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 7, 2023 | General Podiatry
The big toe is surrounded by a series of ligaments, tendons, fibrous tissues, joint capsule and bones. This structure stabilises the joint. However, with sudden force or repetitive jamming, the metatarsophalangeal joint (MTP) or the big toe joint can become...
by Chek Digital | Mar 17, 2023 | General Podiatry
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease which causes changes to the joints over the years. It is a chronic condition where the cartilage in the joints deteriorate gradually. Due to the shear amount of weight bearing joints, the foot is one of the most...
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