Pityriasis versicolor Pityriasis versicolor, also known as tinea versicolor, is a common fungal infection of the skin. It is caused by an overgrowth of a type of yeast called Malassezia, which is naturally found on the skin’s surface. Symptoms Tinea versicolor signs and symptoms include: Patches of skin discoloration, usually on the back, chest, …
Choosing the Right Cleats for Young Athletes Football cleats are specialized footwear for football players. They help to support a player’s foot type whilst playing sports on various surfaces which tend to be either grass or turf. The centering of the heel studs in football cleats which are directly under our heel bone can …
B12 Shots For Neuropathy – Is it helpful? Neuropathy can manifest in various forms, from tingling and numbness to sharp, shooting pains. The nerves’ impaired ability to transmit signals can significantly impact one’s quality of life. Causes of neuropathy in the foot include diabetes, kidney disease, having had chemotherapy, (also known as Chemotherapy Induced …
Lung Cancer Awareness Month and how it shows up in our feet Lung Cancer Awareness Month is observed in November each year to raise awareness about lung cancer, its prevention, early detection, treatment and support for individuals affected by the disease. During this month, various health organizations, advocacy groups and medical professionals emphasize the …
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Retrocalcaneal bursitis Retrocalcaneal bursitis is the inflammation of the bursa located between the Achilles tendon and the heel bone (calcaneus). The bursa serves to reduce friction between these structures, allowing smooth movement of the Achilles tendon during ankle motion. Causes of Retrocalcaneal Bursitis: Overuse or Repetitive Stress: Activities that involve repetitive movements of the …
Intermetatarsal bursitis Intermetatarsal bursitis refers to the inflammation of the bursae located between the metatarsal bones in the foot. Bursae are small, fluid-filled sacs that cushion as well as reduce friction between bones, tendons and muscles. In the foot, intermetatarsal bursae are situated between adjacent metatarsal heads (the bones in the middle part of …
Sciatica linked to our feet Sciatica is nerve pain from an injury or irritation to your sciatic nerve. In addition to pain, it can involve tingling or numbness in your back that may also radiate down your leg. Sciatica usually affects one side of your body and can range from a mild ache to …
Some facts about foot drop This week to come we celebrate National Philanthropy week with the climate world wide never have we needed more philanthropists to enrich our world. For all their hard work our feet too walk on average just over 5000 steps per day and there are many things that go awry …
Toe-Tapping Grades of Bunion! It’s Guy Fawkes Night! Remember, remember, the 5th of November – a night where history with fireworks illuminating the night skies none other than Guy Fawkes Day! Tonight we might be standing for long hours watching out door displays and for those of us with bunions even simple standing can …
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‘Shocktober’: Are my toenails part of the Halloween scheme? Why is it that a black or green toenail(s) can occasionally be seen after a pedicure? And not even on a spooktastic night such as Halloween in two days time? It might just be from a bacterial infection. We should be aware of their presence …
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