Warts or verrucae are a commonly occurring skin problem. They most commonly occur on the hands and on the feet and can be painful on the feet as you walk on them. There are many different treatments for them, with various success rates for them. The problem with research on warts is that they tend Continue reading →
Diabetes is becoming a significant burden on society in terms of the health care costs and given the obesity epidemic it is only going to get worse. Diabetes had many manifestations that contribute to this burden ranging from increased risk for strokes and heart disease, kidney problems, eye problems and of course, problems with the Continue reading →
The most common cause of pain on the outside or lateral side of the foot is a condition usually called cuboid syndrome. The cuboid is a bone that is about half way down the outside of the foot and acts as a pulley for the tendon of a large muscle on the outside of the Continue reading →
Overpronation or excessive pronation can be a problem that leads to a range of problems, especially in athletes. Overpronation occurs when the ankle collapses inward and the arch of the foot flattens. This creates alignment and weight bearing problems that can be painful if combined with higher levels of sports activity. There are many different Continue reading →