Achilles Tendonitis The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the human body. It connects your heel bone to your calf muscles and is used when walking, running, and jumping. Achilles tendonitis occurs when the Achilles tendon becomes inflamed or aggravated. Achilles tendonitis occurs in the middle area of the tendon which is slightly above … Read more
Kinesio Tape After suffering from Achilles tendonitis for some time, I tried Kinesio Tape. I was trying many different therapy techniques to help resolve my issue. I had seen many athletes who were competing at a very high level, specifically in the Olympics using this tape. Strips of bright colored tape on arms, legs, and … Read more
What is Plantar Fasciitis Your foot has thick, fibrous band of tissue (”fascia”) reaching from your heel to your toes. These tissues support the muscles and arch of the foot. When they’re overly stretched, tiny tears can occur in their surface. These tiny tears will cause inflammation and pain. What is the cause? A … Read more
Types of Foot Pain There are many different types of foot pain. Most people report pain in the arch area of the foot, then the big toe, and bottom of the heel. The problem is there are many types of foot pain and there are many sources of foot pain. It can be difficult to … Read more