Foot Health
Foot Health provides tips on maintaining healthy feet, covering topics like proper footwear, foot care, and common conditions such as bunions, corns, and plantar fasciitis.
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What Is the Average Shoe Size for Men?
Although there’s no official nationwide statistic for men’s average shoe size, it generally corresponds with height and is often estimated to fall between sizes 10 and 11. Several elements influence shoe size, including: age body weight foot disorders heredity While formal data on the typical men’s shoe size in the United States is lacking, observational […]
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Can Your Foot Shape Reveal Your Personality or Your Ancestry? Learn More
As DNA-focused genealogy services continue to grow, so does our interest in uncovering more about our roots. MIT Technology Review noted that almost 26 million Americans used at-home ancestry kits last year. That curiosity about genetic origins has many people wondering whether ancestry shows up elsewhere on the body. For instance, is there any accuracy […]
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Duck-Footed: Out-Toeing, or the Opposite of Pigeon-Toed
Some toddlers adopt a duck-footed walk as they gain confidence in their new skill — this is also called out-toeing. In this gait, the toes point outward instead of straight ahead, producing a waddling appearance. (img by Zac Cupples) Out-toeing can also appear for the first time during adolescence, the teen years, or in adulthood. […]
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Massage for Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is a frequent source of heel and foot discomfort. Luckily, stretches and self-massage you can perform at home may ease pain and reduce the likelihood of the issue becoming long-lasting. Below are several suggestions and do-it-yourself massage methods you can try at home. (img by Boulder Therapeutics) Getting started Foot massage should feel […]
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9 Causes of Lump on Top of Foot
Lump on top of your foot If you’ve spotted a lump on the upper part of your foot, you probably did a brief check and wondered about things like: Is it tender? Does it feel soft or firm? Is the skin color different there? Have you recently injured that spot? Several different conditions can produce […]
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How to Treat and Prevent Bone Spurs on Your Feet
A bone spur is an extra bony outgrowth that forms where two or more bones meet, typically as the body attempts to repair damage. When a bone spur develops on the top of your foot, it can feel like a firm lump or bump beneath the skin. Your likelihood of developing a bone spur in […]
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Should You Wear Compression Socks to Bed?
In most situations, clinicians advise taking off compression socks before sleep. However, they may suggest wearing them overnight if you have venous ulcers or are healing after venous surgery. Compression socks are a form of compression therapy that deliver graduated pressure to the legs, which can support improved blood flow and circulation. They’re commonly used […]
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Why Does My Heel Feel Numb and How Do I Treat It?
Overview There are many reasons your heel might feel numb. Most causes are common in both adults and children — for example, sitting with legs crossed for long periods or wearing shoes that are too tight. Some causes are more serious, such as diabetes. If sensation in your foot has diminished, you may not feel […]
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Epsom Salt Foot Soak
Epsom salt foot soaks offer a range of potential benefits for your feet. They may help alleviate foot discomfort, slough away dead skin, or assist in managing fungal issues. Epsom salt is magnesium sulfate, not the same as kitchen table salt (sodium chloride). It has a long history of use as a soothing and restorative […]
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Common Foot Problems of Runners
Almost every runner will eventually be sidelined by a foot problem. Anything from a simple blister to a more serious stress fracture can derail training schedules. While running injuries typically involve the lower body — knees, ankles, hips, groin, and legs — the feet often bear the brunt more than other areas. Read on to […]