Growing Cases of Fungal Foot Infections Rise among Men and their Trendsetting Loafers
Many men run a risk of contracting feet fungus, along with foul odor when wearing trendsetting loafers without socks, according to experts. The look, which celebrity figures Ryan Gosling and Jude Law favor is causing a dramatic rise in bad foot odor and cases of athlete’s foot. Recent surveys which Daily Mail reports show sales…
Athlete Races Together with Fellow Cyclists towards their Goals
Cyclist Kevin Korenthal underwent foot rehabilitation after a tragic accident required his left leg undergo amputation. Korenthal, however, is not only stronger from his ordeal, but also uses his very experience to reach out to other cyclists in similar circumstances. “If my participation in this extraordinary event can raise just a few extra thousand dollars…
New Study Suggests Poor Footwear A Major Cause of Foot Problems
According to a poll conducted by the College of Podiatry, at least one third of women admitted to wearing heels they know did not fit them either because they ‘looked nice’ or could not find a pair in their size. Consultant podiatrist Mike O’Neill, says “there’s absolutely no doubt that women who wear high heels…
Brett Anderson Anticipates Evaluation and Treatment for Stress Fracture
The Oakland Athletics announced recently that their famous pitcher Brett Anderson sustained an injury that might put him out of playing for a while. The athlete’s CT scan has revealed that he is suffering from a stress fracture on his right foot. The 25-year-old left handed pitcher is currently on a 15-day disabled list with…
The Young and Fit are Less Injury Prone According to Study
According to a new study by the Orthopedic Journal of Sports Medicine, runners with a more easygoing personality, overweight or older in age are more prone to running injuries than those who are younger or thinner. Danish researchers surveyed 930 new runners for one year (runners who hadn’t run more than 10 kilometers total in…
Small Heels More Appropriate than Flats for Healthier Feet
Now that it’s spring, people are eager to store away the winter boots in favor of donning sandals and flats. At the same time many try to find shoes that can properly care for their feet. However, the shoes that retailers sell have been proven to be dangerous for some shoe-goers; causing problems like tendon…
Marathon Runner Goes Barefoot In 10km Event
Brendan Mitchell has been trying for years to determine if shoes are truly necessary for when you go running. The runner has been granted permission by organizers of the Noosas Ultimate Sports Fest 10km event to run barefoot. This will test out the differences between barefoot running and running with shoes as featured in his…
Orthotics Gives Child Another Chance on the Field
David Loo’s health and mobility thrive on a well-fitted piece of plastic that looks like a boot, but is actually an ankle foot orthotic. The 13-year-old was born with hemiplegia, a form of cerebral palsy that severely weakened the right side of his body. Without the plastic support David’s right foot and ankle turn inward,…
Crack in Derek Jeter’s Ankle Shows a Fragile Furture for Yankees
New York’s general manager, Brian Cashman, announced that Jeter has a new crack in his previously healed left ankle. He also added that he won’t return until after All-Star break. The discovery was made when Jeter made an unscheduled visit to an ankle specialist, after minimizing his workouts last weekend. Jeter tried returning on Opening…
‘42’ Actor Bruises Feet and Hands in New Role
Newcomer Chadwick Boseman went through physical pain portraying baseball legend Jackie Robinson in the new film 42, because director Brian Helgeland wanted to use the same gear Robison acquired during his time. Boseman placed a great deal of stress on his feet and hands. “Wearing the shoes was the worst thing because shoes have come…