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Our team answers your questions about the causes and treatment of various podiatric conditions, including plantar fasciitis, flat feet, foot pain, and the use of custom orthotics.
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Can Orthotics Cause Hip Pain?
Orthotics are designed to relieve pain, not cause them. However, as is often the case, many people complain about pain and trace it to the usage of an orthotic device. While this is possible, the chan
Asked 3 years ago
Hammer vs. Claw vs. Mallet Toes: What Is the Difference?
In hammer, claw, and mallet toes, the affected appendage is bent into an unusual position. The musculature that supports the toes becomes out of balance once the bone structure of the toes changes, ca
Asked 3 years ago
How to Avoid the Sharp Heel Pain When Running
Running may be a good sport, but it can also cause pain on the side or bottom of the heel. While the severity of this pain may vary from one individual to another, Runner's Heel can lead to severe com
Asked 3 years ago
Can Knee Arthritis Cause Hip Pain?
The hip, knee, and ankle joints form a kinematic chain that is involved in walking or running. It is common to find that when there is pain in one of the joints, the other joints are also affected. Th
Asked 3 years ago
Exercises to Avoid With Hip Arthritis
Working exercise should not make your hip pain or arthritis worse. However, not exercising can make your arthritis worse, which is why, whether you have osteoarthritis or an autoimmune and inflammator
Asked 3 years ago
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