If your feet are properly aligned, your toes will point straight ahead when walking. The first point of contact should be your heel, followed by the outside border of your foot, the ball of your foot, and finally the big toe. If you have concerns with your gait, have back pain, hip pain or get […]
Monthly Archives: July 2019
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Corns and calluses are caused by friction and pressure from skin rubbing against bony areas when wearing shoes. If you ignore the first sign of soreness corns and calluses can develop as nature’s way of protecting sensitive areas. Treatment can be simple and can help to prevent recurring issues. READ MORE
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Whether you are a serious hiker, you just get out for the occasional day trip, or you do some light trail walking, proper footwear is key to avoiding pain, blisters or other issues. The last thing you want is to be sidelined by injury or have other issues like corns, callouses, blisters or pain that […]
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When you have diabetes you need to take care of your feet every day. Having diabetes can increase your risk of foot ulcers and amputations. Your feet are at risk because diabetes can cause damage to the nerves in your feet, blood circulation and cause infection. This damage is more likely if you have had diabetes […]