Craig Payne

Development and growth in children follows a predictable pattern and they will ordinarily develop the ability to sit up, stand, walk, and speak at predictable ages with a certain amount of typical...

Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition that is often difficult to diagnose as the symptoms often mimic those of many other conditions. The true cause of the symptoms is important so that proper...

Plantar fasciitis is a very common and often debilitating condition characterized by inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of the foot, connecting the...

Sever's disease, also known as calcaneal apophysitis, is a common condition that affects the growth plate at the back of the heel bone in children and adolescents. It is assumed to occur during occurs...

Toe walking is a relatively common concern in children, and it is important to address it as early as is possible to prevent potential long-term issues with gait and posture. Treatment for toe walking...

Hammer toes are commonly seen by podiatrists as they can be a source of pain in the foot. A hammer toe is a term that is commonly used to describe any type of toe deformity, but a hammer toe is a...

A stress fracture of the navicular bone in the foot is not a common stress fracture but can be quite disabling to an athlete when it occurs. A stress fracture is an overuse injury that occurs to bone...

A Tailor's bunion, also known as a bunionette, is a reasonable common bony bump that forms on the outside of the foot, near the bottom of the small toe. This could turn out to be inflamed with a...

The human foot is a marvel of biomechanical engineering, bearing the weight of the entire body and facilitating movement. Central to this functionality is the plantar fat pad which is a soft tissue...

Foot odour, scientifically termed bromhidosis, is a common yet disagreeable condition that affects men and women of every age group and backgrounds. This problem comes from the interaction of...

Interdigital maceration of the foot is a condition that occurs when the skin between the toes becomes excessively moist and soft due to prolonged exposure to moisture. This condition is commonly...

Leg cramps are defined as the involuntary contraction of a single or a group of muscles and we have all probably experienced at least one. The sudden onset of the pain from the cramp, especially in...

Poor circulation in the feet and legs can affect people of all ages and backgrounds and is a common problem. It can lead to various health issues and discomfort. Circulation is essential for the...

Pain in the knee of runners is the most common overuse injury that runners get. Making up to around 25% of the injuries. It is more common in females compared to males. The name that is typically...

Sesamoiditis is a condition characterized by inflammation and pain in the small sesamoid bones. These bones are two small, pea-shaped and sized bones located beneath the base of the big toe in the...