Anyone who’s training for a marathon will (or should) know about the importance of supportive strength training. While I was training for the Reykjavik Marathon I made sure to include of single-leg ...

When people think of parts of their body to focus on during strength training, the foot and ankle are not usually at the top of the list. And yet with 26 bones, more than a dozen muscles, and ...

For many people, sore, achy feet can be bothersome after walking long distances. But for others, dealing with chronic ankle or heel pain is an everyday occurrence.To help relieve pain or discomfort in ...

As a certified athletic trainer, one of the most common sports injuries I see is the inversion ankle sprain, in which the ligaments tear when the foot turns too far inward. If athletes would just ...

(CNN) — Whether you’re taking a morning walk or chasing after a little one, your feet bear your body weight with every step you take. Yet they are often one of the most neglected aspects of any ...

Ankle injuries are among the most common musculoskeletal problems, affecting athletes and non-athletes alike. Ankle injuries are the most common type of injury in healthy active individuals, and if ...

Mobility refers to the ability to move freely and safely during daily activities. Mobility exercises help increase a joint's range of motion, strengthening it and preparing it for movements outside ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Your ankles are made up of a complex network of muscles, joints, ligaments, and tendons, and they’re key for crucial movements like ...

One of the best parts of backpacking is being able to explore rugged trails deep into the backcountry, but just one misstep can have you limping back to the trailhead. Injured ankles are one of the ...

Many seniors think of falls as a natural part of aging. The incidence of falling definitely increases as we age. One in three ...