What is a callus? A callus is an area of thickened or hardened skin that appears on the bottom of the feet or hands as a result of repeated friction…
SteriShoe uses germicidal ultraviolet light (UVC) to sanitize the inside of shoes, and safely and effectively kills 99.9% of the bacteria, fungi, and spores that cause athlete’s foot, toenail fungus, and shoe odor. For people with diabetic foot problems, the insert can guard against infection.
Contrary to what the name may suggest, athlete’s foot (scientifically known as tinea pedis) is not specific to athletes. It is the most common fungal skin infection, occurring when the tinea fungus grows on the feet.
Arthritis is inflammation of the joints, causing pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced range of motion of the affected area (which may come and go). There are different types of arthritis that are caused by different things such as underlying diseases, infections, and family history to name a few.
There is much to love about the holiday season: spending time with loved ones, preparing and eating delicious meals, and shopping for gifts for the special people in your life. With the pandemic happening, coupled with seasonal allergies, other ailments, and even stress, staying healthy during these times is important.
Hammertoe occurs in the second, third, and fourth toes and can be very painful. As indicated by its name, a hammer toe resembles a hammer or claw. The toe is bent downward resulting in a deformed or crooked appearance. The most common complaint is rubbing and irritation on the top of the bent toe.
The shoes you wear can impact not only your feet, but your entire body. Your shoes provide you with support, keeping your body aligned, and help you stay balanced while evenly distributing your weight. Choosing the right footwear is critical to your health and starts with your arch.
The most common causes of heel pain are plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendonitis.
Diabetic foot treatment on a regular basis is very important. Among the many body parts requiring attention for proper diabetes management are the feet. The feet need regular assessment and care because diabetics are prone to having foot problems. By monitoring the functional status of the feet, the early signs of diabetic foot conditions can best be detected and addressed.
Causes of peripheral artery disease can come from several different factors but, the single biggest controllable cause, based on current research is smoking. Other factors that raise the risk significantly are high blood sugar from diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. The single best way to beat these factors is by changing your lifestyle. Exercise and walking are extremely important, and walking distance will improve with work. Obviously, smoking is non-negotiable. Also, eating from around the edge of the supermarket from the fresh foods and fish, and daily exercise, are the best ways to prevent PAD from forming before it becomes a problem.
