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14 Mar About Childhood Foot Deformities

Posted at 16:34h in Corrective Foot Care, Custom Orthotics, Foot Care Bracing, Home Foot Care, Pediatric Foot Care by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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Childhood Foot Deformities A pediatric foot deformity can be any condition that affects the bones, muscles, or ligaments of the foot. When you’re looking for someone to diagnose and treat a...

Athletes Foot Causes and Treatment Shuman Podiatry Loudoun County VA

14 Mar What Are the Complications of Fallen Arches?

Posted at 16:31h in Fallen Arches, Flat Feet, Foot Care Bracing, Foot Care Comfort, Orthotics by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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Complications of Fallen Arches The phrase “fallen arches” is the popular term for what doctors call ples planus or adult-onset flat feet. If you have flat feet as an adult, you...

07 Feb What Is Bursitis?

Posted at 18:28h in Bursitis, Corrective Foot Care, Custom Orthotics, In Patient Care, Inserts, Joint Care by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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About Bursitis Bursitis is an inflammation of the joints. It is usually caused by repeating the same physical motions over and over. These repeated motions weaken the bursa sac, which is...

Diabetic Foot Care by Dr Shuman serving Sterling, Ashburn and all of Loudoun County

03 Feb About Diabetic Shoes and Footwear

Posted at 17:33h in Diabetic Foot Care, Foot Care Comfort, Home Foot Care, Podiatrist Loudoun County Va, Tips from Foot Doctor by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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The Right Footwear for Diabetes If you have diabetes, taking care of your feet is one of the most important things you can do. Good foot health is particularly important for...

06 Jan The Right Sock for the Job

Posted at 18:59h in Foot Care Comfort, Foot Care for Runners, Tips from Foot Doctor, Walking by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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About Socks for Your Feet Your shoes are the stars of good foot health, but your socks play a major supporting role. Choosing the right socks for the right activity will...

31 Dec Cinderella Foot Surgery: Is It a Good Idea?

Posted at 17:46h in Bunions, Corrective Foot Care, Foot Care Comfort, Joint Care, Podiatrist Loudoun County Va by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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Cinderella Foot Surgery Cosmetic surgery has become increasingly popular, and its popularity has exploded in the U.S. It was only a matter of time before people decided their feet could use...

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20 Dec What is Claudication?

Posted at 19:13h in Diabetic Foot Care, Podiatrist Loudoun County Va, Sports Medicine, Tips from Foot Doctor, Walking by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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Claudication: What You Need To Know Do you have lingering aches after a workout or a hard day of work? It’s normal to experience some muscle soreness after physical exertion, but...

Heel Pain and Corrective Care Shuman Podiatric Sterling VA

13 Dec Night Splints for Plantar Fasciitis

Posted at 19:36h in Foot Care Bracing, Plantar fasciitis, Podiatrist Loudoun County Va, Tips from Foot Doctor by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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Are Night Splints Right for Your Plantar Fasciitis When you have plantar fasciitis, pain is part of the package. Fortunately, a night splint or night brace can ease the pain and...

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15 Nov Discover the Benefits of Thermoplastic Orthotics

Posted at 20:50h in Corrective Foot Care, Custom Orthotics, Foot Care Bracing, Joint Care, Orthotics, Podiatrist Loudoun County Va by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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About Thermoplastic Orthotics Thermoplastic technology has led to dramatic improvements in foot and leg braces. Thermoplastic braces are pliable, strong, and adaptable to many uses. They go beyond standard braces and...

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01 Nov Is Toenail Polish Bad for Your Nails?

Posted at 18:00h in Home Foot Care, Podiatrist Loudoun County Va, Toenail Care by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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About Toenail Polish Getting a pedicure can make your feet look and feel wonderful. Painting your toenails in assorted colors is a fun, fashionable way to show off your healthy toes,...