If you have noticed that your second, third, or fourth toe is starting to curl downward like a claw, you might be tempted to blame it on a bad pair of shoes or simply getting older. However, your toe is not just randomly bending. Underneath the skin, a microscopic, relentless tug-of-war is happening between the tendons in your foot—and right now, the wrong side is winning.
Read MoreIf you spend any time on fitness or wellness social media, you’ve probably seen those colorful silicone devices that look like a pedicure tool gone rogue. Toe spacers, also known as toe spreaders or separators, are being marketed as a cure-all for everything from bunions to poor balance.
Read MoreStep into Thanksgiving with style, but watch out for hidden costs! PodiatryCare, PC, and the Heel Pain Center warns about the painful price of fashion: bunions. Get relief and expert care for happy, pain-free feet. Call (860) 741-3041 (Enfield) or (860) 644-6525 (South Windsor) for appointments.
Read MoreApril is National Foot Health Awareness Month, and we hope to remind you to put your feet first.
Read MoreWe’ve seen the downside of picking the wrong shoes. They were popular or cool but lacked support. From flat feet pain to irritating bunions, there are many cons to choosing shoes unwisely.
Read MoreAlthough walking is considered a low-impact exercise, there is still much preparation. From foot health to overall health, do your part to make sure that you are doing it the right way.
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