By Rehan Iqbal If you work on your feet for most of the day, a little bit of pain may be normal for you. In fact, experiencing foot pain is a common complaint for many people. It can be caused by many factors, just as there are various ways to resolve the problem.The good news […]
What is the Difference Between a Podiatrist and an Orthopedist?
By Rehan Iqbal Podiatry and orthopedic surgery have a lot in common. Orthopedic surgeons and podiatrists must attend college or university and medical school, complete a residency and pass a process of licensing and board certification. Many times podiatrists and orthopedic surgeons work together in group practices and in hospital settings. In this article, we […]
Are Crocs Good for Nurses?
By Rehan Iqbal Working in a hospital or other medical facility prohibits nurses from donning Crocs. It stands to reason that nurses should wear shoes that are comfortable, but those who put that priority ahead of their duty to keep patients safe regularly find themselves in peril when wearing Crocs.Nurses can wear Crocs when they […]
What is a Foot Doctor Called?
By Rehan Iqbal A general care provider can look at your feet and provide general care for minor problems. If you have a more serious foot problem or an issue that doesn’t respond well to initial treatment, you need to visit a doctor specialized in caring for the feet.Who is a Foot Doctor?Podiatrist vs. Orthopedist […]
Goga Mat, Memory Foam, Arch Fit or Gel? Which is the Better Insole?
By Rehan Iqbal Insoles are perhaps the most important part of your shoes. The insole is what provides support and cushioning for your feet. Wearing shoes without a quality insole can lead to a myriad of health problems in your feet. Advantages of Goga Mat InsoleAdvantages of Memory Foam InsoleAdvantages of Gel InsoleAdvantages of Arch […]
What are Heel Spurs and What you Can Do About Them
By Konrad Barnes An introspective look into what heel spurs are, what causes them, how they affect you and how you can deal with them. Pain in the heel area of the foot? Is the pain localized to when you wake up in the mornings or after you’ve completed your daily five mile run? Does […]
What Does a Podiatrist Do?
By Rehan Iqbal A podiatrist is a medical specialist (aka: doctor of podiatric medicine or podiatric physician) who has trained to assist with ailments of the feet and lower legs. A podiatrist may also work on an ongoing basis with patients experiencing diseases such as diabetes which causes foot and lower leg complications (e.g. slow […]
Can Orthotics Help With Heel Pain?
By Rehan Iqbal It is very common for athletes, active individuals and senior citizens to experience all sorts of foot pain, especially heel pain. Luckily, this sort of problem can often be alleviated by custom, or even over-the-counter (OTC) orthotics. In this article, we explore the topic of use of orthotics to relieve heel pain. […]
Should You Use Heel Cups or Shoe Inserts for Heel Pain?
By Konrad Barnes Can orthotic devices help treat chronic heel pain?Orthotics have, over the last decade or so, become far more common amongst our running community. I see more and more people using some sort of orthotic device as part of their daily or weekly training schedule. I see them at running clubs, in gym […]
Are Crocs Good for Flat Feet?
By Rehan Iqbal Do you suffer from flat feet? Those who live daily with this characteristic potentially experience a wide range of symptoms from minor, to the most intense side effects you can imagine. Minor aches and pains, including occasional balance problems are associated with flat feet.However, in some cases, more severe issues transpire, like […]
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