Monthly Archives: April 2009

Plantars Wart

A Plantars wart is a tough, horny growth that develops on the balls or heels of your feet. The Plantars wart grows inward and can be tender and cause foot pain. The portion of the wart under the skin is at least twice the size as the part you can see. Many times you will … Continue reading

Ingrown Toenail Prevention – Avoid The Pain

While an ingrown toenail is a painful and agonizing condition of the feet, there are a few things that you can do to help ingrown toenail prevention. If you want to prevent an ingrown toenail began by keeping your toenails at a moderate length. It is important to trim your toenails so that they are … Continue reading

Ingrown Toenail Treatment – Be Proactive

Toenails can be very painful if they become ingrown and can hinder you from your daily activities. Ingrown toenail treatment can be very effective if you are proactive. Ingrown toenails are when the edge or corner of your toenail grows down and cuts into the skin of your toe, causing your toe to become red, … Continue reading

Hammer Toe Flexible or Rigid

A hammertoe is a deformity in which the toe bends in a claw-like position. This deformity can be present in the second, third or fourth toe; however, it is most common in the second toe. There are two forms of hammertoe, flexible and rigid. With a flexible hammertoe the joint of the toe is able … Continue reading