5 EASY STEPS TO REMOVE A SPLINTER
What is a splinter? A splinter most often is a shard of wood but it could also be a thorn from a bush, a small piece of plastic or …
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Kevin Durant and his Torn Achilles Tendon
Kevin Durant went down like someone hit him in the back of the leg. This is a very typical finding in acute Achilles tear injuries. What is the Achilles …
3 common Foot and Ankle injuries During Spring Time
What is Plantar Fasciitis? The plantar fascia is a flat band of tissue that attaches to your heel and extends the bottom of your foot to the toes. Plantar …
Top 5 Ways to Prevent Common Running Injuries
The expert team at Kalmar Family Podiatry in Huntington, New York, has provided the Top 5 ways to prevent common running injuries to keep your foot and ankle pain …
Do you think your feet are getting flatter?
Do you think your feet are getting flatter? Well, they probably are to some degree. Not all flat feet are painful or cause symptoms. Painful flat feet can be …
Know The Early Symptoms of Diabetes
The following symptoms of diabetes are typical. However, some people with type 2 diabetes have symptoms so mild that they go unnoticed. Common symptoms of diabetes: Urinating often Feeling …
Is Your Foot Fracture an Early Sign of Osteoporosis?
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 …
Are you going to the ski resort this February Break?
Skiing at a resort or gliding across an indoor ice rink makes for great winter recreation. But to make sure you finish your day with a mug of hot …
Winter Tips For Diabetic Foot Care
If you are living with diabetes, the onset of winter can be dangerous for your feet. Colder temperatures combined with poor blood circulation and possible nerve damage in your …
Winter’s Balancing Act
Winter’s popular women’s boots typically feature tall, spiked heels and narrow, pointed toes. These boots can make your feet unstable on snow- and ice-covered surfaces. A stylish low-heeled winter …