Here?s Some Advice I Often Give to My Patients: Have a Goal in Mind Do you want to enter a certain event, walking daily, or run around with the kids? Have a goal that is clear, realistic and concise. Start Low & Go Slow If you have not exercised for quite some time, do not …
How Does Pregnancy Affect Your Feet? Pregnancy triggers many different changes in a woman?s body. What happens is that during pregnancy there is an increased release of a hormone within the body called relaxin. Relaxin is important in preparing the body for childbirth and is responsible for relaxing the ligaments. However, this hormone has an affect …
What is Intoeing? In-toeing or ?pigeon toes? is very common in young children and is when a person?s feet turn inward (instead of pointing straight ahead or outward). In-toeing may not cause any problems however, in severe cases in-toeing can cause clumsiness and falls where intervention should occur. What Causes Intoeing? There are three main …
Feet in the Cooler Weather Caring for your feet is very important, especially during the cooler months. The cooler weather can present multiple challenges in maintaining foot health, with the risk of numbness and decreased circulation dramatically increasing. Check Your Feet Daily It is important to check your feet daily looking for breaks in the …
What is Hikers Wool? HikersWool is made from lambs? fleece which is soft, lanolin rich and durable. It helps with prevention of blisters and irritation spots between toes and on the soles of your feet by preventing friction from occurring. The wonder of wool wicks away moisture and perspiration allowing your feet to breathe. It …
Falls Can Change Your Life Forever Falls – The Facts ? A fall is defined as having an unexpected event in which the person comes to rest on the ground.? Falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospital admission in people aged 65 years and older.? At least one third of community dwelling older adults …
