by Chek Digital | Dec 8, 2023 | General Podiatry
Running injuries are extremely common and can occur when you forgo stretching, push yourself too hard or change your running frequency or distance too quickly. The repetitive impact of running can take a toll on your lower body, which is why the knees, legs and...
by Chek Digital | Nov 10, 2023 | General Podiatry, Heel Pain
Chronic ankle pain commonly occurs on the outer side of the ankle and develops after an ankle injury such as a sprain or fracture. Depending on the cause and severity, you may feel ongoing pain or stiffness of the ankle 6 months or more after an ankle injury. It can...
by Chek Digital | Oct 20, 2023 | Children's Podiatry, General Podiatry
Haglund’s Deformity, also known as ‘pump bump’ or retrocalcaneal bursitis, is a common condition where a bony protrusion forms at the back of the heel. It is commonly accompanied by a bursa which develops to protect the bone from friction and rubbing. It can...
by Chek Digital | Sep 5, 2023 | General Podiatry
What is Plantar Fibromatosis? Plantar Fibromatosis or Ledderhouse Disease is a condition that refers to the tendency to develop plantar fibromas. These are rare, benign (not cancerous) growths that appear on the plantar fascia. These occur on the bottom of your foot...
by Chek Digital | Jun 22, 2023 | Children's Podiatry
The term “Growing Pains” is a general term that describes many different conditions that affect the lower limb. They can affect anyone from the age of about 3 years old to adolescence. This will often be after having spent a lot of time walking around, after...
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