Category Archives: Lower Body

Life After Achilles Tendon Rupture

Is there life after an Achilles tendon rupture? Yes, In the past, a ruptured Achilles tendon could end the career of a professional athlete and significantly impact the quality of life for others with the injury—even after treatment. Fortunately, that is no longer the case. If you suffer from this serious injury, you can most [...]

Straighten Out the Kinks After Knee Replacement

After your knee replacement, you might think your knee will work just fine. Unfortunately, many people do not realize that straightening the knee after surgery is not as simple as they originally thought. Along with loss of strength, reduced extension is one of the most common complaints following knee replacement. Full motion of the knee […]

Hallux Rigidus: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatments For Big Toe Joint Pain

Step Up to Relieve Big Toe Joint Pain When you visited your doctor with pain in your big toe, it was diagnosed as hallux rigidus. This condition is a form of degenerative arthritis, specifically affecting the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MTP joint)—the joint at the base of the big toe. What Is Hallux Rigidus? Hallux rigidus […]

Get a Foot Up on Diabetes

You that exercise is good for you—even though you have diabetes—but why does everyone seem to be so concerned with how it affects your feet? Exercise may indeed benefit you, although you must consult your physician to discuss your proposed exercise plan before beginning. It can help your muscles and cardiovascular system stay fit enough […]

The Hip Solution to Knee Pain

The knee is one of the easiest parts of the body to injure because it is used for many motions the body performs. Common acute injuries are caused by sudden stops and turns during activities such as soccer and tennis. Pain may also occur after exercise, but you may also feel it if you sit […]

Walking Away from the Pain of PAD

Bad leg circulation can make walking seem like a dreaded task, rather than a simple mode of transportation. For the millions of people who suffer from peripheral arterial disease (PAD), walking even short distances can be painful. Since this type of pain goes away when you are at rest, it can be tempting to avoid […]

Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome: Treatment Guide

Tread Carefully with Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome What is Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome? Tarsal tunnel syndrome occurs when there is abnormal pressure on the posterior tibial nerve in the foot. Symptoms of Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome: A burning or tingling pain in the sole of the foot Your foot “giving out” during certain physical activities Pain typically worsening […]

Improving Quality of Life After Polyneuropathy

Polyneuropathy refers to the damage or disease of more than one nerve of the body, including nerves that allow you to experience sensation, to move or both. Often, the first symptom of polyneuropathy will be a loss of sensation at the ends of the toes. Other symptoms include pain; tingling or decreased sensation in any […]

Break a Leg? Get Up and Walk!

The benefits of getting out of bed and moving as soon as possible after surgery are well known. Now, doctors often prescribe the same therapy when treating leg fractures. Get up. Get moving. And with supervision, start stretching and putting weight on that broken leg. The leg contains three long bones—the femur or thighbone, the […]

Lose the Pounds—Ease the Knee Pain

When it comes to weight, “lightening up” has benefits for knee pain. Knee pain is a common kind of joint pain, resulting from a variety of causes. These range from overuse and repeated movements by athletes to chronic illnesses such as arthritis. Research shows that, when it comes to your knees, what you weigh matters. […]