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  • Yellow Toenails

    Source: Verywell Health

    Small changes to your toenails might seem harmless at first or even go unnoticed. But yellow toenails aren’t something to be ignored. Yellow nails, known medically as xanthonychia, are most often caused by a fungal infection called onychomycosis that requires treatment.

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  • Why sitting with crossed legs could be bad for you

    Source: Medical Xpress

    Sitting with the legs crossed for a long time increases the likelihood of scoliosis (abnormal alignment of the spine) and other deformities. It can also cause greater trochanteric pain syndrome, a common and painful condition that affects the outer side of the hip and thigh.

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  • Tips To Avoid Swollen Feet And Ankles During Travel

    Source: healthnews

    Swollen feet and ankles can cause discomfort during long travel or long-haul flights. A static sitting position decreases your muscle activity and restricts blood flow.

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  • Why you May Experience Foot Pain while Working from Home

    Source: Cleveland Clinic

    Foot pain is on the rise with more people working from home. A podiatrist goes over the reasons why, and how to prevent it.

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  • Swollen Big Toe

    Source: Verywell Health

    From arthritis to gout, many different conditions can cause fluid to build up, resulting in a swollen big toe (hallux edema). While some types of big toe swelling can be managed with over-the-counter (OTC) interventions, others require more invasive treatments by a healthcare provider.

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  • Causes of Toenail Pain and Treatment Options

    Source: Verywell Health

    Toenail pain may seem like a minor concern, but in some cases, it can dramatically impact your ability to go about your day. While this type of pain may develop quickly after an injury, or trauma, it can also come on more gradually if an ingrown nail or an infection is to blame.

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  • Sprained Ankle vs. Broken Ankle: What Are the Differences?

    Source: Verywell Health

    A sprained ankle and a broken ankle can result from twisting and rolling the ankle. While both conditions cause ankle pain and instability, a broken ankle is a more serious injury that requires different treatment compared to a sprained ankle.

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  • Got Bunions? Key Factors to Whether Surgery Will Work for You

    Source: HealthDay

    Researchers have stepped up with a new study highlighting the key factors that may determine the procedure, known as modified Lapidus surgery, will be unsuccessful.

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  • Stress Fractures: Causes, Risks, and Treatment Options

    Source: healthnews

    Stress fractures occur from tiny cracks in the bones from repetitive activity, referred to as cumulative trauma. Usually, stress fractures occur in the tibial and metatarsal bones (see diagrams below), but they can occur in any weight-bearing bones. Stress fractures occur in people who undergo a great deal of physical activity, such as military personnel, athletes, and runners.

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  • What Is Metatarsalgia?

    Source: Verywell Health

    Metatarsalgia refers to pain and tenderness in the ball of the foot. This pain can be caused by anything that puts excessive pressure on that part of your foot, such as too-tight shoes or intense exercise, as well as various health conditions.

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