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How Orthotics Can Prevent Bunion Surgery A bunion is a bump on the side of the great toe joint which can often become painful. In Houston, where the climate is warm, people find them unsightly. They are caused by unstable foot mechanics which can be addressed by a foot orthotic. An orthotic will make the foot work more efficiently and remove the forces that make a bunion progress. This article discusses how a properly made orthotic can help you avoid bunion surgery. Listening to Music While Running Many runners enjoy listening to music when they run. Music can serve as a motivator when a run becomes diffucult. Listening to music while running can also be dangerous if outside in unfamiliar territory. This article discusses the pros and cons of running while listening to music. Running off Excess Weight Safely Running is a popular way to lose weight. It is important for the new runner to get advice on how to train to prevent foot or ankle pain and injury. This article discusses how to run to lose weight safely. Training for a Half Marathon Half marathons have an appeal to certain runners because of the more approachable distance as compared to a full marathoner. It is one that is a good goal for beginners and for those testing the waters of distance running. Choosing and Fitting the Right Shoe for Your Child It is crucial that children be fitted for shoes properly. Especially when they are active in sports and activity, a properly fitting shoe is important for babies, toddlers, and teenagers. This article discusses what to look for in shoes for your children. Caring for a Broken Foot or Broken Ankle A broken foot or broken ankle is important to identify early to receive the proper treatment. These injuries present with pain, swelling, and bruising and often require a cast. This article discusses the severity of these broken bones and how to address them. What You Can Do For a Broken Toe Most people think that nothing can be done for a broken toe. With it, though, comes swelling and pain. This is especially true in Houston where many people prefer to walk barefoot due to the heat. This article discusses how to properly treat a broken toe. Identifying and Treating Athletes Foot Athletes foot is a common foot condition in the summertime. The fungus thrives in heat and humidity and causes dryness and itching on the feet and between the toes. This article discusses how to treat athletes foot. How to Safely Treat a Blister Blisters on feet are common when running, walking, or just when trying new shoes. The question on how to treat a blister or if you should pop a blister is a common one. This article discusses how to safely treat a blister. Choosing Running Socks for the Warm Weather Runners are usually most concerned with their running shoes. Socks, however, play a vital role in the interface of your foot to the shoe. Choosing the wrong sock can lead to injury, such as blisters. This article explores the properties of socks you want running in the warm weather. Marathon Training: The Week Before Race Day Training for a marathon is just as important the week before as it is the weeks and months leading up to the race. This article gives a day-by-day schedule of how to properly run, eat, and stretch leading up to the day of the marathon. 3 Simple Tests to Help You Choose the Right Running Shoe Many runners fall in love with their shoes, so much so that they find it impossible to part with them. Running in worn shoes puts the runner at risk for injury. Houston, TX is a tremendous running city and I see this all the time in my podiatry practice. This article discusses three simple tests to determine the right shoe for you. Five Risks of Wearing High Heels Revealed High heeled shoes have always been a fashion trend. Although the overall number of women wearing them daily has decreased, pain reported from their use has increased. Knowing the potential risks of wearing these shoes can very well prevent injury. 5 Tips to Protect Your Feet When Running In Cold Weather Many are forced indoors when confronted with cold and wet weather, but there is a safe way to run and race outdoors in less-than-ideal conditions. This article discusses some of the precautions to take when running in cold weather. All About Turf Toe Turf toe is a misunderstood foot injury, usually associated with football. This article discusses the cause of the injury and the most common course of treatment. 4 Tips on Peripheral Neuropathy You Can Use Today Peripheral Neuropathy is becoming an increasingly more common issue. The pain can be severe and causes a dramatic change in the quality of the sufferer's day and can even prevent someone from falling asleep. This article reviews four tips that can make someone suffering from peripheral neuropathy reduce their pain level and feel more comfortable. Your Child's Feet Should Not Hurt Children are often told that they will grow out of the pain in their feet and legs. The truth is that no child should suffer in pain from their lower extremity. This article examines the most common variety of pain that occurs in children and steps a parent should take to manage it. Barefoot Running: A Podiatrist's Dilemma Barefoot running is a emerging subculture in the sport of recreational running. Proponents describe significant benefits to running without shoes. Critics typically feel that shoes and support are necessary for proper foot function. Choosing the Right Orthotic With so many foot care products on the market, it is difficult to find the right one for you. This is especially true when it comes to a shoe insert or orthotic. This article discusses the different types of shoe inserts, insoles, and orthotic to aid in making the right decision as which is the right one for you. Numb Feet are a Disaster Waiting To Happen Foot pain can often be an unwanted presence, but for someone with diabetes it is a precious commodity. Peripheral neuropathy is a syndrome when the feet can be constantly numb or painful. This article discusses this syndrome and offers some available options for treatment. Ice vs. Heat: Knowing Which and When to Use Injuries happen all the time, but we never are able to remember what's the right thing to do...apply ice or heat. This article offers a concise explanation about when each is appropriate.