Why Women’s Feet Hurt More in Autumn
Why Women’s Feet Hurt More in Autumn Fall is not a fun time for women like Elaine Powers. In the summer months, “like everybody else, I like to wear flip-flop sandals, open-toed shoes, a nice pedicure with good nail polish,” she says. But as autumn arrives, the 49-year-old South Carolina hospice nurse is making the […]
Fit Feet Finish Faster
Runners: Fit Feet Finish Faster Both long-distance runners and casual joggers can improve their performance by keeping their feet in top condition and taking steps to control foot problems common in runners, according to the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. “The human foot is a biological masterpiece that amazingly endures the stresses of […]
Post-Op Pain Management
Post-Op Pain Management Foot and ankle surgeons share reassuring insight on managing pain after surgery Chicago, August 31, 2016 – Post-Op Pain Management – With any surgical procedures comes reasonable concerns. Depending on the person, your mind could start racing anywhere from the seriousness of your condition, to the procedure itself, to out of pocket […]
Foot Self-Examination
Foot Self-Examination What kind of shape are your feet in? According to the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS), the average person takes approximately 10,000 steps per day, which add up to more than 3 million steps per year. We carry approximately four to six times our body weight across the ankle joint when climbing […]
Orthotics for Foot Injuries
Do Orthotics for Foot Injuries Really Work? Foot orthotics are a booming business, but disagreement still exists within the foot care community about their potential benefit to patients. While the foot orthotics industry reached $4.7 billion in 2015 and will continue to grow through 2021. Advanced kinesiologists maintain that training and physical therapy are superior […]
A Guide to Foot Health for Diabetic Foot Care Tips
Foot Health Facts for Diabetics Having diabetes increases the risk of developing a wide range of foot problems, often because of two complications of the disease: nerve damage (neuropathy) and poor circulation. Foot Health Facts for Diabetics – For those with diabetes, foot problems such as the following can lead to serious complications:
Keep Feet Safe at the Gym
Keep Feet Safe at the Gym The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons offers tips for foot safety while at the gym. Start new workouts gradually– Increase your stamina and the length of your workouts gradually to avoid overuse injuries such as stress fractures or tendon strains and sprains. Stretching your muscles before and […]
