Athlete’s foot is caused by fungal growth due to lack of fresh air and locked in moisture. It is easily treatable with cream.
Foot Health
Does Type 2 Diabetes Effect Feet? Dr. Norman Swan
Dr. Norman Swan discusses the effects diabetes can have on patients feet if left untreated. He discusses diet and lifestyle options and how to look after your feet.
5 Workouts to Build Core and Hip Strength for Runners
Core and hip strength are important for success as a runner. Use these five workouts to improve your fitness as a runner.
How Do I Deal With an Ankle Sprain? Dr. Norman Swan
Dr. Norman Swan explains how to identify between a sprained ankle and fractured ankle. He also discusses what to do in each case.
Foot pain – top 10 causes
Foot pain may be in the arch of the foot, along the outer side of the foot, on the sole or in the ball of your foot, or in the toes, heels or ankles.
Footwear health check
Our feet house a quarter of the bones in our entire bodies. This is why it's so important to ensure your shoes fit properly.
When to see a podiatrist
Do you think you may need to see a podiatrist? Learn more about the role of podiatrists in foot health – and how this can benefit your general overall health.
Diabetes and foot health
Do you have diabetes? Here is what you need to know about the connection between your feet and diabetes – and why it is so important to maintain good foot health.
Foot and lower leg pain
Are you experiencing pain in your feet or lower limbs? This can provide clues to many related ailments throughout your body. Here is a round-up of what your various pain signals may indicate.
Foot health and ageing
The condition of our feet often provides early indications of conditions such as diabetes, arthritis or circulatory disease. For this reason, the human foot is sometimes called the mirror of health.
