Foot Health
Hometown Health Blog
How to step up to manage bunions
Narrow, pointy-toed, high-heeled shoes may be perfect for your outfit, but not so great for your feet. Pressure on your big toes can lead to bunions. Take steps to relieve this painful condition.
Sprained your ankle — now what?
A sprained ankle is one of the most common injuries and can range from minor to severe. Learn why prompt evaluation and treatment are key to recovery.
Expert tips for running shoe fit
Running doesn't require much gear, but well-fitting, running-specific shoes are a must. Start by shopping at a specialty shoe store and keep these expert tips in mind to ensure a good fit.
Heel pain? It might be plantar fasciitis
If you experience excruciating heel pain when taking those first steps in the morning, think plantar fasciitis. This common condition is easily treated. Learn who's susceptible and how to get relief.
Ankle instability causes and fixes
Multiple sprains, an old break, rolling, inflammatory disease or age can lead to activity-limiting ankle instability, stiffness and pain. Learn about treatments to keep you moving with confidence.
How to determine your foot arch type
Whether you're a casual or competitive athlete, sports put tremendous pressure on your feet, ankles and legs. Here's how to choose a shoe that best fits your foot.
Diabetes: 4 steps to put your best foot forward
A complication of diabetes is restricted blood flow to your feet. Follow these steps to develop a daily foot care routine to minimize infection and injury.
Changes due to COVID-19 pandemic can affect feet
The transition to home for work and school has led more people to skip wearing shoes. While it may feel good in the short term, the lack of arch and foot support can cause some problems. Here's what you need to know.
A 'miracle cure' for plantar fasciitis
Austin, Minnesota, resident Gayle Faber, 69, suffered through plantar fasciitis for several years. But five years ago, Faber came across what some would call a miracle cure.
Foot surgery success for Turtle Lake woman
A recent foot surgery has helped put the pep back in Jeanie Bruner’s step.