The Foot Book: A Complete Guide to Healthy Feet (A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book)

Fortunately, there are podiatrists! Most patients (and many of their doctors) know very little about feet. This little book is well written. It has good photos and simple drawings to help explanations. I recommend "The Foot Book" for laymen trying to better understand a foot diagnosis or treatment. I also recommend it for nurses and physicians looking for a good review text.Larry D. Romane, M.D., FACEP

This is a book that has the same small amount of useful information about the feet, but then starts a discussion about "perfect" feet which does not exist and finally talks about some conditions of abnormality as a way to prepare you for what you should talk about with your foot doctor... it says essentially the same thing that all books on shoes and feet have said for 100s of years now -- shoes should NEVER have to break in (except that stiffened rawhide (as in the platform your foot sits on) needs to soften with usage -- so shoes should NEVER leave blisters or raw skin...My problem here is that I have not been able to find shoes that fit right now for nearly 20 years... so I guess I might soon have to make my own shoes if I want shoes that are propperly fit to my feet....So, this book is 1) useful in that it can help people come to know what to pay attention to reguarding feet health and safety, and help you know what to talk to your doctor about -- who hasn't gone to the doctor and wish you knew what to ask?? But not much else... yes, it helps under stand feet better, but the average person should understand atleast most of the basics as common sense kind of things....If you want to know more about your feet .. get it, but be prepared to have some questions remain unanswered here.

Everything you want to know and more. Haven't been to a podiatrist? Want to understand foot ailments? This book will give you information on how to maintain healthy feet, the sole of your body, and how to spot foot problems. Easy to read and understand.

I picked up this book on Kindle because I was looking for some assistance on understanding Tendenitus. It's a fabulous book on foot health-easy to understand, too.

I found this boook very helpful

For years I have been looking for a good foot care book.This is it. Authors Rose/Martorona have nailed the subject(without any pun intention).These two know their subject, and explain in detail, in layman's language, how to care for your feet, and when to seek professional help. They appear to suggest young women-especially- should not damage the nail-groove when doing home treatment/pedicures;and describe how to avoid problems,for later in life,by doing things the proper way.By being 'out of sight'we forget our feet and their care, until they 'kick-up',this book will be a very worthwhile purchase,for everyone,with problematic AND healthy paws.

This book is extremely helpful in understanding common foot ailments and how to alleviate pain. It's easy to read and with great graphics, it makes sense even to someone with little medical knowledge. A must read for anyone who wants to take care of their feet.

Informative and practical

Good book, concise, good quality photos

I like this book it's very simple read ,yes it incorporates lots of stuff you do know yet it has snippets ,clear diagrams ,,one book I did into again again , as there are not many general books on feet ....

excellent book for anyone studying podiatry, simple easy to understand,

Full of useful facts for a 'rooky' FHCP. an easy and informative read