For many people, sore, achy feet can be bothersome after walking long distances. But for others, dealing with chronic ankle or heel pain is an everyday occurrence.To help relieve pain or discomfort in ...

Foot exercises can help prevent foot or ankle pain while also strengthening feet and improving flexibility. Big toe stretches, toe splays, Achilles stretches, and sand walking may be beneficial.

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) often impacts your ankles, with many individuals experiencing foot and ankle issues early in the disease. Prompt medical care is key to slowing progression with appropriate ...

As a foot and ankle surgeon, Dr. Barak understands that the body is interconnected. “I take a thorough head-to-toe history ...

Many veterans make the transition out of the military and into the law enforcement profession, but learn that the PT tests will be different and challenge them in a way they were not in the military.

Which are the best solutions for top-of-foot pain? Foot pain is part of life for a lot of athletes, but it’s still a major problem that should be addressed. Pain on the top of the foot is tricky ...

Flat feet are surprisingly common and often harmless. But if the condition is causing you pain, these flat feet exercises can help. Arm day, leg day… foot day? When you’re working up a sweat, your ...

IS OUR FOOTWEAR, BUT THAT SWITCH CAN REVEAL PROBLEMS CREATED OVER TIME BY A LACK OF SUPPORT. DOCTOR VAN DEN PATEL ORTHOPEDIC, FOOT AND ANKLE SURGEON AT MERCY MEDICAL CENTER, SAYS SOME PATIENTS DEVELOP ...

Causes of swollen feet and ankles include standing for long periods, excess salt intake, and pregnancy. Swelling of the feet and ankles can also indicate diseases like obesity, heart failure, and ...

Your ankles might seem like an unlikely place for your body to send important health messages, but swelling in your feet and ankles can be one of the earliest warning signs of serious medical ...