Amazing Facts, Blogs and Ideas About Podiatry

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Amazing Facts, Blogs and Ideas About Podiatry

Looking Past the Hype to Buy Your Perfect Sports Shoe

10 June 2019
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If somebody were to ask you to name a sports shoe manufacturer, you could probably rattle off the names of two or even three of these companies without a pause. There's every reason why these companies are household names, as this industry is one of the larger ones in the world. It's not surprising, therefore, that these companies spend so much on marketing in order to tell you about the latest and most amazing kind of footwear, but why do you need to look past all that branding imagery in order to get the perfect solution for you?
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How Type 2 Diabetes Can Affect Foot Health

28 November 2018
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Those with type 2 diabetes are at risk of developing serious foot conditions as a result of poorly controlled blood sugar levels. Raised blood sugar can cause nerve damage, which is known as neuropathy, or a condition called peripheral vascular disease, which impairs blood circulation. These two issues can put diabetics at an increased risk of foot amputation due to the development of a bacterial infection, if left untreated. Here's an overview of the main foot health problems that affect those with type 2 diabetes.
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Emblematic Causes of Chronic Heel Pain

8 May 2018
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One of the characteristics of ageing is developing a host of aches and pains due to the progressive wear and tear of your body. While some of these discomforts may have a clear, some may seem to manifest on their own accord. One of the aches that most people suffer from and are unaware of why they have developed this problem is heel pain. The main reason why the average person typically overlooks heel pain is that their foot does absorb a high degree of stress from the forces it is exposed to from the moment they get up in the morning.
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5 Rules Hikers Need to Follow to Prevent Twisting Their Ankles in the Backcountry

8 August 2016
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Hikers who like to head into the backcountry are at increased risk of twisting an ankle since they often need to traverse rough, uneven terrain. Twisting an ankle can damage the bones, ligaments, tendons, and muscles within your foot. This might simply result in an uncomfortable hike back to your car, but it can also do serious damage. If you find yourself barely able to walk in the backcountry, you're in a bad spot, and the pressure you'll need to place on your foot to get anywhere could increase the amount of damage sustained, so make sure you follow these five rules to help prevent turning your ankle.
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Dealing With Shin Splint: Advice For Badminton Players

8 July 2016
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Badminton is a popular sport across Australia, but like any other form of physical activity, injuries can occur. Common injuries in badminton include sprained ankles and tennis elbow, but players can also experience shin splints. Find out what causes this problem, and learn more about the steps you may need to take to deal with the issue. What are shin splints? The term 'shin splints' is often one that people apply to any pain that occurs beneath the knee and the ankle, but there are several variations of the condition.
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Amazing Facts, Blogs and Ideas About Podiatry

Whether you are a concerned parent, a podiatry patient or someone just worried about your own feet, my blog is designed for you. Hi, my name is Alecia, and due to gestational diabetes, I had to see a podiatrist a few years ago. Now, my son has flat feet, and we are again eliciting help from one of these professionals. I wanted to help others who may be in similar situations so I decided to start this blog. I am going to cover a range of info related to podiatry, and I hope that these posts, ideas and facts inspire and inform you. Thanks for reading, and I wish you the best of health with your feet and the rest of your body.