Active Podiatry Blog Posts

Plantar Plate Tear. Your questions answered.

Plantar Plate Tear. Your questions answered.     Introduction: Plantar plate tear is a common injury that affects the ligament in the ball of the foot, leading to pain, instability, and discomfort. This injury which almost nobody will have heard of (unless you have had it!)  is actually quite a common foot  problem that I…

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Turf Toe – What is it?

Turf toe

Turf Toe – What is it?   Turf toe is a common sports injury that affects the big toe joint. It is caused by a sprain to the ligaments that attach the big toe to the foot. This injury is commonly seen in athletes who play on artificial turf, hence the name “turf toe.” However…

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Common Causes of Forefoot Pain

An athlete with foot pain sitting on grass

Common causes of forefoot pain   Pain in the forefoot can be a common and debilitating condition, affecting people of all ages and lifestyles. There are several possible causes of forefoot pain, ranging from acute injuries to chronic conditions. Here are some of the most common causes.   Metatarsalgia: Metatarsalgia is a general term to…

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How to recover from a Marathon

How to recover after a Marathon So you’ve done it! You’ve completed the Marathon. Whether it is your first one or your 10th, crossing the finish line after 26.2 miles of running is an amazing achievement and puts you in an elite group of runners worldwide who have achieved this challenge.It is also true that…

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Is it ok to run when I am injured?

  We’ve all seen the memes and cartoons doing the rounds of social media, and it’s become a bit of a trope amongst injured runners but, joking apart, it’s a fair question isn’t it? When can I run again is first and foremost on the mind of any runner who is unable to run due…

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Cold feet? What might it mean for your running and overall health?

Cold feet and cold hands are an issue with Winter running and general outdoor exercise. As you will have found out if you put on too many layers before venturing out, your body core warms up quite quickly once you get going, leaving you a bit hot and bothered after the first mile! It is…

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What are the chances of rupturing your Achilles?

  A question I am often asked by patients presenting with Achilles tendon pain is, “Will my tendon snap if I keep running on it?” In fact fear of Achilles tendon rupture is one of the main reasons that active people stop exercising after an Achilles tendon injury. But are those fears justified? As always,…

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A Guide to Choosing Winter Walking Boots

Thinking of getting into some Winter walking but not sure which boots to get? Here is a rough guide to selecting the right walking boot. Size Two things to bear in mind. Firstly, make sure there is some wiggle room for your toes. Your feet will expand as you walk so boots that are too…

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What Are Corns & Calluses?

                    What is a callus? Calluses are a normal diffuse thickening of the skin of the foot in response to generalised pressure on the skin. If they are not uncomfortable they are best left alone as they do offer some protection. Gentle filing of any rough…

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How to avoid repetitive strain injuries when running

  Repetitive strain injuries are the most common type of injury in running. The nature of running is repetitive involving a similar footstrike pattern over time and distance. This repetitive strain to the musculoskeletal system can increase the risk of injury over time and distance.   So how can you reduce the risk of repetitive…

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