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Craig Payne

Member since: Aug 16, 2020
Published articles: 486

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Can You Use Kinesio Tape for Bunions?

Bunions, also known as hallux valgus, are a common foot deformity that affects many people worldwide. They are characterized by a bony bump on the base of the big toe that can cause pain, discomfort...

Articles > Health & Fitness > Diseases & Conditions Mar 20, 2023
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Can You Use the Vibram Five Fingers As Running Shoes?

The Vibram Five Fingers footwear are a type of footwear that was released in 2004 and was designed to fit the foot like a glove with a pocket for each toe, like the gloves. They were initially...

Articles > Recreation & Sports > Track & Field Feb 19, 2021
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Can You Wear Tight Fitting Footwear if You Have Bunions?

Occasionally you need to simply do what you need to do. For those who have a bunion the advice which health care professionals are going to give you is likely to be certain that your footwear is of an...

Articles > Health & Fitness > Diseases & Conditions Mar 21, 2022
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Cancer Misinformation and Its Impacts

Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, with millions diagnosed annually. Yet alongside scientific progress in detection and treatment, a parallel epidemic of misinformation...

Articles > Health & Fitness > Cancer Jul 11, 2026
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Caring for Your Feet on the Trail: Essential Practices for Happy Hiking

Hiking rewards us with stunning views, fresh air, and a profound sense of accomplishment, but few things can ruin a trek faster than sore, blistered, or injured feet. Your feet carry the entire...

Articles > Recreation & Sports > Fitness Jul 25, 2026
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Causes of Painful Corns on the Feet

Corns are localized areas of thickened, hardened skin that form as a natural protective response to repeated friction or pressure. On the feet, they most often appear on the tops or sides of the toes...

Articles > Health & Fitness > Diseases & Conditions Jul 25, 2026
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Charcot's Foot: a Devastating Complication of Diabetes

Charcot's foot, also known as Charcot neuropathic osteoarthropathy (CN), represents one of the most severe and potentially limb-threatening complications of diabetes mellitus. First described in 1883...

Articles > Health & Fitness > Diseases & Conditions Sep 18, 2025
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Choosing the Perfect Hiking Shoes

When embarking on a hiking adventure, the first step is to gain a comprehensive understanding of the terrain you will be traversing. Different landscapes present unique challenges and require specific...

Articles > Recreation & Sports > Extreme Sports Jul 08, 2025
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Choosing the Right Shoes for Bunions

Bunions, medically known as hallux valgus, are a common foot condition characterized by a bony bump at the base of the big toe, often causing pain, swelling, and discomfort. This deformity can...

Articles > Health & Fitness > Diseases & Conditions Aug 23, 2025
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Complications of the Foot in Diabetes

Diabetes is a common problem in society today. The costs to the individual and to society are high. At the same time so much can be done to prevent it and ameliorate the consequences of diabetes. Foot...

Articles > Health & Fitness > Diseases & Conditions Jun 20, 2021
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Congenital Vertical Talus: Understanding the Condition and Available Treatments

Congenital vertical talus (CVT), also known as congenital convex pes valgus or rocker-bottom foot, is a rare rigid foot deformity present at birth. It occurs in approximately 1 in 10,000 live births...

Articles > Health & Fitness > Diseases & Conditions Jul 28, 2026
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Contrails or Chemtrails? the Science Behind the Skies

For decades, people have gazed upward at the white lines streaking across the sky and wondered: Are these ordinary contrails or something more sinister—chemtrails? The chemtrail conspiracy theory...

Articles > Reference & Education > Science Jul 16, 2026
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Covid Toes: a Curious Manifestation of the Covid-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, has presented a wide array of symptoms, ranging from respiratory distress to neurological complications. Among the more peculiar...

Articles > Health & Fitness > Diseases & Conditions Oct 24, 2025
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Dealing with Foot Pain to Improve Your Golf Game

Foot pain in golfers can stem from a variety of sources, often linked to the unique demands of the sport. One of the primary causes is the repetitive nature of the golf swing, which places significant...

Articles > Recreation & Sports > Golf Jul 08, 2025
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Dealing with Mueller-Weiss Disease in the Foot

Mueller-Weiss Disease, also known as Mueller-Weiss Syndrome or and Aseptic Necrosis of the Navicular Bone, is a rare foot disorder that affects the navicular bone, one of the tarsal bones in the...

Articles > Health & Fitness > Diseases & Conditions Oct 31, 2023
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Author Bio

Craig Payne is a University lecturer, runner, cynic, researcher, skeptic, forum admin, woo basher, clinician, rabble-rouser, blogger and a dad.