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Problems with feet in adulthood is quite a common occurrence. Women in particular tend to suffer due to years of wearing unsuitable footwear - even though our mothers warned us this would happen ! If you think about foot problems you would probably think about corns, bunions and ingrowing toenails.…
Many people, very sensibly, take good care of their feet. Feet are the platform that our entire body is supported on and they have to resist a lot of stress. Legs also get looked after, with regular exercise and often appliances like knee supports; most sports rely on healthy, strong…
First of all I am not a Vegetarian and I have nothing against Vegetarians because many are my close friends and family members, include individuals who I associate with on a daily base, plus I socialize with those who are Non-Vegetarians. I do have a good relationship with both, however,…
Easy Weight loss With Organic Living Eat healthy for a good life Did you know that there’s methods to actually lose a few pounds, without even going to the gym? Lots of people are not keen on exercising. In case you do not have the time or are restricted from…
If you are looking for a fast way of getting rid with your nail fungus, taking oral medications might be a pain. Nail fungus laser treatment is the latest innovation against onychomycosis. The idea of using light to treat an infection was thought of when dental laser treatments became successful…
The word Metatarsalgia indicates pain in the metatarsal part of the foot. This is situated at the base of the toes from where they join the remaining component of the foot. The metatarsal bones begin at the arch of the foot and they finish at the toe joints. The form…
Picture this: You are having a massive pain in your right leg for the past two weeks.
You finally decide to see your doctor and he diagnoses the problem to be DVT.
1st shock. You didn’t think it was THAT serious.
I’ll give you few minutes to recover.
Then, the…
All custom insoles are manufactured with pretty much the same materials, EVA foam and a hardened plastic to maintain the shape of the insoles. The cost however is influenced more by the design than the materials. With so many different methods for designing the insoles, the consumer should have an…
THE PALEO DIET People who are planning to lose weight are overwhelmed about the variety of different diet plans and diet programs. They ask themselves: What's the best diet to lose weight and what's the best food eat to lose weight? The Paleo Diet is one of the most popular…
When a woman gets pregnant she is overwhelmed with happiness and concern for the baby but usually forgets the two most important things that will carry and sustain her during pregnancy: her legs!What does it mean to have leg problems during pregnancy? What are the symptoms?Disorders such as tiredness, swollen…
Today many people think that food is just fuel for our body, and forget the old saying,“you are what you eat“. We all pile tones of unhealthy food in our bodies, and are not aware of consequences such as various illnesses: heart disease,vascular disease, diabetes, cancer and many others. The…
There are a number of reasons for people looking for comfortable shoes. Whether you are simply in search of something that feels good or if you are desperately hunting for the best shoes for standing all day, there are a number of important factors to consider. By keeping these important…
Kankles (or cankles which is the proper spelling) is a term that came about in a movie “Shallow Hal” in the early 90’s. I am sure it was probably around before then, being used to make fun of others in high school, or to have a laugh at someone’s expense.…
Shoe inserts for shoe insoles are nonmedical solutions for foot problems. For people suffering with heel pain, flat feet, low arches and other leg pain, this is a temporary solution. If you feel you are suffering from any of these problems you can purchase this over the counter in a…
Practically every person on the planet has a slight difference between the lengths in their legs. As a result, many people experience some kind of medical problems associated with that leg difference. However, these problems are easily fixed with leg length discrepancy insoles. Custom made insoles have the benefit of…
While the most common patients a podiatrist deals with are diabetics, there are 3 common foot problems that most people face.
1. Metatarsalgia: numbness or sharp pains in the balls of the feet are 2 major symptoms of this problem. The pain is due to intense pressure that the metatarsal…
Hello guys, today I would like to talk about motion. Have you ever tried to take note of your body motion? I mean literally analizing it from beginning to end. Say, from the time we wake up in the morning until the evening. Let me give you an example:…
As I was quick to find out, having the right pair of shoes was crucial in me preforming well when I worked out. Old shoes don’t support you correctly and can easily cause undo stress on joints, muscles and bones. It’s not just your feet that you need to worry…
It is amazing that in this day and age of what people will do in order to make themselves look better. Don't get me wrong, I am a huge believer in self improvement, but actually going under a knife that risks my health is a little too extreme if you…
The foot is a structure made up of 33 joints and 26 bones and it is a complex formation at the end of the leg. It enables human to do a variety of things such as walking, running, dancing, jumping, hoping and much more activities. It is similar to the…
Overpronation, also known as supination is a condition where the weight of the individual’s foot strikes only the outer portion of their foot. As a result of this condition, the leg will compensate and alter its shape by bending outward. This is commonly referred to as being “bow legged” and…
Cross Fit is a new type of a rigorous sports activity or exercise. Because of the wonderful results both men and women are diving into this workout routine. It doesn't focus on single type of physical activity such as jogging, weight lifting, squatting. It focuses on doing all the different…
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People often ask me what compression socks are.
Due to my recent family health issues, I consider myself a bit of an expert in the subject.
Compression socks or compression stockings look exactly like normal ones but have some extra “power” in them.
They call them graduated compression socks…
The human body is a fairly remarkable structure. 206 bones form a strong, highly mobile skeleton that acts as a support for all our organs and an anchor for hundreds of muscles. Of course something this complex needs to be in perfect order to work properly, and this isn’t always…
Although running barefoot was the preference of many running legends,
it can’t be denied that a good running shoe is your most important equipment as a runner.
It acts as your first line of defense against any danger and injury,
while helping you achieve your fullest potential.
But because running…
Conventional wisdom tells us that the human foot is delicate, fragile, and injury-prone on its own. In order to be at all useful for walking or running, our feet have to be modified with thick heel cushioning, arch support, and an assortment of other features. Supposedly, humans are the only…
If you are suffering from heel spurs, you are probably looking for a way to get relief very quickly. These very painful spurs are cuased by calcium deposits which collect on the heel and form a spur shaped bony protrusion.
They can occur at any age, although if you are…
I am a natural herbal remedy enthusiast, but I also love great home remedies. I share the best remedies I can find from different ancient cultural traditions to the new and modern internet additions. I came across a great home remedy that can cure toenail fungus. It is very easy…
People suffering in the early stage of diabetes may not realize it, but they might need to wear shoes that have soft shoe insoles and materials that can absorb shock. They might not need orthopedic inserts immediately, but gradually they will need. Even for patients with early stage of diabetes,…
It is now possible to buy orthotics pretty much anywhere and at any time. All one needs is a smartphone and an internet connection. The process has been, in the past mostly offline, at a doctor’s office, or some place in the house where it’s not as bad if a…