At first, you should know that sprained ankle does not just happen to athletes! it can happen to anyone, but athletes are more likely to have it. Ankle sprains account for around 25% of all sports injuries. Risk factors There are factors that may increase the risk of sprained ankle, including: Playing sports. Walking or […]
Did you know that knee pain can happen without accident or injury?! Knee pain is a common complaint that can occur when doing simple activities such as getting up from a chair, walking, or climbing stairs. So, what causes knee pain? Your joints and tissues can tolerate certain amount of activity, and this amount varies […]
A corn or callus is an area of hard skin that develops as a result of increased pressure on that area such as standing or rubbing with shoes, but some people naturally tend to form corns because of their skin type. Facts about corns and calluses: They often appear on feet and hands. Corns are […]
Flat feet are characterized by one or both feet having little or no arch. There is no need to treat flat feet if they are not causing any problem. Usually, it do not cause any problem. Should not prevent you from doing any activities, including sports! Flat feet are rarely a sign of serious diseases […]
Historically, Gout was called the “disease of kings” because they were more likely to have it, due to their eating habits! So, what’s gout? Gout is a common type of arthritis, in which small crystals of uric acid are formed in the body fluids, tissues & joints usually the big toe joint, these crystals are […]
You’ve probably heard a lot about vitamin D’s function in strengthening your immunity and protecting you from illnesses during the last year, but is that all it does? Actually, no, as vitamin D plays a role in promoting your overall health thus, vitamin D deficiency may affect your health & the activities you do since […]
Athlete’s foot or tinea pedis is a fungal infection of the feet, that can affect anyone! but athletes are more vulnerable to have it since their feet are usually sweaty & damp which encourages tinea pedis to grow. Symptoms of tinea pedis include: Redness Cracked skin Stinging Itching Symptoms usually appear between the toes. 9 […]
Your feet deserve special attention, & the podiatrist is the one who can take care of them properly. The podiatrist is a medical professional who specializes in treating abnormal conditions of the feet and lower limbs, as well as helps relieve pain, prevent deformities of the feet & correct them, finally gives the patients tips […]
8 tips to help you relieve heel pain There are many reasons that can cause heel pain, for example it may be caused by wearing tight shoes or exercising too much, so you should choose your shoes carefully.But if you already suffer from heel pain, here is some tips that can help: Rest & raise […]
Did you know that your feet can tell a lot about your health?! For example, joint stiffness might be a sign of arthritis, but numbness could be a sign of diabetes, while swelling may indicate kidney disease or heart disease. Therefore, you should devote part of your time to taking care of your feet, & […]
