Monthly Archives: May, 2014

Plantar Fasciitis & Ankle Pain

And don’t think that treating pain always requires rest – my pain went away in concert with the biggest ramp-up of mileage in my life! Rest can definitely be helpful in overcoming acute pain, but it doesn’t necessarily resolve the underlying cause – you need to get at the root of the problem if you …

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Types Of Toe Splints

It might be used temporarily to cultivate hip movement in individuals who use a lot of arm and shoulder movement in walking, but the tendency to immobilize the pelvis during stride would defeat that purpose. A movement maneuver called, “The Athletes’ Prayer for Loose Calves,” frees tight calves, imparts spring-in-the-step, and improves foot contact with …

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Heel Spur Causes And Its Effects

Medical experts say that there is nothing to worry about when it comes to heel pain but the pain itself is too much thus the need for plantar fasciitis treatment. So what is this term Plantar Fasciitis? Well, it is pain that is brought about by the overuse of the arch tendon. It is also …

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How To Get Relief From Bunion Pain

The most common cause of hallux valgus is poorly fitting shoes, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Shoes with a tight toe box that push the toes together can lead to the formation of a bunion. High-heeled shoes are the worst for this condition. In fact, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons state …

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What Actually Causes Hammer Toe And Foot Corns

Initially, a hammer toe is flexible and can be treated and corrected with simple measures, but if it is left untreated, the toe becomes fixed and will require surgery to correct. Corns or calluses form on the top of the middle joint or on the tip of the impaired toe and causes pain when the …

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Natural Home Remedies On Heel Spur That You Should Know

What are the symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis? You will feel pain which can run underneath your heal. A common spot for pain from this condition is 4 centimeters in front of your heel. This area may feel tender. As with heel spur symptoms, pain may be experienced after long periods of inactivity. Heel spurs do …

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