General
Foot Health Brochures
- Foot and Ankle Injuries
Foot and ankle emergencies happen every day. Broken
bones, dislocations, sprains, contusions, infections,
and other serious injuries can occur at any time.
Early attention is vitally important. Whenever you
sustain a foot or ankle injury, you should seek immediate
treatment from a podiatric physician. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=371&DID=9412
- Footwear
Proper footwear can reduce foot problems. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=371&DID=9396
- Forefoot Surgery
Many foot problems do not respond to “conservative”
management. Your podiatric physician can determine
when surgical intervention may be helpful. Often when
pain or deformity persists, surgery may be appropriate
to alleviate discomfort or to restore the function
of your foot. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=371&DID=9399
- General Foot Health
Information on general foot health. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=371&DID=9406
- Hammertoes
A hammertoe is a contracture—or bending—
of the toe at the first joint of the digit, called
the proximal interphalangeal joint. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=371&DID=9404
- Heel Pain
Heel pain has many causes. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=371&DID=9408
- High Blood Pressure
It's important to let your podiatrist know
about high blood pressure. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=371&DID=9410
- Leg Cramps
You might be surprised to learn that leg pain that
develops during walking—and then goes away only
with rest—can be caused by intermittent claudication
(IC), a potentially disabling yet treatable medical
condition. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=371&DID=16860
- Nail Problems
Toenails often serve as barometers of our health;
they are diagnostic tools providing the initial signal
of the presence or onset of systemic diseases. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=371&DID=9418
- Neuromas
A neuroma is a painful condition, also referred to
as a “pinched nerve” or a nerve tumor.
It is a benign growth of nerve tissue frequently found
between the third and fourth toes that brings on pain,
a burning sensation, tingling, or numbness between
the toes and in the ball of the foot. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=371&DID=9420
- Orthotics
Orthotics are shoe inserts that are intended to correct
an abnormal, or irregular, walking pattern. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=371&DID=9423
- Rearfoot Surgery
Many conditions can affect the back portion of the
foot and ankle. Fortunately, many of these problems
can be resolved through conservative treatments. However
when pain persists or deformity occurs, surgical intervention
can often help alleviate pain, reduce deformity, and/or
restore the function of your foot or ankle. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=371&DID=9426
- Walking
For a healthier, happier lifestyle, try walking --
the most popular form of exercise. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=371&DID=9428
- Warts
Warts are one of several soft tissue conditions of
the foot that can be quite painful. They are caused
by a virus, which generally invades the skin through
small or invisible cuts and abrasions. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=371&DID=9430
Sports Medicine Brochures
- Aerobics And Your Feet
The bottom line when undertaking an aerobic dance
program is to be careful and responsible. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=372&DID=9356
- Baseball And Your Feet
Like all vigorous exercise, baseball and softball
should be played sensibly and safely. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=372&DID=9357
- Basketball and Your Feet
In basketball, tremendous pressure is exerted on the
foot and ankle. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=372&DID=16831
- Contact Sports And Your Feet
With proper conditioning, equipment, and technique,
competitors in contact sports have successful, healthy
playing seasons. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=372&DID=9363
- Cycling And Your Feet
Cycling is more than just fun. It's an extremely efficient
way to keep in shape and improve cardiovascular fitness.
http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=372&DID=9365
- Exercise Walking And Your Feet
The fundamental health benefits of exercise walking
are many. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=372&DID=9377
- Fitness And Your Feet
As you exercise, pay attention to what your body,
including your feet, tells you. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=372&DID=9367
- Golf And Your Feet
Good foot action is the mark of an accomplished golfer.
http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=372&DID=9369
- Running And Your Feet
Nowhere is the miracle of the foot more clear than
watching the human body in motion. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=372&DID=9371
- Sports And Your Children's Feet
Children's sports used to mean baseball, basketball,
or football. That's changed. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=372&DID=9361
- Tennis And Your Feet
Tennis provides a total aerobic body workout, and
regular play is a relatively safe and enjoyable way
to stay fit. http://apma.org/s_apma/doc.asp?CID=372&DID=9375
Walking and Your Feet
All sites below accessible at: http://apma.org/s_apma/sec.asp?CID=431&DID=17207
- Winning Best Walking Cities 2004
A list of the 12 winning U.S. walking cities for 2004's
competition
- Walking Shoe Selection
A guide to choosing the right shoes for all ages,
especially for walking
- Alternatives to Walking
A list of other activities for those days when you
need a little change of pace
- Stretches for Exercise Walkers
Stretching tips and techniques to keep you on your
feet
- Walking Facts
Facts on the benefits of walking
- Walking Tips for Seniors
Diabetes Foot Health Information
All sites below accessible at: http://apma.org/s_apma/sec.asp?CID=430&DID=17206
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