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Achilles tendonitis is an inflammation of the Achilles tendon. Like many other foot disorders, including bunions, hammertoes, and neuromas, Achilles tendonitis will get progressively worse and may eventually lead to degeneration of the tendon if not properly diagnosed and treated by a foot care doctor or podiatrist in Boston. |
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Hammertoe is the term used to describe a bending in the joint of the toe. A hammertoe can occur in one toe or in several toes, with the exception of the big toe. When more than one toe is affected the condition is referred to in the plural, hammertoes. This abnormal bending of the joints can result in unsightly lesions or pain from pressure of the toes when wearing shoes. If you suspect you have a hammertoe consult a podiatrist in Boston to confirm a diagnosis since the condition can get progressively worse over time. |
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A neuroma is a swelling or thickening of a nerve in your body but when it comes to neuromas in your foot, there’s a special name for it, Morton's neuroma. This type of neuroma typically occurs at the base of the third and fourth toes near the ball of the foot. If neuromas are not treated, they may lead to permanent nerve damage, so consult a Boston podiatry specialist if you think you may have a neuroma in your foot. |
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A bunion looks like a “bump” on the joint of the big toe; however, these bumps are not calluses. Instead they result from the bones in your foot becoming misaligned. More often than not, the big toe is leaning inward towards the middle toe giving the appearance of a bump on the joint. Bunions are a progressive disease that warrants treatment by a Boston podiatry specialist or foot doctor early on. |
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Plantar Warts (Verruca Plantaris) |
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Warts are soft tissue growths that can occur on anywhere on the skin, including the soles of your feet. A wart that develops on the bottom of your foot is called a plantar wart. Warts are usually not painful, although they can be if a plantar wart is located on the ball or heel of the foot. |
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Tips to a Foot Friendly Pedicure |
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A regular pedicure can be a relaxing and enjoyable part of your regular foot care routine and there is no shortage of fantastic salons in Boston. Foot care is serious business, though. So, before you head to your Boston foot care salon, there are a few key things to remember to protect your foot health. |
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Understanding Heel and/or Arch Pain |
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Heel and arch pain are more common than you may think. No matter the cause, this pain, known as plantar fasciitis, can interfere with daily activities and quality of life. |
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