High heels have gotten a bad rap over the years. We’ve discussed the footwear on the blog before, but are heels really as bad as some say? High heels are an easy target for doctors and foot specialists. In fact, the study I’m about to reference was emailed to me with the subject title “High heels […]
Causes and Treatment of Black Toenails
If you jam your toe hard enough or drop something heavy on your toenail, odds are you’ll end up with a black or bruised toenail. Are these injuries severe? Do they need medical attention? We discuss the causes and treatment below. Causes of Black Toenails When your toenail suffers extreme trauma, blood pools underneath the […]
Arthritis Worsens Other Chronic Conditions
A study published in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report suggests that arthritis worsens symptoms for other chronic health issues. While the relationship was previously known, researchers say just how much of an impact arthritis has on other conditions was under-appreciated, and they suggest the findings should impact treatment strategies. “[People with arthritis and one or […]
Lace Your Shoes To Protect Your Feet!
Earlier this week we stumbled across this infographic that we just loved. The infographic shows you how to lace your running shoes to help protect your foot/give it extra room in the event you have a pre-existing condition, like a high arch or a wide foot. Here’s a quick guide of why the lacing techniques […]
Predicting Fracture Risk in Older Adults
Fractures and falls in seniors can be avoided with prevention techniques, but identifying high-risk individuals isn’t always easy. Doctors can conduct bone mineral density (BMD) scans, but new research suggests that something as simple as age may be just as useful in predicting fracture likelihood. To conduct their study, researchers at Thomas Jefferson University examined […]
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