Arthritis of the big to joint is referred to medically as Hallux Rigidus. It happens when the joint surfaces become worn or damaged (Osteoarthritis) due to age or injury or medical conditions such as Gout and it can affect part or all of the joint. The big toe forms an important part of the walking gait and if it becomes arthritic it can affect us in a number of ways. Most … [Read more...] about Arthritis of the Big Toe
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Baking Feet
This festive season, spare a thought for your feet when spending long hours in the kitchen. With home baking and cooking fashionable, people are rediscovering their kitchen, but much of the footwear designed for use in the house may not be up to the job. Kitchen floors usually have robust floor coverings which are easy to clean such as wood, tile or stone and whilst carpet is … [Read more...] about Baking Feet
Christmas gifts for feet
Can you believe that Christmas is just around the corner, where does the time go? This week we wanted to tell you about the Christmas products and some of the other collections at Cosyfeet. We know how stressful getting everything done in time for Christmas is, so we thought we would make it easier for you by giving you some ideas of what to get for everyone. Give the gift of … [Read more...] about Christmas gifts for feet
Trigger Point Therapy Kit
This special kit is designed to act upon trigger points responsible for plantar fasciitis or lower limb pain. Trigger points are thought to be "knots" in soft tissue which can refer pain to other related areas. Practitioners who specialise in musculoskeletal treatments often use these trigger points to diminish pain and promote healing. There are many theories surrounding … [Read more...] about Trigger Point Therapy Kit
Sciatica
Pain from impingement or damage to the sciatic nerve can refer to the heel of the foot leading people to think they have plantar fasciitis. Nerves feeding the lower limb all originate from the lumbar spine just where it attaches to the pelvis. These form a bundle of nerves around the buttock region and is commonly referred to as the sciatic nerve. Wear and tear, injury and … [Read more...] about Sciatica