Do you trip a lot or have difficulty with your balance? Many people, especially older people, struggle with balance problems that stem from ankle instability, peripheral neuropathy, stiff joints, or other underlying conditions or medications. It can be frightening to always be worried about falling, especially when falls are the leading cause of injuries leading […]
For runners, choosing the right shoe may be one of the most important decisions you make. Not only can it mean a comfortable, painless run, but it also means preventing common conditions like plantar fasciitis, shin splints, and Achilles tendinitis. Going to a shoe store can be overwhelming with all of the choices, so knowing […]
The Fall is a time filled with delicious seasonal foods to enjoy with family and friends. The holidays will be here soon and there will be plenty of opportunities to cook and share meals. For those who have diabetes, it can be challenging to manage your meals, but luckily Fall has many delicious options to […]
With the new fall season comes a host of delicious food, fun events, holidays, and activities that the whole family can enjoy. The Philadelphia area is known to have beautiful foliage and a variety of ways to enjoy the autumn. Enjoy the outdoors and all that fall has to offer with these activities: Apple picking […]
Football season has officially started, and we are already hearing about injuries and players who are unfortunately out for the rest of the season. Despite rigorous training and care, a high contact sport like football leads to unexpected injuries, especially in the feet and ankles. The most common injuries are: Ankle sprains – Running, jumping, […]
Did you know that September is Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) awareness month? It is a very common circulatory condition, but many people do not realize that they have the disease. Since so many people suffer from this condition, this month is the perfect opportunity to spread knowledge and awareness about PAD. What is it? Peripheral […]
Although the Rio Olympics are officially over, there is no doubt that people are still feeling the overwhelming inspiration, pride, and courage that the Olympic athletes brought to people all over the world. Behind the happiness, joy, and positive experiences that comes from making it to the Olympics lie many years of hardship, training, and […]
Are you feeling pain in your ankle or walking with a limp? It’s common to hear about ankle sprains that occur from a fall or athletic activity, but there are ankle injuries that can occur over a period of time. One of these conditions involves the peroneal tendons that run behind the protruding ankle bone […]
Undergoing surgery to treat a toe deformity is not always an easy choice, but if all conservative measures have failed to bring you relief from discomfort or pain, there are surgical options that can help. Bunions form when the big toe joint moves out of alignment so that the toe points towards the other toes. […]
Many people may have witnessed the terrifying fracture that occurred during the 2016 Rio Olympics to French gymnast Samir Ait Said. It was no doubt a traumatic and painful experience for him and demonstrates the amount of force and strength that goes into an Olympic event. However, you don’t have to be an Olympic athlete […]
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