Foot Massages 101
Foot massages can be a useful and important component of a foot therapy routine. Foot massages can have a range of potential benefits. Not only might such massages improve blood …
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Seniors and Plantar Fasciitis
Elderly people often develop foot problems and one of the most common is plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis occurs when the plantar fascia ligament that connects the heel to the front of …
Flat Foot Exercises
Fallen arches are another name for flat feet. It is noticed while standing and the entire foot lies flat on the ground. Many people have genetic traits for this condition …
Ankle Arthritis Can Cause Severe Pain
Arthritis in the feet can be a debilitating condition and it may occur from a prior injury to the ankle, obesity, or joint infection. Additionally, rheumatoid disease may lead to …
Construction Workers Can Be at Greater Risk of Falling
Research has shown the risk of falling among construction workers is greater than other professions. Many construction workers use tall ladders and climb on rooftops. There are prevention techniques that can …
Walking and Weight Loss May Help Arthritic Patients
Some people who are afflicted with arthritis have found it beneficial to start a walking program. In addition to improving foot care, walking is good for maintaining heart health and strong …
Pain in the Big Toe
Gout is an inflammatory arthritis that develops from high levels of serum urate in the body which can form into crystals in and around a joint causing inflammation. Urate comes …
Treating Painful Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis can be a debilitating disease where a joint’s lining (synovium) is attacked by the body’s immune system. This causes the synovium to become inflamed, which damages the surrounding …
Who Is Prone to Developing Sever’s Disease?
A condition that affects the heel in growing children and young adults is commonly referred to as Sever’s disease. It can cause extreme pain and discomfort, and generally affects children …
Gout May Not Be the Only Arthritis Affecting Your Joints
Gout is a painful arthritic condition caused by an excessive amount of uric acid in the body that hardens into crystals that lodge in the joints. Gout can occur in …