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24 Jun Best Walking Shoes Considerations for Senior Adults

Posted at 21:09h in Custom Orthotics, Foot Care Comfort, Home Foot Care, Podiatrist Loudoun County Va, Tips from Foot Doctor by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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Healthy Walking Practices - Shoe Selection Walking is a great way for senior adults to stay active and maintain their overall health. However, to ensure a comfortable and safe walking experience,...

31 May What Causes Discolored Toe Nails?

Posted at 15:06h in Fungal Nail Care, Home Foot Care, Podiatrist Loudoun County Va, Sports Medicine, Tips from Foot Doctor, Toe Nail Health by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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Understanding the Causes of Discolored Toe Nails Discolored toenails can be a cause for concern and may impact one's self-confidence. Understanding the underlying causes is crucial to addressing the issue effectively....

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22 May Numbness in Toes

Posted at 18:26h in Corrective Foot Care, Diabetic Foot Care, Foot Care Comfort, Tips from Foot Doctor by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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Why Do My Toes Go Numb? Have you ever experienced a tingling or numb sensation in your toes? It can be a strange and uncomfortable feeling. But why does it happen?...

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06 May Toe Sprain and What You Can Do

Posted at 17:16h in Custom Orthotics, Foot Care Comfort, Sports Injuries, Sprains and Strains, Tips from Foot Doctor by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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What is a Toe Sprain? A toe sprain is a common injury that occurs when the ligaments in the toe are stretched or torn. This can happen as a result of...

19 Apr Wart Removal Options for Feet

Posted at 18:01h in Home Foot Care, Podiatrist Loudoun County Va, Sport Team Foot Care, Tips from Foot Doctor, Wart Removal by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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Warts are small, rough growths on the skin caused by a viral infection. They are commonly found on the feet and can be uncomfortable and unsightly. If you have warts...

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14 Apr What is a Pronated Foot?

Posted at 22:37h in Corrective Foot Care, Custom Orthotics, Foot Care for Runners, Orthotics for Atheletes, Pediatric Foot Care, Pronated Foot Care by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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Understanding Pronated Foot A pronated foot is a term used to describe a type of foot posture where the foot rolls inward and the arch collapses. This is also known as...

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14 Mar Great Foot-Focused Stretches for Everyone

Posted at 18:35h in Foot Care Comfort, Foot Care for Runners, Heel Pain, Home Foot Care, Podiatrist Loudoun County Va, Stretching for Feet, Tips from Foot Doctor by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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Home Healthy Feet - Stretches Foot-focused stretches are essential for maintaining healthy and happy feet. Whether you’re an athlete, a busy worker on your feet all day, or just someone who...

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15 Feb What is Cinderella Surgery?

Posted at 16:19h in Bunions, Corn and Calluses, Corrective Foot Care, Fallen Arches, Foot Care Comfort by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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Cinderella surgery is a term used to describe a set of cosmetic foot surgeries that aim to make women's feet look more aesthetically pleasing in high heels and other fashionable...

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13 Feb Common Causes of Bunions

Posted at 21:32h in Bunions, Corrective Foot Care, Custom Orthotics, Foot Care Bracing, Foot Care Comfort by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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More about Bunions A bunion is a painful bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of the big toe. It is a common foot problem that can make...

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19 Jan Improve Your Performance with a Team Podiatrist

Posted at 17:23h in Athletes Foot, Custom Orthotics, Foot Care for Runners, Orthotics for Atheletes, Podiatrist Loudoun County Va, Proper Shoe Sizing, Sport Team Foot Care, Sports Injuries, Sports Medicine by Joanna Shuman 0 Comments

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Enhance Team Performance with a Podiatrist Contrary to what you might think, a team doctor is not something only professional sports teams need. Most athletes suffer injuries to their legs, ankles,...