Health chronicles
Pain under the foot: plantar fasciitis or heel spur?
Your foot’s arch is supported by a fibrous membrane called the plantar aponeurosis or plantar fascia. This membrane can become…
4 myths about growing pains in children
Still a relatively obscure phenomenon, the discomfort caused by growing pains can be difficult to decipher. And yet, it is…
How do you treat a sprained ankle?
A sprained ankle is a widespread injury and most people will be affected by it at some point in their…
Prevent bunions in 4 steps
The bunion, or hallux valgus, is a problem that is more common in women, manifesting as a deviation and deformation…
What’s the difference between 2D and 3D foot scanning?
While they are both popular tools for making custom foot orthoses, 2D and 3D scanning techniques are nonetheless quite different.…
How can the podiatrist treat growing pains?
Growing pains usually manifest in leg aches that often occur during the night. This pain can start as early as…
How can you get back into running after an injury?
Runners commonly experience sports injuries. It is estimated that more than 50% of them will suffer at least one injury…
Can I play sports with my foot orthoses?
Custom orthotics are adaptable to a variety of situations. Technological advances, in particular, have made it possible for podiatrists to…
Common and plantar warts
Both are associated with the human papillomavirus (HPV), but the common wart and plantar wart appear in different locations. The…
Which professional should you consult for foot pain?
Most medical professionals will tell you that good musculoskeletal health directly depends on your feet. But who should you trust…
Cavus feet: pain and treatments
Have you perhaps noticed a bump on the top of your feet, and it’s getting bigger and bigger? Are your…
Flat feet: tips to exercise without pain
Do you regularly do a sport like running, walking, or skiing? Then you probably know that a great deal of…