Sandal season is in full swing, and while you may enjoy the warmth of the sun on your toes, your feet sometimes get the short end of the stick during the summer. That’s because sandals rarely offer your foot much arch support, which can lead to pain and discomfort. Recently, the American Podiatric Medical Association […]
What Diet Should I Follow If I Have Gout?
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 […]
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 […]
High Heels and Skinny Jeans Linked To Back and Foot Pain
New research from the British Chiropractic Association suggest that two common fashion accessories are causing health problems for women. According to the BCA, many women are plagued by back problems and foot pain, and two main contributors to related conditions are skinny jeans and high heeled shoes. We’ve explored how high heels affect your feet […]
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