Medical Conditions

Fallen arches is a condition in which the arch of your foot has collapsed. Instead of being higher than the other areas on the bottom of your feet, your arch is flat and touches the surface where...

Nail fungus leads to the thickening and discoloration of the nails. Nails turn yellow and become porous and deformed. The infection commonly occurs on the toes but also may affect fingernails. It...

Upper foot pain is a common condition caused by excessive walking while wearing unsupportive shoes, an early symptom of arthritis, or the beginning of a bone spur, which if left untreated can...

Heel spurs is a common foot problem that results from excessive bone growth that develops on the heel bone. The bone growth typically occurs on the heel bone's underside and may even extend toward...

Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a common foot infection that causes a rash on the foot and can be cured with nonprescription antifungal creams such as Tinactin or Lamisil. Your feet, if not...

Pronation is the movement the foot makes to minimize the impact of walking, cycling or jogging. The foot is supposed to make an involuntary movement to disperse the force it experiences every time...

Pilates exercises are used for a host of reasons. Not only does Pilates result in overall health, stamina and strength, it can also be used in physical therapy as a way to strengthen muscles and...

Calluses, commonly known as corns, often form on the foot as a result of wearing shoes that don't fit properly. These patches of hardened, sometimes discolored skin, can be quite painful but they...

Swelling that builds up in the foot after surgery is called edema and can be detrimental to the healing process. It's important to minimize this swelling after foot surgery so the body can heal...

Foot drop (or drop foot) is not a disease in itself. It points towards an underlying problem, which could be neurological or muscular in nature. In this disorder, the patient cannot raise their...

Whether you dashed off for an afternoon workout or you're nervous about an upcoming meeting with the boss--whatever the cause of your sweaty feet--foot odor can be both embarrassing and repulsive....

Foot drop is a characterized by the inability to lift the front part of the foot. Depending on the underlying cause, paralysis of the foot can be temporary; however, it can also be permanent. Foot...

Foot arch pain is an inflammation and burning feeling in the arch of your foot. Also known as arch strain, the condition is characterized by swelling, tenderness, and stabbing pain which can be...

Ischemic foot means that not enough blood is flowing through the arteries from the heart to the foot. The ischemic foot pain occurs because the foot is not receiving enough oxygen and nutrients.

A neuroma of the foot (Morton's neuroma) is not a tumor but a swelling of a nerve caused by pressure on the nerve or a foot injury. Most commonly, the nerves in the ball of the foot between the...

Plantar fasciitis is a common condition that affects the foot. People with the condition will experience pain in the heel that results from the inflammation of a band of tissue called the plantar...

Our feet carry us where we want and need to go. They serve as our base when we stand. They provide balance. With them we walk, run and jump. Our feet are essential in helping us perform tasks on a...

Fallen arches occur when the arch of the foot is lost. Many times it is related to the lower legs being turned outward. Fallen arches cause no symptoms; however, your doctor will need to evaluate...

People rely on their feet to get them to home, work, the grocery store, and to gather with others. When feet begin to hurt, quality of life decreases dramatically. A number of conditions can...

People with this condition experience a burning feeling in their feet. It can be annoying or a symptom of a condition in the body that may need extensive treatment.

Circulation problems that result in foot pain can be a caused by other conditions such as diabetes and obesity. Circulation problems can lead to tissue damage and possibly tissue death (gangrene)....

Foot pronation is a condition in which the foot turns inward and the arch of the foot becomes flat. Foot pronation can result in injuries if allowed to go uncorrected for too long.

A bunion is a bump that occurs at the base of the big toe, brought on by conditions which force the big toe into contact with the other toes, resulting in the condition from the friction generated...

Drop foot is a condition in which a person has difficulty lifting the front part of his foot, often causing him to drag his toes when walking. It can be a temporary or permanent ailment caused by...

Jock itch fungi of the foot is actually athlete's foot. When a fungal infection attacks the foot it, is called athlete's foot. When a fungal infection attacks the groin area it is called jock...

Intense pain in the arch of the foot is classified as instep foot pain. It usually occurs in arthritis patients. Instep foot pain is uncomfortable, but simple to deal with.

Lateral plantar nerve pain is a common cause of heel pain. Frequently seen as a sports injury, lateral plantar nerve pain can be caused by fractures or repetitive stress injury, and can be simple...

I have recently discovered that I have numerous compresses nerves in my foot. It is one of the most painful things I have been through. If you do are having severe pains I would suggest you see a...

Plantar fasciitis involves pain and inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue on the bottom of your foot. The condition causes stabbing foot pain in the morning when you first...

Plantar fasciitis can be treated with home remedies ranging from applying ice to the affected area to limiting activities or even resting the affected foot. Pain and inflammation can also be...

Plantar fasciitis is a swelling and tenderness in the sole of the foot. That area of the foot is also known as the plantar. The fascia is a band of tissue that runs from the heel of the foot to...

Neuromas are non-cancerous growths composed of thickened nerve tissue. According to the PodiatryNetwork.com, neuromas most often develop on the ball of the foot. A neuroma that is located on the...

Foot pain is a common complaint that increases as people get older. It has a multitude of causes, including gout, ingrown toenails, ankle injuries and stress fractures. Any structural...

Plantar fasciitis affects the plantar fascia, the thick tissue in the bottom of the feet that connects the toes and the heel bone. The condition most often develops in runners, pregnant women,...

"Flat foot" is the term used to describe the occurrence when the arch or the inside of your foot lies flat on the ground. One foot or both feet may be affected. Foot pain generally is not an issue...

Orthosis and prosthesis are two methods of dealing with significant injury or body deformity. Orthosis involves the use of mechanical devices to correct abnormal or harmful walking patterns....

A cyst, also sometimes referred to as a ganglion mass, is a sac that contains tissue that is also lined by a type of tissue called epithelium. Cysts often contain a semi-fluid or a fluid and they...

Foot drop (also called drop foot) is a term used to describe the inability to lift one or (rarely) both feet at the ankle. Foot drop is not a disease in and of itself, but a sign of underlying...

"Foot drop" describes problems with lifting the front of the foot. It can be a symptom of a neurological, muscular or anatomical problem. Placing undue pressure on the peroneal nerve, which sits...

Achilles tendinitis is a medical condition that causes pain and inflammation in your Achilles tendon, the tissue that connects muscles from your calf to your heel bone. This condition is caused by...

Burning feet is a common complaint, especially among those over 50. Also called burning feet syndrome, it is common among diabetics. Your feet feel like they are on fire and you are in terrible pain.

Stinky feet, like all body odor, can be embarrassing but not untreatable. The causes of foot odor come from sweat glands that regulate body temperature, and the intensity of the odor can vary from...

You ask a lot from your feet without even realizing it. Your feet give you a steady base to stand on, behave as levers that allow you to move forwards, backwards and sideways, and they absorb...

Fallen arches--flat footed, per the common name--can occur naturally at birth or become more and more pronounced through the aging process, which affects both the cartilage and ligaments of the...

A burning sensation in your feet can be caused by a large spectrum of conditions, some very mild and some more serious. Finding the cause of the burning sensation is the key to proper treatment,...

An ingrown toenail is a painful condition of the foot that can be extremely difficult to live with. An ingrown toenail is a condition in which the toenail begins growing into the toe. Walking can...

When you develop a benign growth along one of your nerves, you're suffering from a condition known as a neuroma. The most common location of development is on the foot. Often referred to as...

Morton's neuroma is a non-cancerous growth that forms over one or more of the nerves that run from the foot to the toes. Foot pain and inflammation occur when the bone and ligaments in the foot...

The foot is made up of hundreds of muscles, nerves and ligaments and 26 bones all which can cause foot pain. Foot pain can range from a simple annoyance to the inability to get around easily....

While you've probably heard about using detox foot pads overnight to help eliminate various toxins from your body, you may be wondering if you can use similar pads and place them on other parts of...