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No matter how well you take care of your feet, there are certain underlying medical problems that can cause foot issues. From poor circulation to diabetes, the feet can be affected by health conditions that cause numbness and non-healing sores which can create a systemic infection. The solution is to keep your body healthy in…
An orthotic is a type of insole inserted in shoes for support. You should be familiar with these pre-package shoe inserts, as they are commonly seen at your local pharmacy stores like, CVS or RiteAid. For many people, their first brush with orthotic-use is when they experience foot pain. However, the use of orthotics without…
Protecting your feet is another addition to the list of things you have to be extra mindful of as a diabetic. Peripheral neuropathy or nerve damage could prevent you from feeling pain, which is the first sign that something is wrong. As a result, an ulcer or blister could develop without you even noticing. Doctors…
If you have chronic foot issues and have tried conservative methods to remedy it, you may be a good candidate for foot surgery. If this is the case, you should consider getting an arthroscopic foot surgery instead of a tradition foot surgery. Arthroscopic foot surgery, unlike traditional foot surgery, utilizes a fiber-optic viewing camera and…
Pregnancy is a joyful and exciting time for soon-to-be-mothers. While this is true, it’s may not exactly be a comfortable experience for some. Nausea, mood swings, food cravings, and fatigue are only a few challenges that pregnant women go through. An issue we hear less often about is foot pain. Pregnant women tend to feel…
