If you’re a parent to a high school athlete or you are a regular gym goer, you may have noticed that overly cushioned slide-style sandals have become more popular for people heading off to or returning from athletic activities or exercise. After donning their sport-specific footwear for an extended period, many athletes and exercise enthusiasts […]
No Surprise Here – Runners With Stronger Feet Have Reduced Injury Risk
If you’re a runner, you probably run to stay healthy, get some exercise or because you simply enjoy it. It’s a wonderful activity that can be beneficial for our physical and mental health, but because it is a stressful and high-impact activity, it can also increase your risk of injury. Finding ways to reduce your […]
Could Loneliness Be Driving Your Delayed Wound Healing?
In a fascinating bit of research, medical experts suggest that loneliness may actually contribute to delayed healing in patients with chronic leg and foot wounds. The research into the social side of wound recovery began when Teresa Kelechi, Ph. D., associate dean for research at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Nursing and […]
Why It’s So Important To Catch Pediatric Foot Problems Early
For the vast majority of health conditions, the sooner the issue is identified, the more likely it is that it can be effectively managed or treated. That sentiment is especially true when it comes to pediatric foot conditions. Your child’s feet will support them over the course of their life, so it’s imperative they have […]
Why Isn’t My Sprained Ankle Healing As Expected
If you’re like most Americans, you’ve sprained your ankle at some point in your life. Tens of thousands of people sprain their ankle every single day, but for some, they notice that their ankle takes longer to heal than anticipated. This leaves them to wonder, “Why isn’t my sprained ankle healing as expected?” We tackle […]
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