“My heel and feet hurt first thing when I get up in the morning or after sitting for a period of time, often gets worse during the day” What is the Plantar Fascia? The Plantar Fascia is a thick band of connective tissue on the bottom of your foot that attaches to the heel bone […]
What is Morton’s Neuroma? Morton’s neuroma is a forefoot condition affecting the ball of the foot. It can result in numbness, tingling or burning around the toes and webbing of the feet. Some patients even report what feels like a pebble or a stone in their footwear. What causes Morton’s neuroma? A Morton’s neuroma is
What is Tibialis Posterior Tendinopathy / Dysfunction? Posterior tibialis dysfunction is a condition that affects the main supporting tendon of the arch of the foot. This condition causes a progressive and degenerative change to the structure of the tendon. This condition is commonly seen in people with pes planus or flat feet and is most
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What is Sever’s Disease? Sever’s disease is the more commonly known name for calcaneal apophysitis and is a common cause of heel pain in younger more active children. Children between the ages of 8-14 experience rapid growth of the heel bone (calcaneus) and this area can become irritated and painful. Typically, it affects boys more than
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