"Flat foot," or pes planus, is a defect of the foot that eliminates the arch. The condition is most often inherited. Arches, however, can also fall in adulthood, in which case the condition is sometimes referred to as posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD). This occurs most often in women over age 50, but it can occur in anyone. The following are risk factors for PTTD:
In July 2008, I experienced some foot pain, but felt that I could work through it by exercising. Therefore, a round of Australian tennis... Read more »
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Full Question:My mother in law, 87 years old, never had migraines has developed a symptom that makes me wonder. She says she has an... Read more »
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Alternative NamesPain - heelConsiderationsCommon CausesMost frequently heel pain is not the result of any single injury, such as a fall or twist, but... Read more »
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Prevention You can help to prevent heel pain by maintaining a healthy weight, by warming up before participating in sports and by wearing shoes that... Read more »
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Exercise and Physical TherapyThe Role of Physical TherapyPhysical therapy with a trained professional may be useful if pain has not improved after 3... Read more »
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Second degree burn; First degree burn; Third degree burn First AidFOR MINOR BURNSIf the skin is unbroken, run cool water over the area of the burn or... Read more »
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Backache; Low back pain; Lumbar pain; Pain - back Prevention Exercise is important for preventing future back pain. Through... Read more »