Bone Mineral density can be improved by Running & exercising Bone mineral density is primarily determined depending on factors such as sex, age, race and diet. It’s decline can be slowed down with increased physical activities, particularly long distance running. The loss of bone mineral density can modify the mechanical properties of the calcaneus bone…

Blisters- Cause & prevention There are various reasons for painful blisters occurring on foot while wearing a shoe. A few reasons are mentioned below. • Repeated friction of your feet with shoe inner in a bad-fitting shoe. • The hot & humid condition inside shoe increases moisture causing skin irritation • Shoe with improper in-socks….

Achilles Tendonitis: Causes & Prevention  The Achilles tendon is a long tendon with a short & strong muscle.  Top of Form Bottom of Form Top of Form It is one of the most essential tendons for normal gait. Nature has shaped it to act like a spring by stretching & absorbing heel strike impact when…

Flat Foot & Arch Formation Problems Arch: Lower Arch / Flat feet When children’s are growing up, the foot muscles gradually strengthens & Arch formation strengthens in their foot but sometimes due to lack of exercise or medical reasons they do not properly develop leading to a condition known as Flat Feet (Pes Planus). Also, due…

Arthritis & Gout How does Arthritis occur ?  With aging, people lose foot flexibility which creates inflammation in Knee, Ankle, mid foot or in big toe joints. This will cause swelling, pain and stiffness. Osteoarthritis is another type of arthritis which happens with aging & overuse. In this case, the cartilage between the bones of…

Ankle Injuries: Causes, Treatments & Home Remedies How does an ankle injury occur ? Ankle injuries can occur in the tissue of bone, ligament, or tendon in the form of a fracture, sprain or strain.  Here are some common factors that causes ankle injuries: Walking or running on uneven surface Ankle twisting during an awkward…