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Ankle Cracking Causes and Whether It Can Harm Your Health
by Dr. David Watts | Jul 25, 2018 | Foot Care
Snap crackle pop! If your ankles crack when walking, you’re not alone. Ankle cracking is very common. You might notice popping sounds in your ankle after a long run or walk, or while simply walking around your home. Should you be alarmed? Can ankle popping or cracking...
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Help! My Toes Are Blue! (3 Ways to Get Rid of It)
by Dr. David Watts | Jul 18, 2018 | Foot Care, Foot Health
You may not give much thought to the color of your toes, but you know when something looks wrong. If you look down and notice your toes have a blue or purple tint, you need to pay attention. This color change is a key to what’s happening with your health. Could you...
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Foot Pain? You Might Need Better Arch Support
by Dr. David Watts | Jul 2, 2018 | Shoe Buying Guide
Your feet absorb an incredible amount of pressure each day. It’s estimated that the arches of your feet have to absorb anywhere from 200,000-300,000 pounds for every mile you walk.1 So it’s no wonder that sometimes your arches need a little help. That’s where an arch...
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Easy Remedies for Dealing With Achilles Tendonitis
by Dr. David Watts | Jun 15, 2018 | Foot Care, Foot Health
You already know that staying active is the best way to stay healthy, but that comes with a risk. Repetitive use of joints can lead to a painful problem known as tendonitis. This can affect any part of the body — but it can be particularly troublesome in your feet, as...
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Causes of Heel Pain (+ Helpful Ways To Fix It)
by Dr. David Watts | Jun 4, 2018 | Foot Care, Foot Exercises, Foot Health
Heel pain can be a frustrating and painful condition, especially as we all need to walk to get around. This is only compounded if your job calls for a lot of standing. But what are the causes of heel pain – and what can you do about it? Heel pain is most typically...
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5 Types of Foot Rash and How to Treat Them
by Dr. David Watts | May 31, 2018 | Foot Care, Foot Health
Types | Symptoms | Prevention While most people associate rashes with other areas of the body, foot rashes are more common than you think – and they can be very troublesome. Few things in life are as annoying and frustrating as an itchy, red rash. How do you know...
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The Best Socks for Sweaty, Smelly Feet
by Dr. David Watts | May 25, 2018 | Foot Care, Foot Health
Smelly feet are not only uncomfortable for you. Everyone around you suffers, too! Whether your shoes are on or off, that foot odor just seems to follow you everywhere! So, you start to wonder… Why do your feet smell so much worse than everyone else's? Perhaps your...
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Help! I Have A Weird Black Spot Under My Toenail
by Dr. David Watts | May 17, 2018 | Foot Health
So, you look down at your feet one day, and you notice a black spot under a toenail. Should you panic and immediately go to the doctor? Probably not. While there are some rare instances when this problem is a sign of a serious health issue, the vast majority of times,...
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How To De-Stink Your Smelly Shoes (and save face!)
by Dr. David Watts | May 13, 2018 | DIY Foot Care
You know the scenario well. You’re walking through your home, minding your own business when – wham! – you’re hit in the nostrils by an abominable stench. You follow your nose and discover that your significant other/son/daughter has left some very ripe shoes lying...
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How Yoga Can Improve Your Foot Strength
by Dr. David Watts | May 7, 2018 | Foot Exercises
If you’re thinking of undertaking a yoga practice, it may stem from a desire for more zen in your life. Or, you may want increased flexibility and better balance… or you might just need a great low-impact activity in your workout regimen. All of these are excellent...
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