Instead, all your toes lift together or barely move at all. It feels strange because your fingers respond so easily while your toes seem stubborn and clumsy. The truth is that nothing is wrong with ...

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The feet are among the most underappreciated parts of the body. They carry us through our daily lives, bearing our weight, helping us stay balanced and absorbing the shock of every step (and misstep) ...

Most of us take walking for granted — until it becomes too painful. When you’re dealing with ball of foot pain, each step can cause a sharp, burning sensation behind your toes. And even small tasks, ...

Walking for miles through beautiful scenery is any hiker’s idea of heaven, but if you’re prone to uncomfortable swelling in your feet when you get out in the hills, you might be having second thoughts ...

Aug. 6 is National Wiggle Your Toes Day. Funny story. The other evening, I was feeling kind of wiggly myself, and then I thought, “Why am I wiggly? Oh my gosh, is this restless leg syndrome?” The down ...

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"Almost no footwear" today supports it, says this gait specialist, who explains the aha! connection between the feet and lifespan.