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- Under the foot
The importance of exercises for your foot intrinsic muscles
Your feet possess an impressively responsive articular system that allows the freedom of motion and agility required for activities of daily living and more dynamic physical activity and sports. Hence the importance of strengthening your foot intrinsic muscles throughout your life in order to retain their resiliency. Indeed, proper exercises will improve endurance, balance and […]
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How to treat a bunion?
As described in a previous article: Hallux abducto-valgus (HAV), commonly referred to as a bunion, is an articular deformation stemming from the deviation of the big toe and resulting in a bump on the inner side of the foot. It is a rather frequent and at times painful pathology, seen predominantly in women. Bunions develop generally […]
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Review of the Conference on Podiatric Sports Medicine
It was a lovely Thursday evening on March 23rd at 7 PM and an in-person conference on podiatric medicine was holding court at the Monkland Community Center. Dr. Diegal Leger, podiatrist, was accompanied by a nursing assistant, Margarita Lucas, to talk about their backgrounds and discuss the elements that highlight their professions. The goal of […]
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What Causes Foot Bunions?
Hallux abducto-valgus (HAV) is a joint deformity where the first metatarsal moves away from the second metatarsal, causing the deviation of the big toe and a bump on the inner side of the foot. It’s a fairly common condition, often referred to as a bunion. It’s not necessarily related to any particular sport, but dances […]
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Capsulitis and Synovitis in Seniors
Do you still play floor hockey with your old buddies? How about “jogging and pastries” with your neighbour? Doctor recommended Zumba classes to stretch your legs since your retirement? All these sports impact the joints or involve relatively high amplitude movements and could well cause capsulitis or synovitis. In the cases that interest us, we’re […]
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Chronic Ankle Instability: A Widespread Problem
Chronic Ankle Instability: A Widespread Problem You’ve probably sprained your ankle or lost your balance due to a weakness in the ankle, whether it was walking down a hill, running to catch a bus or playing your favourite sport. These seemingly minor incidents should not be taken lightly, especially if the sprains occur frequently. The […]
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Posterior Tibial Muscle Tendon Dysfunction
The posterior tibial muscle performs several essential functions which allow for foot movement and the support of the plantar arch during walking. This crucial muscle is located deep behind the leg, passes under the medial malleolus of the ankle and its tendon ends its course on most of the bones of the middle of the […]
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Preventive Assessment in Pediatric Podiatry
After spending the vacation season in sandals or barefoot in the sand, on the grass or on asphalt, a little preventive check-up is highly recommended for the back to school season. As you’re probably well aware, your kids grow up fast and it’s not uncommon for their shoes to be the wrong size after just […]
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Lisfranc Ligament: a Common Injury in Athletes
As you are well aware, any sporting activity can lead to negative consequences, such as an accident or injury. It’s easy to imagine, for example, an offensive lineman in football falling on his teammate’s foot. This typical scenario can sometimes result in an injury involving the Lisfranc ligament. Depending on the degree, this can range […]
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Ultrasound Imaging in Podiatry
Ultrasound Imaging in Podiatry What should you do if you feel that something abnormal is happening in your lower legs when you walk or play your favourite sport? It’s simple, book an appointment with your podiatrist in a foot clinic. He or she will then perform a general examination that includes questions, palpations and muscle […]
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My Child has a Sore Heel, is it Sever’s Disease?
My Child has a Sore Heel, is it Sever’s Disease? Watching your child thrive in sports, while developing discipline, experiencing teamwork and learning responsibility can surely bring forth a sense of pride for parents. However, the victories, laughter and skill development can sometimes be challenged by some of the aches and pains related to the […]
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Supernumerary Bones
According to the etymology of the word, supernumerary bones are simply one or more extra bones. In fact, they’re small bones that have not fused with the main bone. They’re called accessory bones. This condition, often invisible and painless, is present since birth in a small number of individuals and remains mostly unsuspected. At least, […]
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How to Relieve Perineural Fibrosis or Morton’s Neuroma
Perineural fibrosis is a rather scary term that actually represents a fairly common condition. When fibrous and fatty tissue surrounding a nerve experiences repeated trauma causing chronic inflammation and swelling, it changes and hardens. When this irritation affects the forefoot nerve between the bones (metatarsals) of the third and fourth toes, it is called Morton’s […]
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How to relieve osteoarthritis of the foot in athletes
Chronic pain affects many adults and among the most common ailments is arthrosis. This common form of joint damage is a chronic, degenerative condition that affects cartilage. Although its progression is slow in most cases, it can considerably degrade one’s quality of life. This pathology, also known as osteoarthritis, hinders athletes, among others, and can […]
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How to Treat Retrocalcaneal Bursitis
One of the most common causes of pain and swelling on the back of the heel is retrocalcaneal bursitis. It occurs when the bursa attached deep between the heel bone (calcaneus) and the Achilles tendon becomes inflamed. This small sac lined with a synovial membrane serves to fluidize movements to help protect the tissues from […]
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How Radial Shockwave Therapy Can Help
Sometimes certain musculoskeletal conditions persist, recur, or no longer respond to the usual treatments your Doctor of Podiatry may prescribe. Examples of such cases are plantar fasciitis, chronic tendinitis and calcified tendons. The body no longer seems to be able to heal itself and it may, therefore, be appropriate to provide mechanical assistance to awaken […]
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Achilles Tendinopathy: What To Do?
A new year likely brings forth several resolutions. The most common ones tend to focus on getting back into shape, likely involving running. Whether you are changing your goals, just starting out or returning to the sport, no one is immune to injury. Very common among runners is Achilles Tendinopathy, an injury to the Achilles’ […]
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Trust and Teamwork: The Essential Ingredients of an Effective Treatment Plan for your Athlete
Team spirit is an essential factor in the success of a sports activity. As parents, you can also count on teamwork to help your child practice his or her favourite sport in a healthy way. Whether you’re the designated driver, the Sunday morning motivator, the number one fan, the travelling chequebook or even an impromptu […]
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The Role of Genetics and Environment in Sports Podiatry
Scientific studies have shown that more than 170 genes factor into the practice of sports. From muscle growth to endurance and by way of physiognomy, genetics play a crucial role when trying to establish possible links amongst the causes of an injury. While it’s easy to point to heredity, such as the shape of one’s […]
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What’s a Turf toe and how to prevent it
A turf toe is an injury stemming from a soft tissue trauma (ligament, tendon, joint capsule) surrounding the big toe joint when it is bent too far up. In other words, hyperextending your big toe or applying sharp pressure to the area might lead to the famous sprain. Pain, stiffness, and swelling around the joint […]
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How to recover from a foot injury
When nice weather shows up, so do the athletes! Seasoned runners, beginner cyclists or team sports lovers, all of them frequently use their lower limbs, and no one is safe from sudden pain or persisting discomfort. Instead of assuming pain is normal in the efforts to get results or convincing yourself you’re just a little […]
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