Assistance from Podiatrists in Caring for People With Diabetes
It has been estimated that about 56 million people have diabetes and 17 million Australians have diabetes and 14 million Australians are diagnosed, and around 5 million are undiagnosed of diabetes. In the past year, around 100,000 people have developed diabetes. Diabetes is a very serious, complex condition and it affects the entire body of patients. The feet are at risks because of diabetes cause damage to nerves in the feet which further affects the blood circulation and increase the risk of catching the infection. How Diabetes affects the feet of a patient? Many professional health care clinics are constantly working and reviewing the community regarding the podiatrist and how…
How to Tackle the Problems of Flat Feet with Orthotics for Flat Feet
Soft tissues and bones in the foot work in harmony to form a healthy and functioning foot but whether it would be pain-free is a question. The shape and structure of the foot are responsible for ensuring a comfortable walking experience. The foot has an arch in the middle part that helps to balance the load of the body and spread it evenly across the foot so that there is no feeling of pain when standing or walking. However, all are not lucky to have the ideal foot arch and the lesser it is; the more are the chances of pain. Some people have no arch on the feet, and…
Conditions That May Require You to Go for Podiatric Surgery
Many people dismiss their foot pain and discomfort as tiredness and rarely does it ever occur to them that they may be dealing with a more serious issue. They therefore resort to over-the-counter medication to ease the pain and discomfort or buy custom-made shoes to try and solve the problem. However, it is important to seek the opinion of a podiatrist in order to be sure of what is causing your pain and discomfort and so that you can get the right treatment for your condition. In some cases, all you will need is physical therapy or some medication. But there are some conditions that may require you to go…
Achilles Tendon Repair: Causes and Symptoms
In simple terms, a tendon is a cord that connects a muscle to the bone and enables the bone movement during the contraction of the muscle. The Achilles tendon is one such tendon that connects your leg calf muscles to the heel bone. This tendon is very strong and can withstand high stress and pressure on the leg, caused by physical activities such as running and jumping.
Orthotics: The Best Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis means the inflammation of the plantar fascia which is actually a thick and fibrous ligament that is situated under the foot and spreads over the heel bone to the toes. It gives rise to the arc of the foot and performs as our natural shock-absorbing process. Unlike the muscle tissue in the body, the plantar fascia is less elastic and hence, it does not possess much capability in stretching or elongating. When too much traction is forced on the plantar fascia, it leads to irritation and pain. Plantar fasciitis may be caused by wearing a poor choice of footwear, shoes that do not support the arches, or the…
Five Parts Of Your Body You May Be Taking For Granted
Are you taking care of your health? Most people at least try to, but sometimes they miss a few important parts of their body when it comes to being healthy. There is more to health than just exercising and eating right.
30 Days To A Healthier You
A lot can be achieved in 30 days. This is precisely the reason why 30-day fitness challenges are extremely popular. You must have come across so many successful programs that promise you a way to get slimmer, stronger, flatter abs, better butt in 30 days isn't it? So a diet program that lasts just 30 days and gives you a way to be healthier is interesting too.
