Why You Shouldn’t Delay Foot Surgery
We know that scheduling foot surgery can be scary. You don’t want to deal with down time or a recovery period. And so, you delay getting your procedure on the calendar. So, yes, you aren’t being sidelined for recovery. But, most likely, you’re being less active than you want to be because of the condition…
Aaron Rodgers, Rick Snyder & other Achilles Tendon injury sufferers
There’s been a lot of buzz in recent years regarding the Achilles tendon injury. Recently, NY Jets’ quarterback Aaron Rodgers tore his Achilles tendon, sparking a debate about the safety of playing on turf. And, a few years back, former Michigan governor Rick Snyder felt a “pop” in his right foot while jogging, learning that…
How to Train for Half Marathon with Lower Foot Injury Risks
Want to train for a half marathon without getting hurt? Well, as it turns out, you can learn a lot from ultra-marathoners. Let’s take a look to see what we mean. How to Train for Half Marathon: Lessons from High Milers In case you didn’t know, an ultra-marathon consists of running well over 26.2 miles.…
4 Ways to Prevent and Treat Bunions
If you’re ready to treat bunions, you aren’t alone. In fact, about 33% of American adults have one. [i] (And that rate goes up if bunions run in your family, because they tend to be genetic.) So, if you have a big bump on the side of your foot, whether or not it hurts, it…
Here’s Why These 8 Shoe Styles are Worst for Your Feet
Did you know that avoid the worst shoe styles for your feet is as important as wearing the right ones? In our Spring and Tomball, TX podiatry practice, we know that wearing the right shoes matters. With proper foot gear, you can avoid pain and walk or exercise comfortably. But with the wrong pair? Well,…
3 Ways to Tell if You Have a Sprained or Broken Ankle
When you’re moving just fine and then you step the wrong way, you may feel pain in your foot or ankle. Right away, you’ll know something is wrong. But it may be harder to tell if you’ve sprained or broken your ankle, or simply experiencing a little discomfort. That makes a lot of sense, when…
Check out the Exciting New Bunionectomy Technique!
For many bunion sufferers, a bunionectomy is the only way to find relief. Recently, Criminal Minds star Shemar Moore posted on Instagram about his excitement over bunion surgery, hoping it would turn him into “a foot model.” But, while Shemar was ready to go under the knife, according to The Daily Mail, women are among…
Check out Your Health Plan with a Broken Foot
With 26 bones inside, any injury could leave you with a broken foot. That’s especially true because many of the bones are small and delicate, especially those in your toes and midfoot. Even worse? They can be hard to heal, because we put lots of pressure on our feet. And many bones in the foot…
3 Signs You Need Help for Heel Spurs
Do you need help for heel spurs? Or are you wondering what’s causing that bony bump on the back of your heel? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Heel spurs are bone spurs that form at the back of your heel. And bone spurs are just extra bone that grows on top of your…
Why Vitamin C for Gout Doesn’t Work
Lots of people think vitamin c for gout will help them reduce flares. But what is gout? And how can you reduce your risk for this disease? Read on to find out! What is Gout? Gout is a painful type of arthritis that comes in flares. These flares develop when uric acid crystals build in…
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