Is that a Foreign Body Sticking Out of Your Foot?
One of my favorite terms in writing this blog is the term “foreign bodies.” Okay, it makes me giggle a little each time I hear the term. (I have found that the doctor does not share my humor about this term. It must be something about studying this seriously in school.) “A foreign body or […]
Running with Flat Feet
Do you have flat feet? I don’t mean that you think your feet look pretty flat. I mean has a doctor looked at your feet and told you that you have flat feet? If you have flat feet, you have some potential problems […]
5 Reasons Why You Should Not Think Flip Flops are Shoes
Yes, it is time for one of my least popular posts of the year. I know you love your flip flops. You wear them everywhere. They are so easy and sooo comfortable. I have heard a million reasons why I am wrong and that flop flops are the best things for your feet. I […]
Starting too Fast – Achilles Tendinitis
In the last of our series on overuse injuries caused by starting off an exercise routing too quickly, we look at Achilles tendinitis. Achilles Tendinitis Your Achilles tendon is the longest tendon in your body. It is located at the back of your leg and connects your calf muscles to your heel. There are […]
The Perils of Starting Your New Exercise Routine Too Quickly – Plantar Fasciitis.
In our continuing series on injuries that can happen when you start your exercise program too quickly or you suddenly increase your activity or intensity. This week we look at plantar fasciitis. Plantar Fasciitis Plantar fasciitis is one of those conditions that you hear about frequently. But do you know what it is? The […]