by Chek Digital | Feb 3, 2023 | General Podiatry
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an auto-immune condition where your immune system mistakenly attacks the lining of joints. This damage causes painful inflammation and stiffness to the area. Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic, progressive condition that can affect...
by Chek Digital | Jan 20, 2023 | General Podiatry
Dorsal Compression Syndrome is one of the most common causes of foot pain in the world. It is a condition where the ligaments along the top of the midfoot become inflamed causing pain along the top of the feet. Source Image In this blog we explain the...
by Chek Digital | Dec 9, 2022 | General Podiatry
The peroneal tendons are located in the foot which connect your lower leg to the side of your foot. It provides stability to the ankle when weight bearing and also protects it from sprains. Peroneal tendonitis is the term for the enlargement,...
by Chek Digital | Nov 25, 2022 | General Podiatry
Toe pain is any uncomfortable sensation in the toes. It may range from irritating to debilitating, it can be sudden pain or gradual, last briefly or remain constant. Most cases of toe pain can be treated with over-the-counter products and medications, however some may...
by Chek Digital | Nov 11, 2022 | General Podiatry
A bursa is a small sac filled with fluid that is found near tendons, ligaments and muscles within the foot. It acts as a cushion to help protect the foot structure. Bursitis is the inflammation and swelling of the fluid-filled sac and with pressure and movement it...
by Chek Digital | Oct 28, 2022 | General Podiatry
Dry needling is a common technique performed to treat pressure points within the feet. Fine needles are inserted into knots to relax the muscle and reduce the tension and associated pain. It is to release trigger points, assist with pain management and restore...
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