If you have ever had an ingrown nail then you know that it can be extremely painful and can cause serious discomfort. An ingrown nail can become red and swollen and if the nail punctures the skin then bacteria could get in to the wound and lead to an infection. That and the fact that…
So you’ve just gotten a quote from a builder to do a major renovation on your home. What do you do next? You get another quote of course. When it comes to our health care very few of us do the same. In a study by Harris Interactive, 70% of adults stated that they would…
The minimalist running and shoe revolution was inspired by the book Born To Run by Christopher McDougal. Although the book is quite convincing, the transition to barefoot, or minimalist running, is more challenging than it appears. I would also add that some people may never successfully make the transition without risking injury. Here are some…
Unlike the old days, sneakers of today are made with the dynamic function of the foot in mind. Modern running shoes are made with synthetic foam midsoles usually Polyurethane (PU) and Ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) that improve shock absorption. The outsoles are made from synthetic rubber that resists abrasion and improves traction. The uppers are…
In the Podiatric community, the benefits of custom foot orthotics for the treatment of foot and ankle pain is very well documented. Many of us however have noticed secondary benefits in patients with knee and back pain. A common response from patients with a history of back pain is: “the Orthotics really helped my foot…
Diabetes is a disease, which afflicts a large percentage of our population. It is caused by the body’s inability or reduced ability to produce insulin. This in turn caused blood sugar to rise. This rise in blood sugar reduces the body’s ability to heal from wounds or injury. In addition it will affect the small…