Keeping your feet healthy is no easy task, but it can get a little easier if you know how to prevent some common problems. Today, we discuss five foot maladies and how to prevent them. 1. Blisters Blisters are pretty common for avid runners, but they can make it painful to work out. To prevent blisters, […]
Dr. Silverman Answers Your Foot Questions
We had a lot of foot-related questions come in to our blog this weekend, so instead of responding to our readers individually, we thought the responses could make a good blog post. If you have a question for Dr. Silverman, submit it in the comments below. Below are some questions from our readers. Q: Five weeks […]
Half of All Ankle Sprains Occur While Playing Sports
Nearly half of all ankle sprains occur while a person is playing sports, according to data from the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. Moreover, basketball is far and away the most dangerous sport for ankle injuries, as more than 40 percent of ankle sprains occur on the hardwood. Here’s a closer look at the data: […]
5 Tips For Preventing and Treating Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails are a small injury that can cause a lot of foot pain. An ingrown toenail occurs when your toenail presses horizontally into the flesh of your toe, instead extending forward as it’s supposed to grow. Preventing ingrown toenails is ideal, but you can also treat them once they set. Below, we share five tips […]
5 Tips To Prevent Blisters
Blisters are the natural enemy of any athlete who exercises on a regular basis. Blisters can be minor, or they can cause crippling pain. Today, we share some tips on how to prevent and deal with problematic blisters. 1. Wear the Right Shoes – Blisters are caused by friction when something rubs against a certain […]
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