Runners Heel Could Improve with a Post-run Stretch
Runner’s heel, or plantar fasciitis, can be a common problem for athletes who train daily. Now, some people say you can clear up post-running foot pain with a daily foot massage. But that’s not always possible. Instead, after your daily run, consider removing your sneakers and socks to perform foot stretches. First, that can help soothe…
Biomechanics and Running Strides: What You Need to Know
When we talk about running strides and impact, we usually need to know your weight and running speed. But those numbers alone can’t determine the force of a step. And that’s because we all have different biomechanics. Want to reduce the impact of running on your body? Here’s what you need to know. Running Strides…
How to Clear Athlete’s Foot
Do you want to know how to clear athlete’s foot and prevent it from spreading? Well, the answer may be different for everyone. After all, there are more than 40 different fungi that cause this infection, and some need different treatments than others. At the same time, about 25% of all people will get this…
Skin Cream May Help Treat Neuropathy
If you have diabetic nerve pain, you know it’s hard to treat neuropathy. Now, researchers at Boston Children’s Hospital are working on a cream to fight peripheral neuropathy, a form of nerve damage commonly faced by people with diabetes. But whether or not they’re successful, you have many different options to help you find pain…
Arch Pain and Heel Pain: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
If arch pain or heel pain makes you miserable, you want answers. And our Louetta Foot and Ankle specialists are here to help. That was the case for our patient Rev. Frieda K., who recently shared: “I visited Dr. Anum Dhukani… My visit with her was excellent. She told me what to do to have…
Avoid Chronic Plantar Fasciitis with Early Treatment
When you have heel pain, a small problem can become chronic plantar fasciitis if you don’t seek early treatment. But what is plantar fasciitis? And what are your treatment options? Let’s take a closer look! What is plantar fasciitis? This term describes inflammation of the plantar fascia. (That’s the thick band of tissue at the…
If I Can Walk, Does That Mean My Foot Isn’t Broken?
Did you know that you can walk with a broken foot, but doing so could make your injury worse? Well, it’s true. While many people believe that being able to walk means you haven’t done much damage to your foot, that’s simply not the case. So, how can you tell if you’ve broken your foot?…
Prevent Running Injuries with Simple Precautions
Hoping to prevent running injuries? Taking certain precautions can help you steer clear of these injuries. Let’s take a closer look. Preventing Running Injuries: Surface Matters First, avoid running on certain surface types. Training on cement and downhill ramps can increase your risk for foot and knee injuries because of the impact of your foot fall…
Here’s How to Diagnose and Treat a Stress Fracture
Here in Spring, TX, we’re a year-round running city—and that means we always worry about stress fractures. Especially after extended shut downs, so many of us will be getting back to gyms, runs or even long walks. And, while that’s wonderful news for your overall health, it could also mean a rise in overuse injuries…
5 Moves (and One Tip) to Beat Flat Feet Problems
Most people have a visible arch in their feet; if you don’t, you might have flat feet problems. With this condition, one or both of your feet have no visible arch when you’re standing. This can lead to foot or heel pain, as well as other concerns. Luckily, the podiatrists at Louetta Foot and Ankle…
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