Even with all the foot health information available today, many people still make simple but painful mistakes that lead to long-term problems. As Dr. Po Raval, podiatrist and founder of Archmaker, explains, “Most foot issues don’t start overnight—they build up over years of habits that could easily be corrected.” If you’ve been dealing with foot […]
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If you’ve ever taken your first steps out of bed and felt that sharp, stabbing heel pain, you’re not alone. Morning heel pain is one of the most common complaints podiatrists hear and for many people, it only gets worse over time. According to Dr. Po Raval, podiatrist and founder of Archmaker, “Heel pain in
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If you struggle with flat feet, you’re not alone. Millions of people experience arch pain, fatigue, and poor balance, yet most don’t realize you can strengthen and restore your arch naturally without surgery. As Dr. Po Raval, podiatric physician with over 36 years of experience and founder of Archmaker, explains: “Flat feet don’t just affect
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Why Everyone’s Talking About Japanese Walking If you’ve been scrolling through social media lately, you’ve probably seen the buzz about Japanese Walking, a simple, science-backed routine that’s taking the fitness world by storm. But what’s the real reason it’s gone viral? According to Dr. Po Raval, podiatrist and founder of Archmaker, it’s not just a
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Tired of “Cures” That Don’t Cure? Here’s the Truth. If you’ve been battling yellow, thick, or flaky nails for months or even years, you’re not alone. Many people spend endless time (and money) on DIY fixes that promise quick results, only to see the fungus return worse than before. The truth? Most of those so-called
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Why the Way You Walk Might Be Causing You Pain Most people don’t think about how they walk until something starts to hurt. Maybe it’s your knees after a long walk, your hips after a run, or that nagging back pain that seems to come out of nowhere. The truth is, many of these issues
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Ever feel that lingering tightness in your legs after a long walk or run, even after you’ve stretched? Over time, repetitive movement causes microtrauma in the muscles, leading to stiffness, slower recovery, and a higher risk of injury. Many people don’t realize that muscle fatigue and recurring soreness aren’t just part of aging or training,
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When “Home Remedies” Waste Time and Money If you’ve spent weeks soaking your feet in vinegar, dabbing Listerine on your nails, or rubbing Vicks VapoRub before bed, only to still see thick, yellow toenails, you’re not alone. Many people waste time and money on DIY toenail fungus treatments that may make nails look better, but
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If you’ve tried everything—orthotics, stretching, injections, even physical therapy—and your plantar fasciitis still keeps coming back, I get it. As a podiatrist, I’ve seen patients exhausted by the cycle of short-term relief and recurring pain. That’s exactly why I created Archmaker, a long-term plantar fasciitis treatment designed to actually retrain your foot and keep the
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