N is for a Night Splint. These are used to stretch the calf muscles during the night. Night splints are a commonly recommended treatment option for plantar fasciitis, a condition that causes pain in the heel and bottom of the foot. They are designed to stretch the plantar fascia and Achilles tendon while you sleep, […]
NSAIDs are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are a drug class which reduces pain, decreases inflammation, decreases fever, and prevents blood clots. NSAIDs, or Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs, are a class of medications primarily used to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and lower fever. They work by inhibiting an enzyme called cyclooxygenase (COX), which is involved in the production […]
A neurovascular corn is a painful and difficult to treat corn as it has neural and vascular elements embedded in the corn.
Neuropathic arthropathy is the joint destruction that happens most common in diabetes when there is damage to a joint if there is also impaired sensation from the nerves. It is also called Charcots foot. Neuropathic arthropathy, also known as Charcot joint or Charcot arthropathy, is a condition characterized by progressive degeneration of a joint due […]
Navicular drop is a measurement that is used to determine how much the navicular moves between the neutral and relaxed positions of the foot. The Navicular Drop test is a physical examination technique used to assess the mobility and stability of the foot’s arch, specifically the medial longitudinal arch. The test provides information about the […]
A navicular stress fracture is often season ending for athlete. These fractures can takes months to heal and rehab from as the bone takes a central place in the arch of the foot. A navicular stress fracture refers to a small crack or fracture in the navicular bone, which is one of the small bones […]
The neuropad is a device for testing sweating to evaluate autonomic neuropathy in those with diabetes.
The New Balance Running shoes are a popular shoe and each model is usually identified by a number. New Balance is a well-known brand that offers a wide range of running shoes designed to cater to different types of runners and their specific needs. The company has been producing athletic footwear since 1906 and has […]
Newton Running Shoes are a popular shoes with forefoot strikers and triathletes. Newton Running Shoes is a brand that specializes in running footwear. The company was founded in 2007 and is known for its unique approach to shoe design and its emphasis on promoting a natural running gait. Characteristics of Newton Running Shoes: The suitability […]
Nocturnal Night Cramps are common in older populations that do impact on quality of life. Nocturnal leg cramps, also known as nighttime leg cramps, are sudden, painful muscle contractions that occur primarily in the legs during sleep or at rest. While the exact cause of nocturnal leg cramps is often unknown, several factors may contribute […]
