in which a ligament of the foot, called the plantar fasciia, becomes inflamed and irritated, causing pain throughout the foot and heel. Plantar fasciitis is known to commonly affect those who have high arches and flat feet. Those who... Read more
The plantar fascia is a connective tissue in the heel that stretches across the bottom length of your foot. Plantar fasciitis occurs when the connective tissue becomes inflamed, causing heel pain and discomfort during physical activity. Although the condition is... Read more
Corns and calluses can become annoying if they grow to become irritating. Corns and calluses form as a result of constant rubbing and pressure on the feet. Calluses are usually flat bumps while corns are thick and circular. When treating your corns and calluses, make... Read more
Corns are thickened areas on the skin’s surface, to the point of being irritating and sometimes painful. Commonly found on the feet, corns are circular or cone-shaped.They develop where there are areas of pressure or friction, such as on the little toe when it rubs up... Read more
If you have Morton’s neuroma, then you may experience numbness or pain in your feet. Morton’s neuroma is described as a cyst that develops on your toes from repeated pressure. The cyst can cause pain and swelling, and if not treated, can change your gait. Morton’s... Read more
Morton’s Neuroma, also called Intermetatarsal Neuroma or Plantar Neuroma, is a condition that affects the nerves of the feet, usually the area between the third and fourth toe. Neuroma refers to a benign growth that can occur in different parts of the body.... Read more
Greater trochanteric pain syndrome affects about 10 to 25 percent of the population, of which symptoms include lateral hip pain. The syndrome seems to affect women more than men, and older individuals are more prone to the condition. The treatment options for greater... Read more
Shockwave therapy is one treatment optionfor plantar fascia, a condition that causes heel and foot inflammation and pain. This type of injury is often caused by overworking the feet.Heel pain is most common in people that exercise often, individuals who are... Read more
