Speed is important for any website and even more important for an ecommerce website. The slower a site the more people that give up and leave the site before they buy and you lose profits. For...
Chilblains, also known as perniosis or pernio, are a common yet often overlooked skin condition that arises from exposure to cold, damp environments. Unlike frostbite, which occurs in freezing...
Your arches are your body’s built-in shock absorbers. They distribute weight, stabilize your gait, and help you push off with every step. But arches aren’t one-size-fits-all. Some are high and rigid...
Barefoot running, the practice of running without traditional cushioned shoes or in minimalist footwear that mimics being shoeless, has gained popularity as a way to reconnect with natural human...
Pain in the big toe that hurts when walking is mostly common due to osteoarthritis and is often given the term more commonly known as hallux rigidus if the joint is really rigid or hallux limitus if...
Interdigital maceration is a common skin condition characterized by the softening and breakdown of skin between the toes, often leading to discomfort and increased susceptibility to infections. This...
While running is a great way to get fit and help with a healthy lifestyle, it is not without it risks and a number of runners can get an overuse injury each year that can be enough to stop them...
Calluses are a common problem on the feet. The most common cause of a callus is excessive pressure on the area. Due to the pressure the skin becomes thicker to protect itself. Eventually the skin...
Podiatry (or what used to be called ‘chiropody’) felt is a commonly used padding material to treat a wide range of problems in the feet. The podiatry felt is a natural material that is semi-compressed...
One thing you find in the running community is a lot of myths and misconceptions regarding training, running injury and running shoes. This results in a lot of bad advice being given by those...
The concept of a "foot detox" has gained significant popularity in wellness circles, promising an easy way to rid the body of accumulated toxins through the soles of the feet. Proponents claim that...
Infants are born with flat feet. Its not a problem and is quite normal. A of that flatness is due to a fat pad that is in the arch. The proper arch of the foot should start to form as the child starts...
Foot binding, a centuries-old Chinese custom that involved tightly wrapping young girls' feet to alter their shape and size, represents one of the most extreme examples of cultural beauty standards...
Mad cow disease, scientifically known as Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE), is a fatal neurodegenerative disorder that primarily affects cattle. This prion disease captured global attention in...
In a world increasingly aware of gender norms and their impact on child development, the question of whether boys should play with Barbie dolls sparks heated debate. Barbie, introduced by Mattel in...
Author Bio
Craig Payne is a University lecturer, runner, cynic, researcher, skeptic, forum admin, woo basher, clinician, rabble-rouser, blogger and a dad.