Monthly Archives: November 2011

Could gymnastics have caused my feet to become so flat at such a young age?

I’m only 17 and my feet are now totally flat. Like pancake-flat with no arches at all. I’m baffled as to why this happened. I’ve been a gymnast since I was 3 and am wondering if that’s the cause. But … Continue reading

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What are the alternatives to ibuprofen and steroid injections when treating plantar fasciitis?

I suffer from plantar fasciitis which causes a lot of pain in my feet. Currently I am taking 500mg of ibuprofen three times a day. It helps but it’s treatment of the symptoms, not the underlying problem. My doctor has … Continue reading

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Will neosporin instead of hydrogen peroxide work to get rid of an ingrown toenail?

I’m pretty sure I have an ingrown toenail, and it really hurts! I’ve been looking for hydrogen peroxide and Espom’s salt, because my mom and I are sure we have them somewhere, but we can’t find them. We do have … Continue reading

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