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Been taking some time off and just cruising along and enjoying life? Or maybe you’ve been so busy and stressed that exercise has fallen by the wayside. Maybe it’s just never been a priority for you. Regardless of the reason, you’re at high risk for an ankle sprain if you haven’t been physically active for … Continue reading How to Prevent Ankle Sprains If You’re Getting Active for the First Time in a Long Time

Many people with diabetes don’t realize the true danger their feet can face. Ulcers can develop in hours and result in everything ranging from calluses, burning, and numbness to amputation. Specially designed shoes for diabetics make sense, and here’s why: Avoid Many Painful Foot Problems – Including Amputation If you’re diabetic and you wear regular … Continue reading 4 Benefits of Diabetic Shoes

Custom orthotics can be exactly the solution your feet need to feel relaxed and comfortable once again. But since you don’t hear as much about them, you may not know how to get the most benefit from them once you have your own. If you have custom orthotics, do this to make sure you get … Continue reading How to Get the Most Out of Your Custom Orthotics

Yes – men and women do generally experience slightly different problems with their feet and ankles. This is what happens to the fellas most frequently: 1. Ingrown Toenails These cause a significant amount of pain – to the point where they seriously impact your performance. Why do men and boys get them? They don’t understand … Continue reading The 4 Most Common Foot Problems Men Experience

We’re a little bit more than halfway through winter. You certainly don’t want to spend Valentine’s laid up with an ice pack on your ankle, do you? Winter here in Texas doesn’t get as rough as it does in northern states. But, we still have our days. Here’s what to look out for and do … Continue reading 3 Winter Foot and Ankle Safety Tips

If you’re not a winter sports person, or even if you’re just not the active type, your feet and ankles get used to your sedentary lifestyle. By that I mean they’re not necessarily in shape and ready for frequent exercise, or for the intensity of the movement you may place them under. So if you’re … Continue reading How to Prep Your Feet and Ankles for Spring

Many things most women do in their normal routine actually put great stress on their feet and ankles. Do you do any of these? Find out some of the most common mistakes you can make, and the potential harm they can cause: Wearing Heels Too Frequently High-heels have the obvious ability to lead to broken … Continue reading 4 Most Common Foot And Ankle Care Mistakes Women Make

Are you considering orthotics? Perhaps you’re not even sure how to understand them. Put simply, an orthotic means any device you insert into your shoe to provide additional comfort and support. You’ve probably seen them at various stores. Some cost just $10 or so, while others can run up to a few hundred. The simpler … Continue reading The Beginner’s Guide to Orthotics

With any medical condition, the worst thing you can do is ignore it and hope it goes away. That’s certainly the case with sores if you have diabetes. Ignoring the issue can actually lead to the amputation of your foot – or entire leg. Left unattended, minor wounds can become serious foot ulcers. And that … Continue reading How to Care for, And Prevent, Foot Sores If You Have Diabetes

Winter’s a comin’, and so is the risk for different kinds of foot and ankle injuries. What could happen? And how do you prevent these injuries so you don’t spend several weeks laid up on your recliner? Find out below: Ankle Injuries from Slipping on Ice We don’t have to deal with ice and snow … Continue reading How to Prevent 5 Common Winter Foot Injuries