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It Could Be A Tailor's Bunion A Tailor's Bunion, or bunionette, is a bump or prominence on your fifth metatarsal bone, at the head of the 5th metatarsal and base of the little toe.  You have 5 long, thin bones in your mid-foot called metatarsals  which attach to your toes.  Shoe pressure and ground reactive forces can cause pain when the Tailor’s Bunion is present. The origin of the name Tailor's Bunion is interesting.  It is said to derive from the Tailors of textiles who would need to work a pedal to operate the old style sewing machines.  The side…

Do I have an ingrown toenail? Ingrown toenails are usually curved and grown into the skin at the borders, which then causes irritation, pain, redness, swelling. If the nail causes a break in the skin, bacteria can then enter and cause an infection to the area. This will show more redness, and pain with colored or bloody drainage. An ingrown toenail is caused by many things including heredity, trauma, improper trimming, improperly sized footwear, and other nail conditions. Treating ingrown toenails usually requires a minor procedure to remove the offending nail. An oral antibiotic may be prescribed if an infection…

If you are like most of us, you have made a resolution or two for the New  Year. We have one to add to your list: Take good care of your feet! Those two hard-working feet will take you a long way through your lifetime and need attention to keep them in tip-top shape. Here's how: Check your feet every day. Look for any damage such as cuts, punctures, cracked skin or fungal infections. Don't forget between the toes and your soles! Wash your feet daily with warm, soapy water and a soft sponge or washcloth. Be sure to dry…