Cycling takes the second spot as the most popular outdoor activity in the United States. It’s an activity that anyone can participate in, it has been shown to lower the risk of breast cancer in women, and countries with the most cycling and walking have the lowest obesity rates. Are there risks to my feet […]
“I want these ones Mom!” “Dad, all the kids in my class have this kind!” “These are what all the players are wearing!” Do these statements sound familiar when shoe shopping with your kids? Picking out the right shoes for your kids can be a difficult task, but are you making the decision based on their foot […]
Are you experiencing a dull pain that comes and goes in the ball of your foot? Read on, you may have sesamoiditis. What is sesamoiditis? Most bones in your body are connected to one another at joints. The sesamoid bones are not. They are either attached to tendons or are found deep in muscles. Your kneecap […]
Drs. Joel Brook, Arroyo, and McClurkin foot specialists in Dallas, TX see daily how uncomfortable shoes can cause heel pain, arch pain, blisters, corns and more. If you have diabetes, these minor problems can turn very serious. If you have diabetes, these minor problems can turn very serious. To avoid problems, it is crucial if […]
Mark Wahlberg may be most known for his extraordinary big screen talents. During a recent appearance though on the Ellen DeGeneres show however, he revealed dealing with something very ordinary: an ingrown toenail. Wahlberg shared about his toe troubles, which ended with him having part of his toenail surgically removed. Wahlberg’s experience can shed some light […]
A simple twist or trip on a curb can cause a pretty painful ankle sprain. When ankles sustain repeated injury, chronic ankle instability can result. This condition is described as ankles “giving way” on a recurring basis. Many athletes suffer from this condition while playing but it can also happen while walking or standing. How does chronic instability […]
Do you live in a cold climate? If so, you most likely wear gloves and hats to protect your skin from the elements. You may even slather on moisturizer to protect dry skin from cracking. Did you know that your feet take protective measures too? When your feet encounter a lot of friction, hardened layers of […]
Making a New Year’s resolution to be healthier is one of the most common ones out there. Diet, weight loss, and exercise can be exciting starting off points or a set of daunting tasks that has one in fear from the start. It can be especially hard if you are trying to make it a family […]
Living well and healthy lives can’t just be something you talk about. It involves choices and discipline to keep those choices in place. If families want to be healthy they need to be proactive – but it’s hard though to know where to begin, especially if healthy choices haven’t been a priority. It’s never too […]
Have you ever told yourself, “Just a little bit won’t hurt?” Maybe it is one extra trip to the buffet table, a dessert, a drink or a break from exercise. However, when the “little bit extra” contributes to obesity, the effects can be life threatening and children unfortunately are not exempt. The Centers for Disease Control and […]
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