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Proper Fitting Shoes a Step in the Right Direction

An estimated three out of four Americans experience foot problems in their lifetime-and women have about four times as many foot problems as men. Common foot ailments A lot of women’s foot ailments are the result of poorly fitting shoes and high heels, although some sources are congenital. Some common problems include: 1) Bunions – Big toe joints go out of alignment and they become swollen and painful. Wearing narrow, pointed-toe footwear aggravates this condition. 2) Plantar fasciitis – An inflammation of the connective tissue, which runs […]

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Athletes at Greater Risk for Foot Problems

Approximately one-quarter of all the bones in the human body are located in the feet. When these bones are out of alignment, so is the rest of the body. While 75 percent of the population may experience serious foot problems, it’s usually not a genetic matter. Most foot problems are brought on by neglect and a lack of awareness of proper care-including ill-fitting shoes. Your feet mirror your general health. Conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, nerve and circulatory disorders can show their initial symptoms in the feet-so […]

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