There is nothing glamorous about the heel bone, known as the calcaneus, the heel’s Latin name. Despite significant improvements in the diagnosis and treatment of calcaneus fractures during the last ...

When 26-year-old Samuel Suppipat plays basketball, he feels a lot of heel and arch pain. "It was getting to a point where I couldn't really play sports at all," said Suppipat. Dr. Franklin Kase, a ...

Bursae are small, fluid-filled sacs that protect tendons and bones. Heel bursitis is the inflammation of the bursae that cushion the back of the heel. Heel bursitis often resolves on its own, although ...

Diabetes can lead to skin changes on the feet, including cracked heels. Without treatment, infections and other complications can arise. Tips for protecting the feet include regular checking, ...

It doesn’t matter if you’re an NBA star, a competitive runner or a weekend warrior — rupturing your Achilles tendon is devastating. Not only is it a painful injury, but a full recovery can take ...

Theres nothing worse than deciding to slip on your favorite pair of backless shoes and seeing rough, cracked skin. While a pedicure definitely helps improve the look of fugly feet, realistically you ...

We've all felt it, those sharp pains in your heel that make getting out of bed a struggle. Heel pain can be a real downer, but don't worry, here are five easy tips to help you get rid of that pain and ...

Treatment of Cracked Heels: It is not necessary that heels crack and feet become dry in dry weather. This can happen in any season. If you want your feet to be soft, then try these magical remedies ...

This month, Norton Healthcare/Norton Children’s facility dogs working in the Heel, Dog, Heal program will be featured on the national CBS show "Lucky Dog." The television show airs Saturdays on CBS ...

Hiding cracked feet is not a viable long-term solution (Photo: Courtesy) Cracked heels can be painful, both physically and emotionally. People who suffer from cracked heels often resort to keeping ...