Playing sports involves quick repetitive movements, constricting footwear, and/or increased exposure to injury or trauma. During the fall season of sports, there is an increase in ankle injuries among young athletes. Playing football, soccer, and volleyball can lead...
Summer is the a great time to take that vacation you have been thinking about! Vacations take a lot of planning and preparation, but aside from planning your activities and lodging, there are also certain things you can do to avoid foot pain while vacationing! Painful...
School is finally out for the summer for most of us! Summer is a great time for playing sports, swimming, and soaking up the sun on a sandy beach. However, all of these activities can put feet more at risk for injuries, especially in children. There are some ways that...
April is Foot Health Awareness Month! Did you know that 25% of all of the bones in your body are in your feet? When one of these bones are out of alignment, it can cause issues throughout your entire body! The average person will walk approximately 115,000 miles in a...
Winter seemed to come a bit late this year! However, before you know it the sun will be shining a little more and spring sports will be starting. The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) wants to remind parents and coaches that as young athletes...
Ingrown toenails are a common problem, especially among kids and teenagers. Ingrown toenails occur when the corners or sides of the toenail dig into the skin, often causing infection. If left untreated, they may become sore, red, and infected and the skin may start to...
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