http://www.articlealley.com en-us editorial@articlealley.com Copyright (c) 2010 Eamon Greville Hammertoes sometimes also known as claw toe or mallet toe can occur in the second, third, or fourth toe, though generally the second toe is most commonly affected. Women are the most frequent sufferers of hammertoes. ... http://www.articlealley.com/http://abdalesales.articlealley.com/hammertoes--essential-advice-on-causes-and-treatment-1360817.html 22nd January 2010 The fifth toe on our foot takes a lot of abuse largely thanks to the fashionable shoes we wear. This little toe is squeezed, squashed, smashed and shoved into footwear of all shapes and sizes. The unfortunate results are foot deformities and injuries th... http://www.articlealley.com/http://janebaron.articlealley.com/deformities-that-affect-the-little-toe-1120741.html 25th September 2009 If you are looking for a line of dress shoes that looks stylish but will give you top quality support, traction and motion control, check out Etonic's collection of Soft-Tech shoes. The shoe SFT20-1 comes in Black/Black, White/Black and White/White. I... http://www.articlealley.com/http://janebaron.articlealley.com/etonic-softtech-dress-shoes-1046323.html 21st August 2009 New Balance has long been popular among runners and avid walkers for their comfortable athletic shoes. Their line of custom orthopedic shoes promises the same level of quality that their customers have come to expect. Each New Balance Orthopedic Shoe is... http://www.articlealley.com/http://kentsmith.articlealley.com/new-balance-orthopedic-shoes-985114.html 17th July 2009 It is always a good idea to try shoes on before you buy them. This is especially true for athletes or for individuals with foot problems. People with diabetes, lymphedema or any number of foot deformities (bunions, corns, hammertoe, claw toe, plantar fa... http://www.articlealley.com/http://kentsmith.articlealley.com/all-you-need-to-know-about-fitting-shoes-983216.html 16th July 2009 With the start of the summer holidays just around the corner, thinking about the children going back to school is probably the last thought on many parents mind. However, now is exactly the right time to consider what your child will be wearing on thei... http://www.articlealley.com/http://thomasbray.articlealley.com/a-parents-top-tips-to-buying-the-right-shoes-for-their-children-981582.html 16th July 2009 Charcot Marie Tooth disease (CMT) is a hereditary disorder that affects the nervous system. It is also known as Hereditary Motor and Sensory Neuropathy (HMSN), Hereditary Sensorimotor Neuropathy (HSMAN) and Peroneal Muscular Atrophy. With 37 out of ever... http://www.articlealley.com/http://kentsmith.articlealley.com/cavus-foot-a-symptom-of-charcot-marie-tooth-disease-979852.html 16th July 2009 • Athlete's Foot. A skin disease caused by a fungus and characterized by dry, itchy, flaky skin. Prevent athlete's foot by washing the feet regularly and wearing sandals in public showers. • Bunions. A hereditary condition characterized by a bum... http://www.articlealley.com/http://kentsmith.articlealley.com/dictionary-of-common-foot-ailments-979360.html 15th July 2009 A surprising number of Americans have feet that are two different sizes. Some studies estimate the number is upwards of sixty-percent. Many of these people can get away with fitting both feet into the same size shoes. If the feet are just a half-size a... http://www.articlealley.com/http://kentsmith.articlealley.com/finding-the-right-pair-of-shoes-to-prevent-foot-injury-and-foot-deformity-976222.html 11th July 2009 Investing in a pair of orthopedic shoes is well worth the money, especially if you suffer from a foot condition or deformity, or are recovering from a foot injury. But before you spend major bucks on that pricey pair of shoes that is supposed to miraculo... http://www.articlealley.com/http://kentsmith.articlealley.com/what-to-look-for-in-an-orthopedic-shoe-975767.html 10th July 2009 The symptoms of a Morton's neuroma tend to develop gradually over time. At first, you may only notice pain when you wear narrow shoes or put unusual stress on your foot. Pain may quickly dissipate if you massage the affected area or take your shoes off.... http://www.articlealley.com/http://kentsmith.articlealley.com/how-do-i-know-if-i-have-a-mortons-neuroma-973949.html 09th July 2009 Foot ulcers are open sores or wounds on the feet that can be very shallow or very deep. They are associated with diabetics who suffer from diabetic foot (a condition caused by decreased sensation and poor circulation in the lower limbs), but they can als... http://www.articlealley.com/http://kentsmith.articlealley.com/wound-care-for-foot-ulcers-972667.html 09th July 2009 Though the polio vaccine has nearly eradicated the polio virus among the populations of industrialized nations, people whose lives were affected by paralytic polio before the vaccine became largely available in the late 1950's and 1960's continue to live ... http://www.articlealley.com/http://kentsmith.articlealley.com/foot-problems-associated-with-polio-970577.html 07th July 2009 Q: What are the most common reasons for toe amputation? A: Toes may need to be amputated for a variety of reasons. One of the most common reasons is infection. A toe may be removed to prevent an infection from spreading to the bone or bloodstream,... http://www.articlealley.com/http://kentsmith.articlealley.com/toe-amputation-causes-and-consequences-968953.html 06th July 2009 These are some of the characteristics you should keep in mind when searching for a comfortable pair of walking shoes: • Look for a wide toe box (both length and depth). This will prevent unnecessary pinching or pressure in the toe area and will prot... http://www.articlealley.com/http://robyjohn.articlealley.com/characteristics-of-comfortable-shoes-965579.html 05th July 2009 Walking is a great way for a diabetic to keep in shape. Not only is it good for the overall health of your body, but it also promotes healthy circulation in your lower legs and feet. Choosing the proper pair of walking shoes is important. 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Broken bones, stress fractures, sprained ankles and strained ankles are only a few of the most common foot injuries. Foot surgery is also necessary to correct common foot deformities su... http://www.articlealley.com/http://kent.articlealley.com/caring-for-an-injured-foot-919763.html 06th June 2009 The quick and crucial answer to the question, "What's the difference between flat and flaccid feet?" is that flat feet, though they have fallen arches, retain mobility whereas flaccid feet have lost the ability to move at all. Both conditions are long te... http://www.articlealley.com/http://kent.articlealley.com/long-term-affects-of-polio--whats-the-difference-between-flat-and-flaccid-feet-900908.html 18th May 2009 Polio is an extremely contagious virus that swept through the US during the earlier half of the twentieth century and now has largely been eradicated by the polio vaccine, created by Jonas Salk in the 1950s. It is transmitted between people usually throu... http://www.articlealley.com/http://kent.articlealley.com/polio-and-foot-deformity-899237.html 18th May 2009 Essentially a person is said to have claw toes, if his/her toe is contracted at the middle and end joints. This can lead to severe pain and pressure. Caused by the tightening of the ligaments and tendons that curls down the toe joints. Except for the b... http://www.articlealley.com/http://maasismith.articlealley.com/claw-toe-education--how-to-heal-the-severe-pain-668304.html 17th October 2008