Lawn care season is back and I want to caution homeowners to protect their feet and the feet of those around them when using rotary-blade lawnmowers. Each year, some 25,000 Americans sustain injuries from power mowers, according to reports issued by the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission. The blades whirl at 3,000 revolutions per minute […]
As thousands of Traverse City-area residents and visitors get ready for another golf season, they should be aware of potentially serious foot problems that can result from years of playing the game. Although golf is not considered a rigorous sport, the physical act of repeatedly swinging a golf club in practice and on the links […]
Unexplained foot fractures may be the first sign of osteoporosis, a bone thinning disease which affects over 28 million Americans and accounts for 1.5 million bone fractures a year. Osteoporosis is frequently referred to as the “silent crippler” since it often progresses without any symptoms or isn’t diagnosed until a person experiences pain from […]
Five Signs Your Child May Have a Foot Problem Foot and ankle problems in children often go unnoticed. Signs and symptoms can be subtle, and sometimes children can’t explain what’s wrong. But it’s important to protect growing feet and have problems checked out early. 1. Your Kids Can’t Keep Up with Their Peers If children […]
Got gout? If so, I have a recommendation for surviving the holidays: Watch what you eat and drink.Changes in diet, including overindulging in certain foods and beverages, can cause gout attacks this time of year. Gout attacks are extremely painful. They are caused when uric acid accumulates in the tissues or a joint and crystallizes. […]
I wanted to discuss four common foot conditions that I see frequently. I hope these tips will help your feet look and feel healthier. Please call our office if your symptoms don’t quickly improve! Warts Common warts, which can appear anywhere on the body, are rough little bumps. Plantar warts, which occur on the bottom […]
I want to offer my tips for foot safety while at the gym; Start new workouts gradually— Increase your stamina and the length of your workouts gradually to avoid overuse injuries such as stress fractures or tendon strains and sprains. Stretching your muscles before and after workouts also helps prevent these types of injuries. If […]
I want to remind people with diabetes that following simple foot care tips can reduce their risk of toe, foot or leg amputations. People with diabetes are 10 times more likely to have a lower limb amputated than people without diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association. The disease can cause poor blood circulation and […]
This winter’s fashionable high-heeled boots put women at risk for slips, falls, and injuries on ice and snow. These popular boots typically feature tall, spiked heels and narrow, pointed toes. Wearing high-heels makes you more unstable when walking or standing on dry surfaces, let alone slippery ones like ice or snow. A stylish low-heeled winter […]