Tips For Reducing Your Heel Spur Pain
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14 February 2017
If you experience heel pain and notice that the sensations are sharp and stabbing, then you may have a bone spur condition. Bone spurs can be problematic for some individuals, especially for those who place a great deal of pressure and stress on their feet. The spurs are not typically hooked or pointed like the name implies. They are smooth in nature and develop as extra bony growths. While the growths are smooth and often small, some bone spurs are bigger and place significant pressure on the soft tissues of the foot.
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2-Step Home Remedy For Getting Rid Of Your Toenail Fungus
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6 February 2017
If you have problems with recurring toenail fungus, you may wonder if there is anything you can do at home to get rid of it before having to visit your podiatrist. If so, try the following two-step home remedy using natural ingredients to kill the growth on and around your toenail beds.
Step 1: Soak Your Feet In A Homemade Solution
This first step involves soaking your feet in a homemade solution that includes baking soda and lavender oil.
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Three Easy Exercises You Can Perform To Help Restore Fallen Arches
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18 July 2016
Flat feet caused by what is known colloquially as fallen arches is a common, but painful condition. Medical intervention is often required to treat fallen arches, and it can include a variety of modalities including over-the-counter pain relievers, orthotics, and even surgery in some circumstances.
However, the good news for those with fallen arches is there are several easy-to-perform exercises that can alleviate associated symptoms and strengthen the muscles that support your feet.
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Fashionable High-Heeled Boots: Are They Causing Your Chronic Ankle And Calf Pain?
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27 August 2015
If you suffer from chronic ankle and calf pain and wear high-heeled boots all the time, keep reading. Although there's a lot of information about the dangers of wearing high-heeled sandals, dress shoes and stilettos for your feet and back, you might not hear too much about boots. High-heeled boots place a great deal of stress on your lower body. You develop pain and inflammation in your bones, joints and soft tissues because of the stress.
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