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A disorder of the smaller toes, hammertoe is a deformation of a toe, giving it a curled look. In mild cases, you may only notice a bend in the toe that doesn’t relax, but in later stages, it’s a source of pain and other complications.

Broken bones come in a wide manner of types. Severe fractures are often obvious, but when it comes to your feet, stress fractures are the most common, and these sometimes produce few or no symptoms. You could have a fracture without knowing it.

When you have reduced blood flow in your legs, a common condition with aging or with certain conditions like diabetes, healing occurs at less than peak efficiency. When an ulcer or other wound appears, healthy recovery may be a challenge.

Chronic or serious ingrown toenails can require surgery to clear infection and prevent recurrence. Here’s what you need to know about managing your ingrown toenail before your procedure.

Gout is an inflammatory arthritic condition caused by crystals formed from uric acid, a byproduct of digestion of purines, chemicals found in certain foods. It can cause severe pain, swelling, and warmth, usually in the big toe.

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. The feet of those with diabetes are at particular risk from nerve and blood vessel damage. Daily self-checks of your feet can help you detect problems early for prompt treatment. It may save your feet. 

Orthotics add cushioning and support for your feet beyond the scope of the inserts usually included in new shoes. Helping to stabilize your foot position, orthotics relieve discomfort and pain from a range of foot conditions.

You notice your big toe gradually shifting toward the second toe, forming a bump on the inside of your foot. Now, you're left wondering if surgery is the right choice. Here are some indications that you need treatment to prevent further problems.