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Diabetes affects more than blood sugar levels. It can lay the groundwork for other issues within the body including neuropathy in the feet. That’s because high blood sugar levels damage nerves, causing an individual to lose feeling in their hands and feet. About 70% of diabetics eventually experience neuropathy, according to the National Institute of […]
Plantar fasciitis is a common problem experienced by Americans every year. Ranging from mild to severe cases, plantar fasciitis can lead to pain in the heel and the bottom of the foot, making walking long distances uncomfortable and sometimes unbearable. With plantar fasciitis, the fascia—a thin band of tissue that attaches from heel to toes— […]
It’s amazing what having strong feet can do for your day. And it’s not that hard to get there. Follow these nine exercises to stretch and strengthen your toes and soles for healthier moving. #1: Big Toe Three-Way Stretch The big toe is essential for strong feet, helping you maintain balance and push off when […]
What makes a long day better? Besides a glass of wine, it’s probably a foot massage. A foot massage can take away the stress from a long workday or the built-up anger of being held up in five o’clock traffic. After standing or walking for hours on end, a foot massage can be just what […]
Every runner knows how important it is to do proper stretching before and after exercise. That goes double for the feet, which take the brunt of most workouts. Even for the average person, making a habit to stretch feet each day is a smart way to keep injuries and painful conditions like plantar fasciitis away. […]
It’s 2 a.m. and you’re hungry. You drag yourself out of bed to walk barefoot through a dark hallway toward the kitchen. As you make a turn toward the fridge, bam! Your big toe slams into the doorway, leaving you doubled over in pain. You’ve now joined millions of Americans in the unpleasant event of […]
The South is full of beautiful mountains, trails, and woodlands to freely explore. Hiking enthusiasts will tell you there’s nothing like breathing in the fresh air and discovering new terrain—and the hiking challenges that come with it. On the flip side, hikers can also experience many foot discomforts and injuries as a result of the […]
Each year seems to fall into crazy, busy schedules at the end of the year. School, holidays, and work take up many priorities on the to-do list, with little time left to go around. Make sure you schedule time to assess your end-of-the year health benefits and dental coverage to maximize their full advantages. Flexible […]
Summer in Alabama is hanging on, and so are the warm temperatures. You throw on your new pair of sneakers and head to the lake to take advantage of it. After lounging in the heat for much of the afternoon, it’s time to head home. You reach for your sneakers to wear back to the […]
Whether you’re wearing sandals in the blazing hot summer or boots during a brutally cold winter––having a bunion is no joke. If you’re wincing every time you put on your shoes, it may be time to take care of that bunion jutting out of the base of your big toe. But, is surgery really necessary? […]
