For most people, the summer months are the time to spend time prepping your feet to be seen. But just because you aren’t going to be wearing sandals too much during the winter months doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take some time preparing them for the cooler months ahead. Chilly weather can be hard on your feet, so it’s important to […]
With the summer months drawing to a close, you might assume the days of pampering our feet are also behind us as well. We don’t mind spending countless hours giving our feet attention and care during the summer, but when winter comes the care goes out the window as our feet get stuffed into boots, not to be seen outdoors […]
All too often, we leave our feet in sweaty shoes for long periods of time, leaving our feet susceptible to skin conditions that can develop over time. By knowing what to look for, though, and how to treat these conditions, you can prevent them from getting worse or becoming painful. Eczema and Rashes Sweaty feet can cause rashes and even […]
Ankles are often neglected, but are an important part of everyday life –providing flexibility and allowing you to perform many everyday tasks. From walking to running, jumping and dancing, your ankles have a big role to play in almost every standing activity that you do. Whether you have accident-prone ankles, ankles that are weak, or are just looking for ways […]
It’s no secret that the best treatment for many common foot issues is prevention. Of course, while some conditions can’t be prevented ahead of time, in many cases, giving your feet some much needed attention can help to stave off a number of painful foot conditions down the road. With this in mind let’s take a look at some tips […]
We are all aware of the importance of building muscles and exercising routinely. Strengthening our muscles is important; but what about your feet? While your feet are an often-overlooked part of the body –it’s worth spending some time exercising and stretching them, to keep them strong and flexible, and reduce your chance of injury. The muscle groups in your two […]
Your Achilles tendon attaches your calf muscle to your heel bone. It is responsible for helping you jump, walk, and run. Often, though, overuse of this tendon can cause painful inflammation known as Achilles tendinitis. In many cases, rest and home treatments can help reduce the swelling and allow you to get on with your normal activities –although in some […]
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It affects the thick band of tissue, your plantar fascia –that connects your heel bone to your toes. This thick band runs across the bottom of your foot, and in normal conditions it acts as a shock-absorber to the arch in your foot. Unfortunately, though, small tears can […]
Dry cracked feet can be painful and uncomfortable. If left untreated, these cracks can also allow bacteria to get in, leading to infections, making the pain and discomfort even worse. If your feet are excessively dry and cracked, the good news is that there are things that you can do to help your feet, even once they’ve reached this point. […]
Most people end up with dry skin on their feet at some point or another. In some cases, though, this condition goes beyond simple dryness, sometimes resulting in more serious dryness, as well as flaking and peeling. While there are a number of things that can cause dry and peeling skin, in some cases, there could be an underlying issue, […]