Pregnancy is a unique time in a woman’s life when enormous changes are happening throughout the body. The obvious one is the expanding belly, but other areas can be noticeable as well, such as swelling of the feet and ankles. Although it is a normal and common condition that helps prepare the body for a […]
Welcome to 2017! A new year means a perfect opportunity to focus on a healthier lifestyle and on self care. While it is easy to take your feet for granted, foot health is an important indication of your overall health and plays a big role in achieving your goals, whether it’s regular exercise or a […]
The winter season is an exciting time for winter sport enthusiasts and each year, millions of people venture to ski slopes, mountains and skating rinks for some fun. Although these activities can be full of fun and great memories, foot injuries such as ankle sprains, strains, dislocations, and fractures commonly occur. In many cases, injuries […]
The first several years of a child’s life is full of growth and change. Properly caring for their feet is especially important in order to prevent problems when children are older. The following tips can help to ensure healthy development in their feet! Babies’ bones are flexible and not fully developed, so it is important […]
If you’ve been outside in the cold, chances are you can’t wait to go home and warm up your toes and feet. Sometimes after you are in the warm indoors, you can experience a burning and itching sensation, especially in the toes. It may be a common winter condition called chilblains, which is caused by […]
Between the holidays and cold temperatures, for many, the winter season may also coincide with dwindling motivation to stay active. It’s tempting to go into hibernation mode, but staying active through the fall and winter can help keep your body physically, emotionally, and mentally healthy! If you’re not the gym-going type, check out these easy […]
Regular exercise is a safe and recommended way to help lower blood sugar and reduce weight for people with diabetes. It can seem overwhelming to suddenly incorporate exercise into your daily life, but with these simple tips, you can improve your health and your diabetes! Set realistic, small goals – Writing them down can serve […]
Black Friday is coming up, which is the start of holiday shopping season. The holidays are filled with joy, surprises, and a giving spirit among family, friends, and strangers, but it can also mean lots of tired feet from long stressful shopping trips and other events. Even if you get through the day of shopping, […]
Did you know that diabetic foot ulcers are the number one cause for nontraumatic lower extremity amputations and that foot complications are the leading cause for hospitalizations among diabetics? These are key reasons why prevention is an emphasized and vital aspect of the management and care of diabetes. Since people with diabetes often have compromised […]
Since November is American Diabetes Month, we are taking this opportunity to share useful information and tips about diabetes and provide chances to learn more about this condition that affects more than tens of millions of people in the U.S. Abnormal blood glucose levels caused by diabetes can cascade into many types of complications throughout […]
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