What is an ingrown toenail? An ingrown toenail occurs when the sides of the toenail grow into the surrounding skin. The condition can be very painful and can affect anybody, young or old. Cutting your toenails badly or wearing inappropriate footwear can both lead
When a person’s foot isn’t functioning as it should, the body’s weight is not properly distributed and transferred. As a result, tenderness and pain tend to develop in the ankle, and in the area surrounding related muscles and in the foot. This can be quite
What is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is a condition affecting the joints. The tissues around the joints can become inflamed, cartilage can become damaged and bony growths can occur. Osteoarthritis typically occurs in the over 50s, and women seem to be more vulnerable. However, it can
What is Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory joint condition that can affect various tissues in the body and organs. RA is common amongst females, particularly during their forties, and women are three to four times more likely to suffer. Caucasians are
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