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Diabetes And Your Feet
If you have diabetes, then you may experience unusual or troublesome problems with your feet. With diabetes, whenever you get a sore on your feet, you could be at risk for an infection that may result in amputation if you're not careful. Here are some things to know about how diabetes affects your feet, and things you can do to keep your feet healthy. How are Foot Sores Worsened by Diabetes?
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What You Should Do When You Twist Your Ankle
When you fall or stumble and twist your ankle, you may want to brush the situation off as no big deal. However, if you have hurt your ankle and are in any type of pain, it is important that you take proper care of your injury and do not disregard or downplay your pain. Get to know some of the steps to take when you have twisted your ankle so you can be sure you are taking the best possible care of yourself and your health going forward.
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Foot Pain? It Might Be Time To Pitch The Pumps
Are you having foot pain? You've heard of corns, calluses, and bunions causing foot pain, but have you ever heard of pump bump? This condition could be the culprit, especially if you have a closet full of fashionable, high-heeled pumps. What's Pump Bump? Pump bump, also known as Haglund's deformity, is a bony protrusion on the calcaneus (the bone that forms the heel). It is often seen in women who wear tight pump-style shoes, which is why it's often called pump bump.
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Tips For Alleviating Your Heel's Plantar Fasciitis Pain
If you are experiencing very severe pain in the heel of your foot, then it is likely that you have a condition known as plantar fasciitis. This condition is caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia tendon located on the bottom of your foot. The tendon runs all the way from your heel up to your toes, and when it becomes inflamed, you will have severe, sharp pain in your heel when you walk on it.
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Runners: Here's How To Prevent Achilles Tendon Injuries
It's the largest tendon in your body, but that does not mean your Achilles tendon is impervious to injuries. Achilles tendon soreness, tearing, and separation leaves many runners sidelined each year. To ensure you don't suffer the same fate, make sure you're doing these things to protect your Achilles tendons. Do plyometric drills. When your Achilles tendon is inflexible, it is more likely to tear or become strained. In order to improve the flexibility of your tendons, it is important to add some pliometric drills to your running routine.
About Me
Your feet might not seem like an important part of your personal health and wellness routine, but you would be hard-pressed to work out without them. Unfortunately, many people overlook their foot health, only to end up suffering from debilitating bunions and painful ingrown toenails. A few years ago, I ignored a cut on my foot which eventually turned into a full-blown infection. After a near-amputation, I realized that I needed to start focusing on my whole body. I know that if you can start focusing on your foot health, you can avoid troubling conditions so that you can enjoy your life.