Recognizing the signs of Charcot foot
What is Charcot foot? Charcot foot (pronounced shar-koh) is a condition that affects bones in the foot, primarily in patients…
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Deep vein thrombosis: Symptoms and risk factors
Why is a blood clot in the leg so serious? Your blood is carried through the body by your veins…
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Dealing with chronic ankle instability
Common symptoms of chronic ankle instability Those with chronic ankle instability often find that only one ankle is affected, although…
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Toes: Anatomy, function, and common injuries
Toe anatomy Each of your toes is made up of several structures found throughout the body. They have bones, nerves,…
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How to treat calf pain and tight calf muscles
The calf is made up of two muscles, the gastrocnemius and the soleus, which are attached to the Achilles tendon…
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Dealing with sweaty, stinky feet
Causes of excessively sweaty or smelly feet The feet have more sweat glands than nearly any other part of the…
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Recognizing and treating childhood foot and leg fractures
Children’s feet continue to grow The bones of the feet, ankles, and other parts of a child’s body rapidly change…
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The importance of ankle health
When functioning properly, the ankles support 1.5 times your weight when you are walking or standing, and eight times your…
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Exercise and the aging person
Leading a sedentary lifestyle, particularly in your later years, creates a vicious cycle of chronic illness and diseases such as…
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