Posts Tagged ‘foot pain’
Heel That Pain – Plantar Fasciitis
What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar Fasciitis, or Plantar Fasciopathy, is a repetitive strain injury to the thick band of connective tissue, called the Plantar Fascia, which runs underneath the foot and gives extra support and stability when standing and walking. As it is a major load bearing structure of the foot it is predisposed to…
Read MoreAre you sure it’s your Achilles?
Recently I have had a couple of runners call in, both claiming to have problems with their Achilles tendon, and in both cases it wasn’t that at all! Very reasonable assumptions from them as the pain was in that area, but a careful taking of the injury history followed by a detailed examination revealed…
Read MorePlantar 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…
Read MoreCommon Causes of Forefoot Pain
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…
Read MoreTop tips for walking in hot weather
Top Tips for Hot Walks Top tips for hot walks Not everyone wants to be a beach bum when on holiday in a hot climate, and there is some stunning scenery to be explored in many holiday destinations such as Spain, Greece and Italy. Recent tragic stories in the news have reinforced the need to…
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