Suffering From An Ingrown Toenail?
What is an ingrown toenail? Many people may have heard of how painful an ingrown toenail can be. An ingrown toenail clinically also referred to as onychocryptosis occurs when the nail grows into the nail edge causing pain and sometimes an infection.It commonly occurs when there has been a change to the shape of the nail causing it to penetrate into the skin rather than sitting on top, commonly seen on the big toe either on one side or both sides of the nail. As a result, pressure builds up on the skin causing pain, swelling, bleeding and in some …
AC Talks Achilles Tendinopathy
Everybody knows somebody who has had a problem with their Achilles Tendon (AT). This structure is one of the most injured in runners and this injury is seen very often in the more recreational athlete. Achilles Tendinopathy Types It is important to understand that there are 2 major types of Achilles Tendinopathy. Mid-Portion: This is the more common form of Achilles Tendinopathy It affects the tendon about 2.5-3cm above where the tendon attaches on the heel. Achilles Tendinopathy is generally caused by a sudden increase/change in load (due to spikes in activity or changes in footwear) on the tendon. Insertional: …
Development of Children’s Feet
Children’s Foot Development Children’s feet differ from those of adults, as they are not yet fully formed. At 6 months of age the foot is still mostly cartilage, in fact the last bone doesn’t begin until children are about 3 years old. By the time we turn 18 the bones have fully matured. Babies feet Babies feet only need protection in the cooler weather. Playsuits with feet, socks or even natural fibre shoes can be used to keep little feet warm, they should always be loose around your babies feet. Allowing time for your baby to kick freely will help …
Plantar Fasciitis Pain Management and Treatment
Plantar Fasciitis Plantar heel pain is commonly referred to as “plantar fasciitis”. This condition is defined as pain or discomfort in the bottom of the heel. As podiatrists, we see this issue as the number one soft tissue or overuse injury. It is generally characterised in its early stages by pain ordiscomfort when rising from rest, especially if a lot of time has been spent onthe heel during the day. In the case ofmorning pain, it will generally occur if a big day was had the day before. Plantar Fasciitis impact In its infancy, this discomfort seems to settle after …
