Stretches and Strengthening for Sore FeetRunning is a great exercise, but sometimes it can leave your feet feeling sore. Adding strength training exercises before your run, and stretching after your run, may be just what your feet need. Strengthening exercises such as...
Diabetic Foot CareDiabetes affects millions of people every year. Blood vessels located all over the body are damaged due to diabetes—even the blood vessels of the feet. Neuropathy, or nerve damage, can result from slower blood flow in the legs and feet. In diabetic...
Possible Foot Ailments Related to DiabetesFoot conditions can be common among diabetic patients. The risk for specific foot ailments to develop may be reduced by controlling the insulin levels in the blood. Patients who have elevated sugar levels may notice changes in...
Pregnancy and Foot HealthMany pregnant women complain about foot pain while they are expecting. Foot pain can primarily be caused by weight gain and hormonal changes taking place in the body. By understanding how pregnancy impacts the health of a woman’s feet, a...
Pregnancy and Swollen FeetSwelling of the feet during pregnancy is incredibly common and usually not a cause for concern. While you may not have full control over your swelling, there are steps you can take that might reduce your discomfort. Avoiding standing for...
