July 25th, 2011
Recently, we’ve all caught a severe case of “soccer fever” thanks to the FIFA Women’s World Cup. This summer, much of America’s youth has been juggling soccer balls, attending camps and participating in clubs with the hopes of becoming the next soccer star. While the sport encourages competition and exercise, it is also a perfect Read more...
Tags: achilles tendonitis, ankle brace, ankle sprain, athletes, children, fall sports, foot and ankle injuries, foot and ankle products, soccer, soccer injuries, sore ankle, sore foot, stress fractures, summer sports
Posted in Achilles Tendonitis, Ankle Sprain, Conditions, Fall, Plantar Fasciitis, Safety, Seasonal, Spring, Summer
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July 20th, 2011
In the mind of an athlete, painful feet are not worthy of the sympathy card. Aching soles do not stand any ground compared to more notorious injuries in sports. However, according to NY Times reporter Gretchen Reynolds, foot damage debilitates countless athletes, for the foot stands at great risk for serious harm. In her article, Read more...
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Posted in Ankle Sprain, Conditions, Plantar Fasciitis, Safety
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July 13th, 2011
An estimated 10,000 podiatrists and orthopedic physicians will descend upon Boston’s John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center at the end of July for the 2011 APMA Annual Scientific Meeting. Founded in 1912, the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) is the leading resource for foot and ankle health information. The brightest podiatric minds in the Read more...
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July 12th, 2011
While exercise intends to improve health, joggers may be one stride closer to foot and ankle discomfort simply because of the wrong type of shoe or running surface. Foot pain caused by improper running can stretch from minor injuries to serious damage. According to reporter, Jan Sheehan, five common sources of pain include heel pain, Read more...
Tags: achilles tendonitis, foot pain, heel pain, proper footwear, running, running shoes, tendinitis
Posted in Achilles Tendonitis, Bunions, Conditions, Plantar Fasciitis, Running Shoes, Safety
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July 7th, 2011
Some people experiencing pain in their big toe may not know that they could have a bunion. Bunions can start small and may not be painful – however, without early treatment bunions can become a more severe and painful condition. Many people forego early bunion treatment because it does not affect their every day life Read more...
Tags: arch support, big toe pain, bunion, bunion pain, bunion relief, bunion shoes, bunion splints, bunion surgery, bunion symptoms, bunion treatment, foot conditions, foot pain, toe spacers
Posted in Bunions, Bunions Products, Conditions, Featured Products
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