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Fallen Arches: What Are They? This condition affects the posterior tendon's ability to provide support, thus sometimes making it painful to walk or run for a longer period of time. The posterior tendon is the tendon located on the inside of the leg, connecting the

  What is an ingrown toenail? An ingrown toenail occurs when the sides of the toenail grow into the surrounding skin. The condition can be very painful and can affect anybody, young or old. Cutting your toenails badly or wearing inappropriate footwear can both lead

What are Verrucas? Verrucas are warts on the sole of the foot and are also known as plantar warts. They are small growths caused by certain strains of the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). This is a contagious virus that is commonly picked up from damp

Corns and calluses are thick, hard areas of skin that develop on the feet. They are typically caused by friction on the skin, often as a result of badly fitting (often tight) shoes or because you have done a lot of running or walking, which

What are Bunions? A bunion is a bone in the foot that becomes misaligned and protrudes to give the foot an irregular shape. This occurs at the joint in the big toe. Bunions can be uncomfortable and cause pain, and this, in turn, can affect