As the warmer weather of spring and especially summer approaches, many of us begin to worry about the impact of the more intense heat on our bodies. Excess sweating can be very uncomfortable and embarrassing. This can happen not only under the armpits, on the forehead, or around the neck, but also on our feet. …
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Our bodies often provide us with important signals of growing threats to our physical well-being. The biggest challenge and danger that most of us face is that we do not accurately read those threats, perhaps ignoring or misinterpreting them. I was struck again by this challenge and danger after learning about a recent survey run …
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With spring on the way, runners look forward to running more regularly outside. Running is a great physical exercise with numerous cardiovascular and physical benefits. It is simply amazing to see how many people of all ages run today, from teens all the way up to older women and men.
Arthritis is a terrible condition that affects tens of millions of Americans, sometimes with crippling effects. It can take numerous manifestations and forms, and different variations are given different designations. But, in the broadest terms, arthritis refers to the inflammation and swelling of cartilage and joint lining, which is accompanied by additional fluid in the …
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The most common cause of heel pain is plantar fasciitis, and according to hcplive.com, “a full 10% of the population experiences heel pain their lives.” Those who have chronic heel pain may require surgery as a treatment option. A study conducted by the Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery suggests that surgery that did not require calcaneal, …
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Heel pain is a stressful condition that affects day to day activities. Running and walking both causes stress on the heel because the heel is the part of the foot that hits the ground first. This means that the heel is taking on your entire weight. Diagnosis and treatments for heel pain can be easily …
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Your feet carry the weight of your entire body. That is why it is very important for you to take good care of them. There are a number of things you can do in order to take care of your feet. Below is a list of tips that will help:
Statistics gathered by Danish website RunRepeat have concluded that expensive running shoes are often no better than cheaper running shoes. The information was collected from nearly 135,000 consumer reviews gathered over a year. The biggest surprise the reviews showed was that high-priced shoes often had lower ratings. The 10 most expensive running shoes, averaged at …
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Running may seem like a simple to do. However, running is actually a complex movement that puts stress on the ligaments, bones, and joints of the body. Selecting the correct running shoe is important for increasing performance and avoiding risk of injury. Running shoes should be selected based on your foot type. Considerations such as …
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Lansdale, Pennsylvania (February 9, 2016) – Wachtel Family Foot Care employs advanced laser technology not found anywhere else in the Lansdale area to treat various foot pain conditions. The Diowave brand Class IV-High Power Laser Therapy (HPLT) device is provided by Technological Advancements, LLC, the developers of the first FDA cleared therapeutic laser. These devices …
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