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Our team answers your questions about the causes and treatment of various podiatric conditions, including plantar fasciitis, flat feet, foot pain, and the use of custom orthotics.
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Best Ways to Straighten Your Hammer Toe at Home
Hammertoe is a foot condition in which the second, third, or fourth toe bends abnormally at the middle joint, which is different to claw or mallet toes. It is more common in aging women than men. Over
Asked 3 years ago
Can Orthotics Cause Knee Pain?
It is impossible to experience pain anywhere in the body without impacting your quality of life. As a result, anything that causes pain relief also improves the quality of life. Like many types of pai
Asked 3 years ago
Can Vitamin B12 Deficiency Cause Burning Feet (Grierson-Gopalan Syndrome)?
Vitamin B12 plays a significant role in nerve cell health. As such, any incidence of deficiency must be promptly treated to avoid neurological complications. Interestingly, deficiency of this vitamin
Asked 3 years ago
How to Stop Your Feet From Burning at Night
Nothing is exciting about having a burning sensation in your feet. Unfortunately, that's what you get with burning feet (Grierson-Gopalan) syndrome. Alongside enough discomfort and pain to keep you fr
Asked 3 years ago
How to Break in Orthotics Pain-Free
Like new shoes, your body requires some time to get used to a custom orthotic. This period is known as the orthotic break-in period. During that time, discomfort (not pain) should be expected. Do Orth
Asked 3 years ago
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