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Why Preventive Foot Health is Important

Taking care of your feet now can help prevent foot problems down the road. If you already have foot problems, good foot hygienewill help keep those problems in … See more

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Foot Conditions Institute for Preventive Foothealth (IPFH)

WEBWelcome to the foot conditions section of our site. Here you will find information on a wide variety of foot conditions, from blisters to plantar fasciitis to tarsal tunnel syndrome. To …

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Foot Ulcers Institute for Preventive Foothealth (IPFH)

WEBFoot ulcers are open sores that develop on the feet, usually as a result of loss of sensation (neuropathy) and compromised blood flow to and within the lower extremities. You are at …

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Preventive Foot Health Institute for Preventive Foothealth (IPFH)

WEBThe Institute for Preventive Foot Health (IPFH) The Institute for Preventive Foot Health is a non-profit private foundation founded in 2002 by James L. Throneburg, the owner of …

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Bunions Institute for Preventive Foothealth (IPFH)

WEBBunions. A bunion (hallux valgus) is a bony protrusion that forms most often in the joint at the base of the big toe. The big toe joint enlarges and forces the toe to point back toward …

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Institute for Preventive Foothealth (IPFH)

WEBBut these can cause buildups of uric acid in the bloodstream, leading to attacks of gout. Learn what to do to prevent or treat it. View all Foot Conditions. Top Questions ». IPFH …

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About Us Institute for Preventive Foothealth (IPFH)

WEBAbout Us About Us. The Institute for Preventive Foot Health (IPFH) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to raising awareness about the importance of caring for …

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Hammertoe Institute for Preventive Foothealth (IPFH)

WEBA hammertoe is a deformity of the second, third or fourth toe in which the toe becomes bent at the middle joint; hence, it resembles a hammer. Claw toe and mallet toe are related …

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Hallux Rigidus Institute for Preventive Foothealth (IPFH)

WEBHallux rigidus is a condition in which the big toe becomes stiff, inflexible and painful, often because of degenerative arthritis at the toe joint—specifically, at the first …

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Lori S. Weisenfeld, DPM Institute for Preventive Foothealth (IPFH)

WEBScientific Advisory Board Lori S. Weisenfeld, DPM. Lori S. Weisenfeld, DPM, a sports podiatrist based in New York City, has been treating athletes, dancers and performers …

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Children's Foot Conditions Institute for Preventive Foothealth (IPFH)

WEBCalcaneal apophysitis (also called Sever’s Disease) – As a child’s feet grow, the heel’s growth plate can become painfully inflamed. The condition, which usually …

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How to Practice Good Foot Hygiene Institute for Preventive

WEB1. Daily Foot Care. Wash and thoroughly dry your feet every day. Use mild soap, and wash between the toes. Be sure to dry thoroughly, especially between the …

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Foot Odor Institute for Preventive Foothealth (IPFH)

WEBFoot odor is fairly common, especially among people who are very active and/or whose feet tend to sweat a lot. According to the 2012 National Foot Health Assessment conducted …

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Prevention and Treatment of Cold Feet Institute for Preventive

WEBThe key to keeping your feet warm in cold weather is to keep your entire body warm. Dress in layers. Layers insulate your body, helping you retain your “natural” heat and they can …

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Children’s Feet: How They Grow

WEBIn the first five years of life, a child’s feet grow rapidly. One study 1 found the following growth characteristics of feet in children from ages one to five: Under 15 months: a …

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How to Choose a Foot Health Professional

WEBOrthopaedic Surgeon (Orthopedist, Orthopaedic Physician) – A medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and correcting issues with the musculoskeletal system. …

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Foot Conditions A-Z Institute for Preventive Foothealth (IPFH)

WEBPLEASE NOTE: IPFH does not give, sell, rent or market your personal data to third parties. If we use your e-mail address to contact you, we will provide you a method described in …

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IPFH in the News Institute for Preventive Foothealth (IPFH)

WEB11 Summer Sandals That Your Feet Will Love. 05/19 - Rachel Schulz and Caitlin Giddings - Popular Mechanics. Dr. Rock Positano, Director of the Non-Surgical Foot and Ankle …

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Glossary Of Foot Terms Institute for Preventive Foothealth (IPFH)

WEBPreventive Foot Health. A proactive approach to wellness that focuses specifically on your feet as the foundation of mobility. Preventive foot health is necessary in all sports and …

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Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction Institute for Preventive

WEBAlso called “adult-acquired flat foot” and "progressive flatfoot," PTTD occurs when inflammation or damage to the posterior tibial tendon reduces its ability to support the …

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Medicare Footwear Benefit for Patients with Diabetes

WEBHealth Care Professionals Medicare Footwear Benefit for Patients with Diabetes. Your patients may be able to benefit from a Medicare Part B health benefit known as the …

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Educational Partner Articles Institute for Preventive Foothealth …

WEBIPFH is a non-profit foundation dedicated to helping individuals and their families care for their feet through awareness, education and research.

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