September 2016

September 2016

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Flat Feet Symptoms | Signs of Fallen Arches & their Treatment

Are the arches on the inside of your feet flattened in a way that allows the entire sole to touch the floor when you stand up? If yes, you are suffering from Flat feet. What are Flat Feet or Fallen Arches? When we look at an adult foot from the inside, we usually notice an upward curve in the middle called an arch. The arch is formed by Tendons which are tight bands that attach the heel and foot bones. Several tendons in our feet and lower leg work together to form the arches in our foot.When all the tendons pull the proper amount, our foot forms a moderate, normal arch. When the tendons do not pull together properly, there is little or no arch. This is the condition called Flat foot or Fallen arch. Flat feet could be a common and usually a painless condition, when the arches just don’t develop during childhood or in some other cases, it develops after an injury or from the simple wear-and-tear stresses of age. Flat Feet Signs or Symptoms : If you aren’t having pain, flat feet does not normally call for any treatment but this condition can sometimes contribute to problems in your ankles and knees as it can lead to alter the alignment of your legs. Most people have no signs or symptoms associated with flatfeet. But some people with flatfeet experience foot pain, particularly in the heel or arch area and this pain may worsen with activity. It can also lead to swelling along the inside of the ankle. Other factors that increase the risk of flat feet include obesity, injury to your foot or ankle, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes and ageing. Arches can fall over time. Years of wear and tear can weaken the tendon that runs along the inside of your ankle and helps support your arch. But nothing to worry, your local Podiatrist at Health & Style Medical Centre is always at your rescue. Just call us on 02 633 0515 / 055 511 6072 to schedule an appointment. Flat feet in Children: Flat foot can be quite normal in infants and toddlers as the arch of the foot is still under development in this stage. Generally these arches develop throughout childhood but in some people, these arches may never develop. This is a normal variation in foot type and people without arches may or may not have problems.Some children have flexible flatfoot, a condition in which the arch is visible when the child is sitting or standing on tiptoes but disappears when the child stands. Most children outgrow flexible flatfoot without any problems. Flat Feet or Fallen Arches Treatment Wait no longer when the pain factor strikes! Do not ignore your child if they complain of foot pain. You need to seek professional advice to avoid future complications. Visit us at Health & Style Medical Centre, 1st Floor Office, BHS Building, Hamdan Street, Abu Dhabi to find the root cause. We are open Sunday – Thursday (9:00am-6:30pm) and alternate Saturdays too!

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Heel Pain Causes & Treatments – Get Relief from Pain Gently

Reasons behind your Painful Heels! Are you here feeling the same? Wanting to know why your heel hurts?? With our heel providing much-needed support and balance to your foot, it can be a major chore to be walking, running or even just standing for too long when they hurt. There are a few common reasons why people experience heel pain and luckily there are solutions available at our end from your own Abu Dhabi Podiatrists, right here in the heart of Abu Dhabi. If your heel hurts, explore the possible conditions and treatments available at Health & Style Medical Centre, 1st Floor Office, BHS Building, Hamdan Street, Abu Dhabi. Heel Pain Causes Heel Spurs Suffering from Heel spurs?? But what are they? They are bony growths that develop on the heel of the foot and can get very painful indeed. They are deposits of calcium that build up over time due to intense pressure on the heel, most common in athletes and people who are overweight. Wearing poorly made shoes, walking abnormally, or having flat feet can also put you at risk for heel spurs. This issue is resolved with orthotics, physical therapy, foot taping, and surgery in advanced cases and we at Health & Style Medical Centre have customized shoes to cater to your needs! Plantar Fasciitis Suffering from Plantar Fasciitis?? The thick tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot is called the plantar fascia. The inflammation of plantar fascia connected to the heel can cause pain which is also a problem common in athletes who run long distances or for long periods of time, and in overweight patients. Again call in at Health & Style Medical Centre and explore your solutions! Calluses, Rawness and Irritation Is it Calluses, Rawness and Irritation caused by too much rough contact with the back of your shoe? Sounds quite silly to approach for a treatment right? But No… this causes redness and irritation of the heel that can make it almost impossible to walk and leads to the development of heel calluses. Women wearing high heels often have this problem. But again, we have an answer at Health & Style Medical Centre. Your podiatrist can reduce the appearance of calluses using special tools. You need to Get Treatment for Your Sore Heels!! We understand heel pain can be unbearable—especially if you have to be on your feet for long periods of time for work or sports. If your heel hurts, why wait? Come to our Abu Dhabi podiatry clinic or call us today on 02 633 0515 / 055 511 6072 to schedule an appointment. We are open Sunday – Thursday (9:00am-6:30pm) and alternate Saturdays too! Soothe your heel pain and we’ll help you to get back on your feet!

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The Abu Dhabi Podiatry heel pain Clinic  at Health and style Medical Center renders services to frequent patients per year. In Abu Dhabi Podiatry Clinic Diabetic foot care and general preventative care services are emphasized in the clinic while special procedures including nail and skin reconstruction are also available.

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