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Do you know the term polydactyly? Polydactyly refers to the presence of extra fingers or toes. This fairly common malformation affects about one in every 500 people and can be treated surgically. Having said that, the record for the most toe born belongs to Akshat Saxena, who was born with 10 toes on each foot . He's had surgery since then to find a standard number of toes.... #Record #Orteils

Did you know? The vast majority of people do not have two feet of the same size... So don't worry, your uneven feet are normal! It's only advisable to get shoes that fit the size of the larger foot to avoid discomfort.... #OurFeetAreFascinating

Quiz of the day: how many bones are found in a single foot A) 15 B) 22 C) 26... . . . . . . . . If you answered C, which is 26 bones, you know your foot anatomy well! See more

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms, grandmas and great-grandmas We hope you have a great day filled with love!

Did you know? Human feet grow over time... In fact, the average person's foot is about two sizes larger than it was 40 years ago. The reason for these changes is that people are, in general, taller, so feet have to adapt to support the extra weight! #OurFeetAreFascinating

Did you know? Exostosis of the foot is a tumour of the foot, usually benign, that takes the form of a bony growth. Most of the time, the tumor appears at the ends of the long bones. When it surfaces, therefore, it is the tibia and foot bone that are mostly affected. How do you know if you have exostosis? It can be signaled by small bumps on the affected cartilages, but it can also go unnoticed and only be discovered during a routine examination at the podiatrist. However, al...though usually asymptomatic, exostosis does not come without its complications! That's why it's important to visit the podiatrist regularly, at least once a year, to spot any abnormalities. To make an appointment: https://piedreseau.com/en/clinics/

In memory of the First World War man's and women's who have died in the line of duty

Clubfoot is a malformation present at birth, which affects the entire foot (turned inward) and the calf (poorly developed), unilateral (1 foot) or bilateral (2 feet). The medical term is idiopathic congenital equine varus clubfoot. Want to learn more? Follow the link: https://piedreseau.com/problemes/le-pied-bot/

What is the neuroma? Neuroma or Morton's disease is a swelling of the scar tissue around the nerves of the toes that causes severe pain, usually between the 3rd and 4th toe. The pain, similar to a burning, is felt when standing or walking and rarely in both feet at the same time. Do you think you have it? Consult our page on this subject: https://piedreseau.com/en/problems/mortons-neuroma/

You already know this, but your feet are unique. However, there are a few typical feet, namely Egyptian feet, German feet, Celtic feet, Greek feet and Roman feet. To each foot it's own personality (according to statements ). We want to know: Which is yours? The Egyptian foot | You are dreamers, mysterious and very private. You don't let your guard down so easily!... The German foot | You are loyal, sympathetic and are very tolerant people. People love to be around you! The Celtic foot | You are ambitious and you avoid responsibilities! You are entertaining and very funny. The Greek foot | You are creative, intelligent and innovative. The biggest questions are answered! The Roman foot | You are the very definition of wisdom! You are very pragmatic and you have both feet on the ground. Tell us in the comments (in text or emoji) your foot type and personality! * Note that this test is not scientific, it is just fun!

ADVICE FROM A PODIATRIST "Did you know that it's best to shop for shoes at the end of the day since feet can swell naturally during the day?" - Marilyne Chiasson, Podiatrist at the Clinique Podiatrique Chiasson in Mercier

Notice any hairless toes? You could have arterial disease. If the hair on your toes suddenly disappear, it could indicate poor circulation caused by peripheral artery disease (PAD). Symptoms are decreased hair growth on the feet and ankles, purplish toes, and thin or shiny skin. PAD, a build-up of plaque in the leg arteries, affects an estimate of 8 million Americans. The symptoms are hardly noticeable, but doctors can detect it by taking the pulse in the foot pad or by a stain on an X-ray. To make an appointment with your clinic, it's here: https://piedreseau.com/en/clinics/