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...
C is for the Cavus foot
Cavus foot, pes cavus, supinated foot are all names for a higher arched foot. The Cavus foot, also known as high arches, is a...
B is for Banana skin
Banana skin is an old wives tale treatment for verruca. Its a myth. This is a popular belief that banana skin can be used...
A is for the abductor hallucis muscle
The abductor hallucis muscle is an important muscle in the medial plantar arch of the foot that plays a role in normal function of...
I is for Ingrown Toenail
An ingrown toenail is a very common painful problem with the foot. It is due to a combination of the natural shape of the...
F is for Fix Toe
The Fix Toe is device designed by Podiatrists in Spain to treat disorders of the plantar plate in the foot.
B is for Beau’s Lines
Beau’s lines are transverse lines in the nail plate. Beau’s lines, are indentations that run horizontally across the nails. They can affect both the...
A is for the Arcuate Artery
The arcuate artery is a terminal branch of the dorsalis pedis artery. It courses across the dorsum of the foot, passing laterally over the...
Z is for Zinc
Zinc is an important element that can result in a delay in wound healing if there is a deficiency. Zinc supplements have also been...