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Debunking the Heel Spur Myth: What’s Really Causing Your Heel Pain Unless your healthcare provider has X-ray vision like Superman (complete with cape and outside underwear), they can’t diagnose a heel spur just by looking at your foot. Only an X-ray can confirm if a heel spur is present, and…
Read MoreWomen’s footwear and heel pain It’s no surprise-women’s feet face different challenges than men’s, particularly due to footwear choices. While this is a generalisation, men often wear more practical and comfortable shoes in the workplace, while women-especially in certain professions-may feel pressured to wear high heels or other unsupportive footwear.…
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What is Morton’s Neuroma? Morton’s Neuroma is a painful nerve condition that affects the forefoot, specifically between the metatarsal bones. Despite its name, a Morton’s Neuroma is not actually a tumor but rather a fibrous thickening of nerve tissue, often caused by repeated compression or irritation. When the metatarsal bones…
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There is a lot of information about ankle injuries, specifically inversion ankle sprains, there is very little information regarding the usefulness of an ankle brace compared to strapping tape as a preventative measure to reduce ankle injuries. Doing nothing is not a good idea As expected, players that took…
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Do I need surgery for my ingrown nail? What is an ingrown toenail? Ingrown toenails can be extremely painful and debilitating and even minor problems can quickly flare into something much worse if left untreated. At Waikato Podiatry Clinic we have treated thousands of ingrown toenails successfully over many years…
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