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All About Plantar Warts
posted: Jul. 25, 2016.
Plantar warts are small white growths that can be caused by viral infections. These warts are typically found on the plantar surface of the feet. Surgical removal may be used Read more -
Tai Chi May Help Improve Feet Health
posted: Jul. 19, 2016.
An 87-year-old man named Ned Martino has expressed his praise for the benefits Tai Chi provides. Martino states that Tai Chi has helped him improve his balance. An organization named Read more -
Man breaks Ankle while Walking in Park
posted: Jul. 12, 2016.
A man named Kevin Peebles was recently attacked by a group of dogs while strolling through a park in the U.K. As a result of the incident, the young man Read more -
Brandon Belt sustained Ankle Sprain
posted: Jul. 04, 2016.
While the San Francisco Giants were able to defeat the Padres, they were unable to sustain first baseman Brandon Belt. Belt was seen rolling his ankle while covering first base, Read more -
Rheumatoid Arthritis can affect People of All Ages
posted: Jun. 27, 2016.
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) exists as an autoimmune disease that attacks healthy tissue cells in the body, leading to pain and inflammation. Rheumatoid arthritis can happen at any age, with children Read more -
Missouri Freshman Forward underwent Surgery
posted: Jun. 20, 2016.
Cierra Portman, freshman forward for Missouri women’s basketball team, had to have surgery in late April to repair a Lisfranc injury. A screw was inserted during surgery to repair her Read more -
Proper Technique is Important in Preventing Running Injuries
posted: Jun. 13, 2016.
As the warmer weather is coming around, more people are expected to start transitioning to jogging and running outside. According to Ian Hankins, coach of cross country and track and Read more -
Certain Factors such as Diet can lead to Increased Sweating
posted: Jun. 07, 2016.
Although sweating is a natural process, the body’s way of regulating our overall temperature, certain factors may lead to increased sweating. Our bodies have between two to four million sweat Read more -
Managing Your Morton’s Neuroma
posted: May 30, 2016.
Morton’s neuroma is characterized as the thickening of the tissue surrounding the nerves of the toes. Also known as interdigital neuroma, the condition occurs when the nerves of the toes Read more -
Causes of Plantar Fasciitis
posted: May 23, 2016.
There are many different causes of plantar fasciitis, many of which can be addressed by proper arch supports or custom orthotics. Different causes include tight arches, improper pronation of the Read more -
Eat Healthy and Take Rests from Activity to Prevent Stress Fractures
posted: May 16, 2016.
Stress fractures are injuries commonly caused by strenuous exercise, so it’s important to take breaks during your exercise routines. It is recommended to slowly increase your strength and endurance over Read more -
Treating Your Diabetic Feet
posted: May 10, 2016.
Being a diabetic patient means the risk of neuropathy and the loss of sensation in areas of your body such as the feet. When your feet loses feeling, that means Read more -
Exercise is Beneficial for the Elderly
posted: May 02, 2016.
Exercising as we get older can lead to many different benefits for our bodies. Dr. Harun Durudogan, orthopedic surgeon at Advocate Christ Medical Center, says that “exercise can help strengthen Read more -
Sciatica, Inflammation of the Sciatic Nerves
posted: Apr. 25, 2016.
Sciatica is characterized as pain that occurs throughout the back area down throughout the body to the feet. Pain that is associated with sciatica results from inflammation or irritation of Read more -
What to Look for in the Right Footwear
posted: Apr. 18, 2016.
The phrase “breaking in your shoes” actually means bad news for your feet. Making your feet adjust to the shape and size of your shoes means prolonged strain and chronic Read more -
Indiana Hoosiers Robert Johnson Sustains Ankle Injury
posted: Apr. 11, 2016.
Indiana Hoosiers sophomore guard Robert Johnson sustained a sprained ankle injury in the game against Purdue. With a little over 3 minutes remaining in the game, Johnson had to be Read more