Gout is a foot condition that is caused by the build up of uric acid in our body. Typically this acid is discarded by your kidneys, but if it is not successfully discarded, if can form small crystals around the joints. When this happens, the crystals can irritate the joints, causing pain and swelling. When […]
Addressing Foot Pain Can Prevent Falls In Seniors
New research published by the Hebrew SeniorLife Institute for Aging Research found that taking care of foot problems can help prevent seniors from suffering a painful fall injury. For their study, researchers analyzed data from the Framingham Foot Study, which examined the relation between the presence of foot pain and fall injuries in seniors. The study […]
The 5 Most Common Heat-Related Marathon Injuries
Race season is just getting into full swing, and that means doctors, EMTs and medically-trained volunteers will soon be taking up residence in medical tents during some upcoming marathons. Medical tent supervisors are well-versed in what signs and symptoms to look for in injured runners, but do you know what injuries fell most marathoners? Interestingly, […]
New Tool May Help Predict Diabetic Foot Ulcers
A new temperature-monitoring foot mat that can predict the development of diabetic foot ulcers could be the next big technological advancement in diabetic foot care. The technology is still in its infancy, but it’s producing some successful results. According to the research, the temperature-monitoring foot mat was able to correctly detect 97 percent of impending nontraumatic […]
Use Your Feet, Not Caffeine, For That Afternoon Energy Boost
We’ve all hit that proverbial post-lunch wall at the office at one point or another. You can’t just doze off for 30 minutes, so what do most people do in order to find that energy boost to get them through the end of the work day? They reach for a cup of coffee or a caffeinated […]
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