by Stephanie Cosgrove | Aug 16, 2010 | Info Sheets
Sweaty feet / Smelly feet / Hyperhidrosis This article will discuss normal sweating creating odour and excessive sweating of the hands and feet. Perspiration has a purpose in humans. Its evaporation allows the skin to cool and the body to get rid of excess heat. ...
by Stephanie Cosgrove | Aug 16, 2010 | Info Sheets
Symptoms of Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome Tarsal Tunnel syndrome symptoms include: Burning or tingling feet, particularly at night or at rest. More activity during the day means worse trouble at night, Usually not painful while active Often described as affecting ‘the whole...
by Stephanie Cosgrove | Aug 16, 2010 | FAQ-reviewed, Info Sheets
What is gout? Gout is an acute inflammatory joint condition and therefore an ‘arthritis’ (which is literally Latin for ‘inflamed joint’). Gout generally begins with an attack of extraordinary pain where the joint becomes red, hot, swollen and obviously in distress to...
by Stephanie Cosgrove | Aug 6, 2010 | Info Sheets
The purpose of this information is to learn how to minimize and prevent the complications that can accompany diabetes mellitus. Specifically, this document relates to foot and leg issues but many of those principles are equally necessary to prevent kidney disease,...
by Stephanie Cosgrove | Aug 6, 2010 | Info Sheets
What is Iliotibial Band Syndrome? The Iliotibial band or ITB is a length of gristle-like tissue that runs down the outside aspect of the thigh as shown in the diagram to the right. It is made from very tough tissue called retinacular fibres which are largely unable to...
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