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Onychauxis is when there is a thickness of the toenail with no deformity of the nail plate. It is commonly associated with older age and there may be a history of repeated trauma. Onychauxis refers to the thickening and overgrowth of the toenails. Several factors can contribute to the development of onychauxis, including: Age: Onychauxis […]

There are a lot of painful conditions of the toenails and onychophosis is probably the most common. It is the development of a callus in the nail groove due to pressure from the nail plate in the sulcus. Onychophosis is a condition that affects the toenails and is characterized by the formation of a thickened, […]

Os tibiale externum is another name for an accessory navicular, an extra ossicle of bone attached to the tibia, usually where the poeterior tibial muscle attaches. “Os tibiale externum” refers to an accessory bone or an additional bone that can sometimes be found in the foot. Specifically, it is an accessory bone located on the […]

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and commonly affects the foot. Osteoarthritis is a common form of arthritis that primarily affects the joints. While the exact cause of osteoarthritis is not fully understood, it is believed to result from a combination of genetic, biomechanical, and environmental factors. Some key factors that contribute to […]

The Os Trigonum is a small bone at the back of the ankle joint in some people that can be painful. The os trigonum is an extra bone located in the back of the ankle, specifically at the posterior aspect of the talus bone. It is a small, accessory bone that is present in a […]

Overpronation is that term used and abused by runners, running shoe retailers and manufacturers that does not really mean anything. Overpronation is a term used to describe the inward rolling motion of the foot during walking or running. It refers to the excessive inward movement of the foot’s arch and ankle joint beyond the normal […]

The Onitsuka Tiger is one of the more popular of the retro running shoes. Onitsuka Tiger is a popular footwear brand known for its classic and stylish sneakers. The brand was established in 1949 by Kihachiro Onitsuka in Japan and has a rich history in athletic footwear. Onitsuka Tiger initially focused on creating shoes for […]

Onychomycosis is a hard to treat fungal infection of the toenails. Onychomycosis, also known as toenail fungus, is a fungal infection that affects the nails, including those on the feet. It is primarily caused by various types of fungi called dermatophytes, but other fungi such as yeasts and molds can also be responsible. These fungi […]

Obesity is the biggest public health challenges facing society. It has huge impacts on the feet, especially in children. The Body Mass Index or BMI is often used as a tool to screen for obesity. Obesity can have a wide range of consequences on both physical and mental health: