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When Should You See a Doctor for Foot Pain?

someone in medical gloves inspecting a foot

Most of us will experience pain or soreness in our feet, but it’s usually short-term and passes. Sometimes that’s not the case, and you need to seek medical care. Foot pain can be caused by many factors, including overuse, injury, or conditions that cause inflammation in bones, ligaments, or tendons in the feet. If pain, […]

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Why do Ballerinas Cut Their Feet with Razors?

black and white image of two feet that are bruised and bandaged

Ballerinas look graceful and elegant as they pirouette across the stage. They seem to dance effortlessly, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Ballet dancing is exceptionally athletic and involves intense effort using every muscle in the dancer’s body. Above all, a ballerina’s feet take the brunt of the strenuous exertion involved in ballet […]

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