When the foot rolls excessively inward the result is overpronation. This creates poor alignment and increased pressure that contributes not only to foot and ankle problems but also to the knee, hip, and back injuries.
Read MoreThe sesamoid bones carry a lot of weight in their location in the ball of the foot, where they experience all the pressure and stress from walking and exercising.
Read MoreHeel pain can come on suddenly, and one of the primary ailments that is responsible for causing heel pain is plantar fasciitis.
Read MoreIf you are experiencing severe pain in your toe bones or in the ball of your foot, especially when exercising or walking, it could be a sign of an inflammatory condition called metatarsalgia.
Read MoreCorns and calluses can be particularly painful skin conditions that frequently affect the feet.
Read MoreHaving the feeling that your feet are burning can be very unnerving, to say the least. Peripheral neuropathy, which is often brought about by a poor diet, is a primary cause of that burning foot feeling.
Read MoreSeveral types of arthritis can affect joints, muscles, and bones throughout the body, and can often be more pronounced in the feet and ankles causing pain, swelling and stiffness.
Read MoreSome injuries to the top of the foot may require immediate attention, while other problems may be caused by systemic diseases.
Read MoreOne of the interesting aspects of your foot structure is the arch, and there are a variety of ailments that can cause or contribute to arch pain.
Read MoreYour feet and ankles are susceptible to a similar condition that occurs on the posterior tibial nerve in the tarsal tunnel which occupies a space inside the ankle bone area.
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