Podiatry: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Foot & Ankle Exercises
Pictures of foot and ankle exercises.
Pictures of foot and ankle exercises.
Morton's Neuroma
Morton's neuroma is a painful condition that affects the foot. Women are more likely to suffer from a Morton's neuroma. Perhaps due to the shoes they wear. Learn more about Morton's neuroma at About.com's podiatry and foot health webpage.
Morton's neuroma is a painful condition that affects the foot. Women are more likely to suffer from a Morton's neuroma. Perhaps due to the shoes they wear. Learn more about Morton's neuroma at About.com's podiatry and foot health webpage.
Bunions
A bunion can be painful and may prevent you from wearing certain shoes and doing certain activities that you would like. Poor-fitting shoes are not always to blame. Learn more about the actual meaning of the word bunion and its causes and treatments.
A bunion can be painful and may prevent you from wearing certain shoes and doing certain activities that you would like. Poor-fitting shoes are not always to blame. Learn more about the actual meaning of the word bunion and its causes and treatments.
Lisfranc Injury
Lisfranc injuries are named after Jacques Lisfranc, a French surgeon in the early 1800s. In the army a lot of the soldiers would get thrown from their horses, but their foot would get caught in the stirrup. This would cause an injury to the middle of the foot. Unfortunately, back then this injury sometimes ended up needing an amputation, and Dr. Lisfranc first described that procedure. Thankfully today amputation is usually not needed. Learn more about Lisfranc injuries.
Lisfranc injuries are named after Jacques Lisfranc, a French surgeon in the early 1800s. In the army a lot of the soldiers would get thrown from their horses, but their foot would get caught in the stirrup. This would cause an injury to the middle of the foot. Unfortunately, back then this injury sometimes ended up needing an amputation, and Dr. Lisfranc first described that procedure. Thankfully today amputation is usually not needed. Learn more about Lisfranc injuries.
Shin Splints Exercises
Photos of shin splints - medial tibial stress syndrome exercises.
Photos of shin splints - medial tibial stress syndrome exercises.
Common Foot Problems
Many different foot problems can affect the foot and ankle. You rely on your feet to get you where you want to go. Learn more about the most common foot problems that can affect your foot and ankle.
Many different foot problems can affect the foot and ankle. You rely on your feet to get you where you want to go. Learn more about the most common foot problems that can affect your foot and ankle.
Bunion/HAV Left Foot
Photo of bunion - hallux valgus on the left foot. Learn more about bunions on about.com's podiatry and foot health site.
Photo of bunion - hallux valgus on the left foot. Learn more about bunions on about.com's podiatry and foot health site.
Warts (Plantar Verruca) on Bottom of Foot
Photo of warts, also known as plantar verruca, on the bottom of the foot.
Photo of warts, also known as plantar verruca, on the bottom of the foot.
Wart (Plantar Verruca) on Bottom of Heel
Photo of a wart, also known as plantar verruca, on the bottom of the foot on the heel.
Photo of a wart, also known as plantar verruca, on the bottom of the foot on the heel.
5 Tips to Fix Your Aching Feet
If you have pain in your feet even before the work day is over, there may be some simple changes you can make that will help get rid of your foot pain. Below are five tips to help fix your aching feet.
If you have pain in your feet even before the work day is over, there may be some simple changes you can make that will help get rid of your foot pain. Below are five tips to help fix your aching feet.
Subtalar Joint
Definition of Subtalar Joint with Photo
Definition of Subtalar Joint with Photo
X-ray Right Foot with Bunion/HAV
Photo of a right foot xray showing a bunion/HAV deformity. Learn more about bunions at about.com's podiatry and foot health site.
Photo of a right foot xray showing a bunion/HAV deformity. Learn more about bunions at about.com's podiatry and foot health site.
How to Give a Foot Massage
Learning how to give a foot massage is not hard. Pounding the pavement day in and day out can take its toll on your feet. Whether you have been standing at a trade show, standing in a research lab or standing at the front of a classroom, your feet need a rest. Learn how to give a great foot massage.
Learning how to give a foot massage is not hard. Pounding the pavement day in and day out can take its toll on your feet. Whether you have been standing at a trade show, standing in a research lab or standing at the front of a classroom, your feet need a rest. Learn how to give a great foot massage.
Close-Up of Warts (Plantar Verruca) on Foot
Close-up photo of warts, also known as plantar verruca, on the bottom of the foot.
Close-up photo of warts, also known as plantar verruca, on the bottom of the foot.
Metatarsophalangeal Joint
Definition of metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) with photo.
Definition of metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) with photo.
High Heels Bad for Body
Wearing high heels can be very fashionable and may make you feel taller, but at what price? High heels can cause some foot problems and exacerbate foot problems that you already have. Your feet are not the only body parts to suffer from wearing high heels. Leg and back pain are common complaints from those who wear high heels. Learn more about how wearing high heels can affect your whole body.
Wearing high heels can be very fashionable and may make you feel taller, but at what price? High heels can cause some foot problems and exacerbate foot problems that you already have. Your feet are not the only body parts to suffer from wearing high heels. Leg and back pain are common complaints from those who wear high heels. Learn more about how wearing high heels can affect your whole body.
Michael Jordan Ankle Tattoo
Photo of a foot with a Michael Air Jordan tattoo. Learn more about ankle tattoos on about.com's podiatry and foot health site.
Photo of a foot with a Michael Air Jordan tattoo. Learn more about ankle tattoos on about.com's podiatry and foot health site.
Multiple Warts (Plantar Verruca) on Foot
Photo of multiple warts, also known as plantar verruca, on the bottom of the foot.
Photo of multiple warts, also known as plantar verruca, on the bottom of the foot.
Tarsal Bones
Definition of tarsal bones with photo.
Definition of tarsal bones with photo.
How to Fit Shoes
Does the shoe fit? Shoes can either help with foot problems or have the potential to cause foot problems. We have come along way since the time of using x-rays to help with fitting shoes. People are no longer subjected to x-ray radiation when trying on shoes. There are several ways to help get your feet into a properly fitting pair of shoes. Learn more about how to fit shoes.
Does the shoe fit? Shoes can either help with foot problems or have the potential to cause foot problems. We have come along way since the time of using x-rays to help with fitting shoes. People are no longer subjected to x-ray radiation when trying on shoes. There are several ways to help get your feet into a properly fitting pair of shoes. Learn more about how to fit shoes.
Fifth Metatarsal
Definition of fifth metatarsal with photo.
Definition of fifth metatarsal with photo.
High Heel Shoes and Sex?
With all of the talk about bunions, corns, hammer toes and neuromas, is there anything good about wearing high heel shoes? The answer might be more interesting than you think. Find out more about high heel shoes and sex.
With all of the talk about bunions, corns, hammer toes and neuromas, is there anything good about wearing high heel shoes? The answer might be more interesting than you think. Find out more about high heel shoes and sex.
Sports Massage
Sports massage is reported to have many beneficial effects in athletes. Sports massage can be used pre-performance, post-performance, during training or for rehabilitation. Athletes of all levels may benefit from sports massage. If you are looking for a way to improve your athletic performance then sports massage may be for you. Learn more about the possible performance enhancing effects of sports massage.
Sports massage is reported to have many beneficial effects in athletes. Sports massage can be used pre-performance, post-performance, during training or for rehabilitation. Athletes of all levels may benefit from sports massage. If you are looking for a way to improve your athletic performance then sports massage may be for you. Learn more about the possible performance enhancing effects of sports massage.
Compartment Syndrome
Pain after an injury is not uncommon, but if the pain seems out of proportion to the injury and there is a significant amount of swelling (edema) you may have a condition called compartment syndrome. Compartment syndromes can be acute (sudden onset) or chronic (long term problem). Learn more about compartment syndromes.
Pain after an injury is not uncommon, but if the pain seems out of proportion to the injury and there is a significant amount of swelling (edema) you may have a condition called compartment syndrome. Compartment syndromes can be acute (sudden onset) or chronic (long term problem). Learn more about compartment syndromes.
Left Foot X-ray of Bunion/HAV
Left foot x-ray showing a bunion/HAV deformity.
Left foot x-ray showing a bunion/HAV deformity.
Plantar Fasciitis
Heel pain is a very common problem that leads to many trips to the podiatrist’s office. A significant number of people will experience heel pain during their lifetime. The most common form of heel pain is known as plantar fasciitis.
Heel pain is a very common problem that leads to many trips to the podiatrist’s office. A significant number of people will experience heel pain during their lifetime. The most common form of heel pain is known as plantar fasciitis.
Calcaneus
Definition of calcaneus with photo.
Definition of calcaneus with photo.
Bunion/HAV Right Foot
Photo of right foot showing a bunion/HAV deformity. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatment options from about.com's podiatry and foot health site.
Photo of right foot showing a bunion/HAV deformity. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatment options from about.com's podiatry and foot health site.
Foot Massage Benefits
Many research studies have reported benefits from foot massage, reflexology and acupressure. Some of the studies have been done well and some not so well and some of the studies have only been done on a small number of people, so the results need to be looked at with caution.
Many research studies have reported benefits from foot massage, reflexology and acupressure. Some of the studies have been done well and some not so well and some of the studies have only been done on a small number of people, so the results need to be looked at with caution.
How to Have Pretty Feet
To have pretty feet, you do not always have to go to the salon. With a small amount of time and effort, you can give yourself a fabulous foot makeover. Set the mood for relaxation by putting on your favorite CD and lighting a candle. It is time to find out how to have pretty feet.
To have pretty feet, you do not always have to go to the salon. With a small amount of time and effort, you can give yourself a fabulous foot makeover. Set the mood for relaxation by putting on your favorite CD and lighting a candle. It is time to find out how to have pretty feet.
Shin Splints
Shin splints are now known as medial tibial stress syndrome. Learn what the causes, signs and symptoms and treatments are for shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome.
Shin splints are now known as medial tibial stress syndrome. Learn what the causes, signs and symptoms and treatments are for shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome.
Proximal Phalanx
Definition of proximal phalanx with photo.
Definition of proximal phalanx with photo.
Do You Need a Podiatrist?
Many times the problems in your feet and ankles go away with time, rest, ice, anti-inflammatories (NSAIDS) and shoegear changes. Sometimes those problems won't go away, and that's when you probably need a podiatrist's help and expertise.
Many times the problems in your feet and ankles go away with time, rest, ice, anti-inflammatories (NSAIDS) and shoegear changes. Sometimes those problems won't go away, and that's when you probably need a podiatrist's help and expertise.
Fibula
Definition of fibula with photo.
Definition of fibula with photo.
Cuboid
Definition of cuboid with photo.
Definition of cuboid with photo.
Forefoot
Definition of forefoot with photo.
Definition of forefoot with photo.
How to Find a Podiatrist
If you are having a foot problem, finding a competent and trustworthy podiatrist (a doctor that specializes in the foot and ankle) is an important step in getting the treatment you need. Information is available to help guide you in choosing a podiatrist. Learn more about this important decision and how to find a podiatrist.
If you are having a foot problem, finding a competent and trustworthy podiatrist (a doctor that specializes in the foot and ankle) is an important step in getting the treatment you need. Information is available to help guide you in choosing a podiatrist. Learn more about this important decision and how to find a podiatrist.
Medial Cuneiform
Definition of medial cuneiform and photo.
Definition of medial cuneiform and photo.
Midfoot
Definition of midfoot with photo.
Definition of midfoot with photo.
Metatarus Primus Varus
Definition of the foot health term metatarus primus varus
Definition of the foot health term metatarus primus varus
Distal Phalanx
Definition of distal phalanx with photo.
Definition of distal phalanx with photo.
Sesamoids
Definition of sesamoids with photo.
Definition of sesamoids with photo.
Tarsometatarsal Joints
Definition of tarsometatarsal joints and photo.
Definition of tarsometatarsal joints and photo.
Bunion
Definition of bunion.
Definition of bunion.
Correct-Size Shoes
So what do you think, are people wearing the correct-size shoes? I think we have all been in a pair of shoes that were either too small or too large at some point in our lives. Foot problems can occur from wearing shoes that do not fit. The following article looks at research studies that attempt to answer the question, "Does the shoe fit?" If you are feeling some pressure from your shoes, learn more about how to fit shoes and foot care.
So what do you think, are people wearing the correct-size shoes? I think we have all been in a pair of shoes that were either too small or too large at some point in our lives. Foot problems can occur from wearing shoes that do not fit. The following article looks at research studies that attempt to answer the question, "Does the shoe fit?" If you are feeling some pressure from your shoes, learn more about how to fit shoes and foot care.
Plantar Wart/Verruca
Definition of plantar wart/verruca with photo. Find out what a foot wart is on About.com's podiatry and foot health site.
Definition of plantar wart/verruca with photo. Find out what a foot wart is on About.com's podiatry and foot health site.
Talus Definition
Definition of talus with photo.
Definition of talus with photo.
Second Metatarsal
Definition of second metatarsal with photo.
Definition of second metatarsal with photo.
Dragonfly Ankle Tattoo
Photo of a foot with a dragonfly ankle tattoo. Learn more about ankle tattoos on about.com's podiatry and foot health site.
Photo of a foot with a dragonfly ankle tattoo. Learn more about ankle tattoos on about.com's podiatry and foot health site.
10 Tips for a Safe Pedicure
Feeling the need for some rest, relaxation and a little pampering? A visit to a pedicure salon may be on your list of things to do. If so, you need to read the following 10 tips before you go.
Feeling the need for some rest, relaxation and a little pampering? A visit to a pedicure salon may be on your list of things to do. If so, you need to read the following 10 tips before you go.
Pregnancy & Foot Pain
With a baby on the way, there are a million things to think about. The last thing you want to worry about when you are pregnant is your feet, but pregnancy can lead to problems that affect your feet and legs. There are things you can do to help stop or lessen the problems. The causes, treatments and preventive tips for common foot problems during pregnancy are discussed.
With a baby on the way, there are a million things to think about. The last thing you want to worry about when you are pregnant is your feet, but pregnancy can lead to problems that affect your feet and legs. There are things you can do to help stop or lessen the problems. The causes, treatments and preventive tips for common foot problems during pregnancy are discussed.
First Metatarsal
Definition of first metatarsal with photo.
Definition of first metatarsal with photo.
Dolphin Ankle Tattoo
Photo of a foot with a dolphin ankle tattoo. Learn more about ankle tattoos on about.com's podiatry and foot health site.
Photo of a foot with a dolphin ankle tattoo. Learn more about ankle tattoos on about.com's podiatry and foot health site.
Rearfoot
Definition of rearfoot with photo.
Definition of rearfoot with photo.
Intermediate Cuneiform
Definition of intermediate cuneiform with photo.
Definition of intermediate cuneiform with photo.
Middle Phalanx
Definition of middle phalanx with photo.
Definition of middle phalanx with photo.
Phalanges
Definition of phalanges with photo.
Definition of phalanges with photo.
Cuneiforms
Definition of cuneiforms with photo.
Definition of cuneiforms with photo.
Hallux
Definition of hallux with photo.
Definition of hallux with photo.
Navicular
Definition of navicular with photo.
Definition of navicular with photo.
Podiatry - Articles
An index of articles for the Podiatry guide site.
An index of articles for the Podiatry guide site.
Fourth Metatarsal
Definition of fourth metatarsal with photo.
Definition of fourth metatarsal with photo.
Third Metatarsal
Definition of third metatarsal and photo.
Definition of third metatarsal and photo.
Ankle Joint
Definition of ankle joint with photo.
Definition of ankle joint with photo.
Compressed Air Foot Massage
Compressed air foot massage was used in a research study to help treat diabetic foot ulcers. Over a lifetime, a person diagnosed with diabetes has a 15 to 25 percent chance of developing a foot ulcer (open sore). Some foot ulcers can take a long time to heal. Compressed air foot massage is not a new treatment, but it has gained attention as a possible way to help decrease the time it takes to heal a diabetic foot ulcer. Learn more about compressed air foot massage.
Compressed air foot massage was used in a research study to help treat diabetic foot ulcers. Over a lifetime, a person diagnosed with diabetes has a 15 to 25 percent chance of developing a foot ulcer (open sore). Some foot ulcers can take a long time to heal. Compressed air foot massage is not a new treatment, but it has gained attention as a possible way to help decrease the time it takes to heal a diabetic foot ulcer. Learn more about compressed air foot massage.
Lateral Cuneiform
Definition of lateral cuneiform with photo.
Definition of lateral cuneiform with photo.
Fascia
Definition of fascia.
Definition of fascia.
Tibia
Definition of tibia with photo.
Definition of tibia with photo.
Podiatry - HowTos
An index of HowTos for the Podiatry guide site.
An index of HowTos for the Podiatry guide site.
Five Amazing Feets
The feet do more than get you where you need to go. Have you ever thought about juggling shuttlecocks with your feet or running on ice? Well, some people have and they do it quite well. In fact, they do it so well they have made it into the Guinness World Records. Learn about more amazing "feets" on about.com's podiatry and foot health site.
The feet do more than get you where you need to go. Have you ever thought about juggling shuttlecocks with your feet or running on ice? Well, some people have and they do it quite well. In fact, they do it so well they have made it into the Guinness World Records. Learn about more amazing "feets" on about.com's podiatry and foot health site.
Rutoside
The definition of rutoside (rutin).
The definition of rutoside (rutin).
Joint - Articulation
Definition of joint with photo.
Definition of joint with photo.
Podiatry - StepBySteps
An index of StepBySteps for the Podiatry guide site.
An index of StepBySteps for the Podiatry guide site.