Gentian violet is an antiseptic dye that has been used since the 1890’s. It has antifungal and some antibacterial activity and has been used historically in podiatry as a topical treatment for a number of skin conditions, commonly interdigital. It is not used much now. Gentian violet, also known as crystal violet or methyl violet […]
Ferric chloride is a “remedy” that has been used for a long time to stop minor bleeding. It is not necessarily good for the skin. Ferric chloride, also known as iron(III) chloride, is a chemical compound that is sometimes used in medical settings to help stop bleeding. When applied to a wound, ferric chloride can […]
Extensor substitution occurs when extensor digitorum longus gains a mechanical advantage over the lumbrical muscles during the swing phase leading to a clawing of toes. The extensor digitorum longus muscle fails to relax during early contact leading to the extensor substitution. This mechanical advantage is gained due to the extensor digitorum longus muscle contracting prior […]
Toe straighteners or toe spacers are widely used to correct or improve the alignment of the toes. Toe straighteners are designed to be worn in between the toes to restore natural toe splay and alignment. The device itself is made of a flexible and durable medical-grade silicone material. It features a series of toe dividers […]
Diabetic neuropathy is the nerve damage that occurs in those with long-term diabetes. It is the damage to the sensory nerves that permits damage to the foot to go unnoticed, resulting in many diabetic foot complications. Diabetic neuropathy is a type of nerve damage that occurs as a result of long-term diabetes. It is a […]
Cavus foot, pes cavus, supinated foot are all names for a higher arched foot. The Cavus foot, also known as high arches, is a condition characterized by an unusually high arch of the foot. In individuals with cavus foot, the arch of the foot is abnormally raised off the ground, causing the majority of the […]
Banana skin is an old wives tale treatment for verruca. Its a myth. This is a popular belief that banana skin can be used to treat warts or verruca. The practice involves rubbing the inside of a banana peel onto the affected area. However, there is limited scientific evidence to support the effectiveness of this […]
The abductor hallucis muscle is an important muscle in the medial plantar arch of the foot that plays a role in normal function of the foot and its arch. The abductor hallucis muscle is one of the muscles of the deep layer of the plantar muscles in the foot. It originates from two separate heads: […]
An ingrown toenail is a very common painful problem with the foot. It is due to a combination of the natural shape of the nail and a poor nail cutting technique. An ingrown toenail occurs when the edge of the toenail grows into the surrounding skin, usually causing pain, inflammation, and sometimes infection. It most […]
The Fix Toe is device designed by Podiatrists in Spain to treat disorders of the plantar plate in the foot.
