Heel surgery is usually recommended as a solution to persistent pain, deformities, fractures, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendon issues, or bone spurs that are not solved by conservative treatments. One of the usual questions patients ask a heel pain specialist is: Can you walk after heel surgery? Although the short answer is yes, it is not … Read more
For athletes, pain isn’t unfamiliar. Sore calves, tight hamstrings, aching joints—these are often expected, even welcomed, as signs of hard work. But heel pain is different. It doesn’t always wait until after a long training day to show up. It’s there first thing in the morning, before warm-ups, before the miles or drills begin. And … Read more
Arthritis is a complex condition that can display itself through many complex symptoms. It often affects the extremities, including the feet. But can foot pain mean arthritis? Of course, foot pain can have many different origins in terms of the exact cause that causes it to arise. Determining whether the pain is arthritic in origin … Read more
Taking good care of your feet is necessary for your overall health. In fact, it is an integral part of leading an active and healthy lifestyle. Your feet play a major role in your health as they are made up of 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 muscles, ligaments, and tendons. With the unique … Read more
If you have a job that requires you to always be on your feet, you might be starting to feel the physical side effects of your occupation. At your dedicated center for treating heel pain in California, our doctors and experts have been able to identify the top 3 jobs that increase foot pain risk. … Read more
Poor circulation can be defined as the inadequacy of blood flow to a certain area of the body. The body’s circulation system is responsible for sending blood, oxygen, and nutrients throughout the body. When blood flow to a specific part like a foot is reduced, people may experience numbness, tingling, pain, or muscle cramps in … Read more
Your feet carry you through life. They literally hold your burdens for you, lifting up your weight and helping you move from one point to another. While our feet are built to go through a lot, they aren’t invincible. This vitally important part of our health – and our mobility – should be given more … Read more
Heel pain is a relatively common occurrence. While conditions like plantar fasciitis can affect anyone, athletes who run, jump, and do other repetitive activities on their feet are more prone to the conditions that cause heel pain. Let’s look at some mobility exercises for heel pain and foot pain. Mobility Exercises for Heel Pain Fortunately, … Read more
If you’re able-bodied, then there’s a good chance you have taken your feet for granted at some point in your life. We run, dance, and play all without much thought for our feet. However, the reality is that our feet are a delicate network of bones, muscles, tendons, vessels, and nerve endings. Any damage to … Read more