A compartment syndrome is a problem in athletes when the fascia that surrounds muscles are tight. During exercise muscles expand, so if the fascia is tight the expanding muscle can cause pain. There are a number of treatment options for compartment syndromes, but most often they need surgery to release the tight fascia so that Continue reading →
Corns on the toes are common and can be very painful. Corns form in response to too much pressure on a small area, such as the top of the toes or ends of the toes. More often than not the pressure is due to the fitting of the shoes, but the shape of the toes Continue reading →
What is the first thing that most new parents do? Is it count the number of fingers and toes? It is always the feet and hands that get checked early. One thing that the doctor checks for is clubfoot. This is a problem in which the foot points downward and inwards and always shows up Continue reading →
The foot in children is growing rapidly, so for future foot health it is important that nothing interfere with that normal development. Footwear can play a significant role in the normal development of the foot and also inhibit that normal development. Footwear for kids needs to be designed and issued in such a way as Continue reading →