If you have diabetes, you may be prone to foot problems. Diabetic foot problems can lead to serious complications and are one the leading causes for diabetes-related hospitalizations. Taking care of your feet and visiting your podiatrist regularly can help to prevent many foot problems from developing or becoming serious. Diabetes Diabetes is a disease
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Everything You Need to Know About Foot and Ankle Surgeries
Our feet and ankles play a very important role in our lives. They are made up of twenty-six bones and more than thirty-three joints as well as ligaments, tendons, and muscles. They support our body weight, allow us to stand and perform movements such as walking, running, and jumping. It is no surprise that having
Read MoreCommon Causes of Foot Pain
Whether it’s from sports, a long day at the office, or simply due to the wear and tear of everyday activities, our feet are prone to ailments and injury. Symptoms of painful feet can range from a sharp stabbing to a dull ache to open sores. If you spend a lot of time on your
Read MoreImportance of Feet for Sports
With 33 joints, 26 bones, and more than 100 tendons, muscles, and ligaments, no wonder the foot is susceptible to any number of injuries and many more medical conditions. And while anyone on legs relies on their feet to get them where they need to be, athletes rely on their feet for their livelihood and
Read MoreCommon Ankle Injuries and How to Prevent Them
There are many small bones and connective tissues in the foot and ankle, and you may suffer an injury to the ankle without even realizing it. But sometimes an ankle injury is quite obvious. Rolling your foot can happen when running, jumping, or even just stepping off a curb, causing a ligament to be overly
Read MorePreparing for a Marathon? Why You Should See a Foot Doctor First
Anyone who attempts to run a full marathon should be aware of the risks and dangers associated with this 26-mile feat of endurance. It is very important to begin your marathon training knowing all the facts so you can choose the best approach to completing the race without injuring yourself. Nobody wants to be forced
Read MoreProper Footwear to Prevent Sports Injury
You spend hours stretching, eating right, and getting enough rest, so you would never think of using subpar or damaged equipment when engaging in your favorite activity. Whether you’re a runner, play hockey or tennis, or like to go on long hikes, proper footwear can make the difference between enjoying your favorite activity and being
Read MoreHow Dehydration and Foot Pain Are Linked
Wondering why you’ve been suffering from foot pain lately? There are numerous causes of foot pain, but one you may easily overlook is quite simple – you’re not drinking enough water. That’s because when your body is dehydrated, it reacts in the form of pain. And when your body is severely dehydrated, your pain is
Read MoreFoot Pain: Have You Injured Your Achilles Tendon?
Injuring your Achilles tendon can happen to anyone, whether you are an athlete, or just an active person going about your everyday life. The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in your body, located at the back of your ankle, which attaches your calf muscles to the heel bone. It is a springy band of
Read MoreUnexpected Causes of Foot Pain
Believe it or not, around one fourth of all the bones in your body are in your feet. The feet are flexible structures of bones, joints, muscles, and soft tissues that let us stand upright and perform activities like walking, running, and jumping. Clearly, your feet are at a higher risk of injury, particularly if
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