Ice sports are popular as a means of recreation, socializing, getting fitter and also as a competitive sport such as speed skating, figure skating and ice hockey. Specialized equipment and specialized...
Metatarsalgia is a commonly used term for pain in the forefoot, however the term is pretty useless. Metatarsalgia literally means pain around the metatarsals in the forefoot and as a diagnosis it...
Niagara Falls has captivated humanity for centuries, drawing millions of visitors annually and cementing its status as one of the planet’s most iconic natural wonders. Straddling the border between...
A gait analysis is a process used to assess the way you walk or run. It involves examining the movement patterns of your body, particularly your legs and feet, to identify any abnormalities or...
The ankle joint is one of the more important joints in the body for movement. Imagine trying to move the body forward over the foot if the ankle joint did not move. It is not impossible, but it is...
The big toe joint is an important joint for normal biomechanics and walking. When we are walking and the foot is flat on the ground, that big toe joint needs to bend as the heel comes off the ground...
In the modern world, where hard surfaces dominate our walking environments and sedentary lifestyles are increasingly common, foot health often takes a backseat. Yet, our feet are the foundation of our...
Dry skin on the feet is a common problem and there are many ways to treat that but probably the weirdest is the use of fish to eat away at the dead and dry skin. A number of pedicure spas are offering...
Running shoes come in a wide variety of different designs that are not just different based on the colour. They can have different amounts of cushioning, different amount of heel height and different...
Our feet are among the most important parts of our body, yet they often go unnoticed until they hurt. We rely on them daily, whether walking to work, standing for long hours, or engaging in physical...
Author Bio
Craig Payne is a University lecturer, runner, cynic, researcher, skeptic, forum admin, woo basher, clinician, rabble-rouser, blogger and a dad.