Bottom-of-the-foot pain can result from injuries, including sprains and fractures, or other health conditions like flat feet and arthritis. The location of the pain can help identify the cause. Many ...
Foot support New evidence about the active role muscles play in the foot could have implications for the design of running shoes and the debate on barefoot running, say researchers. It could also ...
Foot care is essential for runners, and one common nuisance many of us face is foot cramps either during or after runs. Sometimes it involves the arch of our feet or our toes. No matter where the ...
It’s easy to exercise the muscles you can see—your biceps, your quads—but there are more muscles in your body than just the big ones. We’ve talked before about the muscles in your hands and forearms, ...
HOUSTON, Oct. 7, 2002 – These boots weren't made for walkin', but "space boots" under development at the University of Houston may help astronauts stay healthy and readjust more quickly to walking ...
If you want to boost your longevity through strength training, but you're unsure of where to begin, here are the top ...
A tendon is a type of body tissue that connects muscle to bone. If a tendon becomes inflamed — painful and swollen — the condition is called tendonitis. In your hands, there are so-called extensor ...
"Almost no footwear" today supports it, says this gait specialist, who explains the aha! connection between the feet and ...
In October of 1998, Ray Pugsley continued his improvement towards the elite distance runners in the U.S. by running 49:12 to finish second in the Army 10 Miler. It was the longest race that the 5K ...
The foot has a complicated anatomical structure with many parts, all of which have specific functions. Due to this complex structure, there are many conditions that can affect feet. The structure of ...
Conditions that can cause bumps on the bottom of the feet include plantar warts and fibromas, cysts, and eczema. Some causes require medical treatment, including medication, orthotics, and physical ...