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Taping For Plantar Fasciitis Plantar Fasciitis occurs when the plantar fascia ligament, running from the heel to the toes and supporting the arch of the foot, sustains strain or tears. This condition can cause severe pain in the heel of the foot making walking and...

Foot Pain Relief During Pregnancy Foot pain can be common among pregnant women. This may be a result of the added weight that is gained from the growing fetus, and the feet may become swollen and achy. There are simple methods that can be implemented which can...

Signs of Peripheral Artery DiseasePeripheral artery disease, PAD, is a circulatory condition that affects the lower limbs and feet, among other extremities. It is the result of a buildup of fat and plaque in the artery walls that restricts blood flow. Signs that...

Do You Suffer From Painful Feet?Painful deformities, such as hammertoes, can be treated. Stop living with foot pain, and have beautiful feet again! The information provided in this article is not meant to be medical advice and is for educational purposes only. If...

Toenail Fungus and Nail Polish The extent to which an individual wears nail polish on their toenails may have some effect on how susceptible they are to developing toenail fungus. For example, a person shouldn't wear nail polish on their toenails at all times...

Buerger Disease Buerger disease is a condition where the small and medium blood vessels in the arms and legs become inflamed and blocked, resulting in vasculitis. The blood flow is reduced to the affected areas of the body and tissue damage can ensue. Symptoms of...