Foot pain for various reasons can be common among the senior population. Some of these can include a loss of padding in the heel area as the aging process happens or from existing medical conditions. Diabetes, poor circulation, and arthritis can be common conditions among people in this age bracket, and this may lead to […]
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Cold Toes May Indicate Raynaud’s Phenomenon
A condition known as Raynaud’s phenomenon is a circulatory problem that causes the blood vessels in the extremities to narrow and restrict blood flow. This can cause the toes to become cold and even turn blue. There are two types of Raynaud’s phenomenon, primary and secondary. Primary has no known cause, but secondary may occur in […]
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Facts About Plantar Warts
Plantar warts, also called verruca, are hardened growths that usually develop on the sole of the foot. They appear as rough, grainy, rounded lesions that may be covered by calluses and have tiny black dots. Plantar warts typically cause pain on the ball or heel of the foot, where they are most likely to form. This can […]
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Facts About Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis, or RA, is an auto-immune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints. The feet, which contain multiple joints, are often affected by this inflammatory condition. The immune system, instead of protecting the joints, sends antibodies into the lining of the joints causing the tissue surrounding the joint to become inflamed. […]
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