Hammer Toe Surgery: Types, Procedures, Recovery, and Risks
The "best" hammer toe surgery is a personalized approach, tailored to the individual's specific condition, the deformity's severity and flex...
By Jordan
Category: Foot Health
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Big Toe Movement: Anatomy, Muscles, Neural Control, and Exercises
Moving your big toe involves a complex interplay of specific bones, the Metatarsophalangeal and Interphalangeal joints, and a combination of extrinsic...
By Hart
Flat Feet: Types, Causes, Permanence, and Management
The permanence of flat feet is not a simple yes or no, as it significantly depends on the type and cause, with many cases being manageable or improvab...
By Alex
Toe Separation: Causes, Concerns, and Strategies for Foot Health
Toe separation often indicates changes in foot structure or mechanics, commonly influenced by footwear, muscle imbalances, bunions, or natural anatomi...
By Alex
Spring Ligament: Anatomy, Function, and Clinical Implications
The spring ligament is a pivotal foot structure that supports the medial longitudinal arch and maintains foot stability during weight-bearing activiti...
By Jordan
Running Shoes: How to Find the Perfect Fit, Prevent Injuries, and Optimize Performance
A running shoe must fit snugly yet comfortably, allowing a thumb's width at the toe, secure heel, and natural foot mechanics to prevent injuries and o...
By Alex
Foot Health: Understanding Foot Size, Appearance, and Strengthening Exercises
Exercises cannot alter the skeletal size of your feet, but targeted foot exercises can improve arch support, reduce swelling, and optimize foot appear...
By Jordan
Running in Vans: Risks, Biomechanical Impact, and Proper Footwear
Running in Vans is generally not recommended due to their design lacking essential cushioning, support, and flexibility, which can lead to increased j...
By Alex
Metatarsal Bursa: Anatomy, Bursitis, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
A metatarsal bursa is a fluid-filled sac in the forefoot that cushions bones and tendons, and its inflammation, metatarsal bursitis, causes pain in th...
By Alex
