Plantar Fasciitis is thickening of the plantar fascia, a band of tissue running underneath the sole of the foot. The thickening can be due to recent damage or injury, or can be because of an accumulation of smaller injuries over the years. Plantar fasciitis can be painful and is more common in woman. You are more likely to… Read More »
An ingrown toenail (onychocryptosis) develops when the sides of the toenail grow into the surrounding skin. The big toe is often affected, either on one or both sides. The nail curls and pierces the skin, which becomes red, swollen and tender. Pain, inflammation and a build up of fluid (oedema) in the area surrounding the… Read More »
Athlete’s foot is a skin infection caused by a fungus that likes the damp, warm and airless conditions that exist between the toes. Anyone can get athlete’s foot and it is easily spread from person to person. This may happen in environments such as swimming pools or changing rooms. Athlete’s foot tends to start between… Read More »
Corns and calluses are areas of hard, thickened skin that develop when the skin is exposed to excessive pressure or friction. They commonly occur on the feet and can cause pain and discomfort when you walk. Corns Corns are areas of thick skin that usually develop on the tops and sides of toes or on the… Read More »