Monthly Archives: May 2014

Types Of Toe Splints

The effects of alcohol and drug addiction on the U.S. economy is substantial. Combined costs for health care, criminal processing and worker productivity are more than $500 billion a year. So far, solutions to these problems have seen inconsistent results. … Continue reading

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Conditions & Treatments

1998 Olympic Gold Medalist severely damaged two discs in her lower back from repeated high-altitude jumps. Listen in as she shares her story of fighting back against the odds to overcome this painful injury just two years before becoming America’s … Continue reading

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Foot Pain And Ways To Treat It

Orthotics is the other name of the Orthotic Insoles or Shoe Inserts that are used inside the shoes so as to correct the functioning of the feet. Their need arises when the improper biomechanics of walking or running result in … Continue reading

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Cold Thistle

Gout is a form of arthritis, gout is characterized by sudden pain, redness, swelling and stiffness. These symptoms usually occur in the large joint of the big toe. Gout can form in the foot, ankle, or knees. It is caused … Continue reading

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Bunion Surgery (Hallux Valgus)

It is found that heredity factors of Hallux Valgus play an important role in the pathological process of this condition. One of the medical experts, Coughlin, discusses this issue in his research on etiology and treatment of Hallux Valgus. He … Continue reading

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Hammertoe Surgery

The podiatrists were earlier known as chiropodists. Lewis Durlacher was one of the notable chiropodists who provided treatment to Queen Victoria and many other important personalities. Podiatrists are doctors who deal with problems related to the feet and ankle. It … Continue reading

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HALLUX VALGUS (Part II)

Now, all of a sudden the boney growth on the outside knuckle of that big toe begins to hurt and it’s painful to the touch or to walk with shoes on. Then, it starts looking hideous. Who do you call? Ghostbusters? … Continue reading

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All About Toe Pain

There are two types of corns. Tough corns are the most common sort. They are caused primarily by ill-fitting shoes and toe distortion. They generally develop on the tops and suggestions of the toes and on the sides of the … Continue reading

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Hammer Toes, Claw Toes, And Mallet Toes

Our California insurance bad faith lawyers have found all too often that the insured may blame himself for not thinking of the toe infection and hospital visit years ago and his failure to include it on his insurance application or … Continue reading

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Sore Or Tired Feet Make Walking Miserable

In the summer, I try to go barefoot outdoors as much as possible, which naturally removes the calluses. Of course I have to pay attention to where I’m walking, but the lawn and driveway are pretty safe and it’s nice … Continue reading

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