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If you have pain, burning, numbness, or tingling in your toes, feet, or lower legs, you may have a condition called peripheral neuropathy. This condition is usually chronic and progressive and may be caused by a variety of problems.

A blister on the toe is a fluid-filled sac that develops between the layers of skin on the toes. Blisters are typically caused by friction, which can occur when your toe rubs against a sock or shoe for an extended period of time. However, toe blisters can also be caused by other irritants like sun e...

Toe walking is when a person walks on the balls of their feet or on their toes, keeping their heel off the ground. In children under 2, it s a common ...

Lower leg pain can have various causes. Some of the diseases that may start with leg pain include tendonitis, diabetic neuropathy, and shin splints. Muscle cramps can also cause pain in the lower leg.

Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a common fungal infection of the feet. It is often found between the toes and on the soles of the feet.Fortunately, many home remedies and antifungals treat it. Some are stronger and work faster than others, with antifungals being the most effective and acting...

Wrist hypermobility is when a person can move their wrist more than the usual range of motion. It does not always cause problems but can lead to joint injuries and pain for some people.

A jersey finger is an injury to one of the finger tendons. Typically, an athlete will sustain a jersey finger injury while participating in games such as football or rugby which involve tackling. Often times, when a player grabs an opponent's jersey, the tendon can get ripped when the oppone...

Elbow bursitis, also called olecranon bursitis, is a common condition that causes pain and swelling in the back of the elbow. It typically responds to simple treatment steps, although infected bursae (singular is bursa) or chronic bursitis may require more invasive treatments

Swan neck deformity is an abnormal positioning of the joints in your fingers. It s named because of the way an affected finger bends, giving it a curv...

A recent study found people with carpal tunnel syndrome tend to develop cardiac amyloidosis, also known as  stiff heart syndrome, about 10 to 15 year...