Solving children’s foot pain

Posted on: 22 January 2016

Achilles tendinopathy occurs when scar tissue surrounds the tendon that attaches your calf muscles to your heel bone. The scar tissue prevents your foot from moving as freely as it normally would and the condition can worsen if left untreated. Here's an overview of the causes, symptoms and treatment options: Causes Poor running technique, which can cause you to land unevenly Engaging in high-impact exercise and sports without supportive footwear Excessive strain on your heel as a result of collapsed foot arches Exercising too intensely Certain types of arthritis, such as ankylosing spondylitis, which can damage your tendons due to loss of joint stability and strength Symptoms [Read More]

Posted on: 30 March 2015

As winter rapidly approaches, people prepare to hide their feet away, keeping them warm for in thick socks, boots and slippers. To ensure that your feet stay healthy over the winter months, let's looks at a six top tips to keep your feet both toasty and in peak physical condition. Keep moisture at bay Boots are great all-purpose footwear option in winter; they keep your feet warm and dry while sloshing through mud or running in the rain. [Read More]

Posted on: 25 March 2015

If you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes you're at risk of developing peripheral neuropathy, which can cause damage to the nerves in your feet. This can leave you unable to feel if you have a blister or cut on your foot, and untreated broken skin can quickly turn into ulcers that are prone to infection. Diabetics are also at risk of poor circulation, which can occur if you develop narrowed arteries as a complication of your diabetes. [Read More]

Posted on: 24 March 2015

If you are pregnant and experiencing foot pain, leg cramps or varicose veins you are not alone. Use this guide to learn more about your foot health during this important nine month phase and benefit from some suggestions to alleviate your discomfort. Understand Why Foot Problems Develop During Pregnancy During pregnancy, as the body prepares for child birth, hormones are released that cause the ligaments of the feet to relax. Your additional weight also creates a different stance that puts extra pressure on your feet. [Read More]