Craig Payne

About the author

University lecturer, clinician, runner, cynic, researcher, skeptic, forum admin, woo basher, clinician, rabble-rouser, blogger, dad

how long do running shoes last

How long do running shoes last?

They never seem to last long enough. There is no set distance or time that good running shoes should last and there is no good evidence on how long they should last. Every runner is going to be different in how their shoes wear on them and the...

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how does reflexology work

How does foot reflexology work?

It doesn’t. Reflexology is made up pseudoscience that can not and will not work. It is junk. The theory behind reflexology is that different organ systems in the body are reflected to the feet, so that can be used to help diagnose systemic...

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what is the richie brace prescribed for

What is the Richie brace prescribed for?

The Richie Brace consists of a very aggressive and very supportive custom made foot orthotic with a medial and lateral leg brace. It is used in conditions that may be heading towards surgery and a standard foot orthotic is not working as well as it...

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How useful is the PediRoller?

The PediRoller is the brand name of a popular “massage” device that is placed on the ground or hard surface and the foot is moved back and forwards over it to give the bottom of the foot a massage. this is similar to the foam roller type...

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how to treat psoriasis on foot

How to treat psoriasis on foot?

Psoriasis on the foot can be uncomfortable and challenging to manage. The palmo-plantar type of pustular psoriasis can be difficult. Topical Treatments:Corticosteroids: These anti-inflammatory medications can help reduce redness, itching, and...

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What is pitted keratolysis?

Pitted keratolysis is a skin condition that affects the soles of the feet and is characterized by the appearance of small, shallow pits or depressions on the skin. The condition is caused by the overgrowth of certain types of bacteria, particularly...

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How to get rid of pitted keratolysis?

Pitted keratolysis is a skin condition that affects the soles of the feet and is characterized by the appearance of small, shallow pits or depressions on the skin. The condition is caused by the overgrowth of certain types of bacteria, particularly...

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What are the symptoms of peroneal tendonitis?

Peroneal tendonitis is a relatively uncommon overuse injury that affects the lateral or outside of the ankle joint. The peroneal muscles are those muscles on the outside of the leg who have a tendon that passes behind the ankle bone on the outside...

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What causes peroneal tendonitis?

Peroneal tendonitis is not very common and is an overuse injury of the peroneal tendons causing symptoms on the lateral side of the ankle. Typically there is pain and swelling just above and below that lateral malleolus, getting worse with increased...

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