The most common problems with toes are deformities. These deformities could be hereditary or acquired due to inappropriate footwear or a combination of both. Additionally, such deformities occur in some arthritis or neurological diseases.
Dry skin
Dry skin often occurs on the feet when the skin loses its moisture resulting in cracking or peeling. Symptoms commonly associated with dry skin include itching, flaking, and stretch marks. Sometimes dry skin can be the result of chronic diseases (i.e. Diabetes) so it should not be neglected. In most cases, dry skin is treated with intense hydration, but there are also cases that need special treatment.
Onychocryptosis / Ingrown Toenail
It is called the condition where the side of the nail has penetrated the skin. It may present inflammation as well as pain, and it is difficult to treat without professional help. The most common causes are tight shoes, incorrect nail trimming, hyperhidrosis, and obesity.
“Biomechanics” is defined as the scientific specialty that deals with the application of the principles and methods of engineering and technology in the study, understanding, treatment and rehabilitation of the human musculoskeletal system. More specifically, podiatry biomechanics includes the study of posture and gait, with the aim of treating and restoring the function of the foot and its correlation with the rest of the musculoskeletal system.
It is a fact that people who do sports either professionally or as a hobby often suffer from injuries. Such injuries are usually due to increased pressure on the legs during sports activity. For example, when we run the body absorbs up to 3 times its weight in each step. Research has shown that 79% of those who run systematically as a way of exercising, are injured within 1 year and 70% of these injuries recur. Lower limb injuries account for 72% of all running injuries.