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Diabetic Foot Ulcers Cause Foot Pain A diabetic foot ulcer is a serious complication of diabetes, characterized by a sore or wound on the foot that is slow to heal. These ulcers often develop due to poor blood circulation and nerve damage, common in diabetic...

Diagnosing Heel PainDiagnosing heel pain in adults involves a thorough evaluation by a podiatrist to determine the underlying cause. Common conditions include plantar fasciitis, which causes pain on the bottom of the heel, and Achilles tendinitis, which affects the...

Non-Diabetic Foot UlcersNon-diabetic foot ulcers are open sores or wounds that occur on the feet, typically due to poor circulation, pressure, or injury. Unlike diabetic ulcers, these wounds are not directly caused by high blood sugar levels, but can still lead to...

Plantar Warts and Effective Relief MethodsPlantar warts are benign growths that appear on the soles of the feet due to an infection from the human papillomavirus, or HPV. They can cause discomfort and pain, making walking or standing difficult. These warts have a...

Are Bunions Affecting Your Everyday Life?Have you noticed a bony protrusion on the side of your big toe? If so, you may have developed the foot condition known as a bunion. Don't let bunions interfere with your daily activities. The information provided in this...

Relief Options for Morton’s ToeMorton's toe is a hereditary foot condition where the second toe appears longer than the first due to a shorter first metatarsal, which is the bone behind the big toe. This anatomical difference shifts pressure to areas of the foot...