Craig Payne

A gait analysis is an assessment technique often used by clinicians to analyse the way that their clients walk or run. The purpose of it is to assess if the gait is contributing to any problems that...

Chilblains, also known as pernio, are a common condition that occurs due to the exposure of the skin to cold temperatures. It causes redness, itching, and swelling in the affected areas, such as the...

A Joplin’s Neuroma or neuritis is an entrapment or pinching of what is called the medial plantar digital nerve. This never provides sensation to the medial side and parts of the top and bottom of the...

A common reason for shooting pains in the foot is what is called a Morton's Neuroma which can be painful and often debilitating disorder involving the small nerves in the forefoot. The neuroma is a...

The top of the foot has occasionally been referred to as the "saddle" as it is thought to resemble the back of a horse where the saddle might go. There is particular deformity or lump that can develop...

There is a condition called a tarsal coalition in which two of the bones in the tarsal region (rearfoot) of the foot are abnormally fused together. This tarsal region of the foot includes seven bones...

Trench foot is a serious condition of the foot that is not very common these days that results from your feet being kept wet for longer periods of time. Historically, trench foot first gained...

Injury in sport is common and this can be a significant problem especially in professional sports as it affects the ability to play. One reasonable common injury is what is called turf toe. This is an...

An accessory navicular is an extra bone or piece of cartilage in the arch of the foot that may or may not cause problems. It is also referred to as an os navicularum or os tibiale externum. It is...

Bunions or hallux valgus are a common problem and usually surgery is the only way to get rid of them. This does not mean that any pain cannot be managed without surgery and that might involve splints...

Ankylosing spondylitis is a long term chronic inflammatory disorder that primarily affects the spine but joints of the legs and arms can also be affected leading to inflammation in the joints and...

Atrial fibrillation (AFib for short) is a common and potentially life-altering cardiac arrhythmia that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by irregular and often rapid heartbeats...

The most common cause of heel pain in adults is plantar fasciitis, but up to 20% of cases of chronic heel pain could be a nerve entrapment called Baxter’s neuritis. The two often get confused and can...

Charcot’s foot is one of the many complications that can occur in those with diabetes mellitus. The higher blood glucose levels that occur in diabetes affect many body systems such as the eye, kidneys...

Chi Running is a mindful running technique that blends the principles of Tai Chi with running to promote efficiency, reduce injury, and enhance the overall running experience. Developed by Danny...