This month focus on enhancing your heart health as we celebrate American Heart Month. Did you know your feet can offer important clues to heart health? You can prevent heart disease with a few important lifestyle changes. Here are some focus areas that can help you get started.
Quit smoking
Smoking is terrible for your heart and feet. With each cigarette, you are increasing your…
Those who have been diagnosed with arthritis know the painful and tiring symptoms that come with it. All arthritis patients may have similar symptoms, but each person can have their own sensitivities and triggers. Below, we’ll discuss some of the ways you can care for your arthritic feet, as well as some lifestyle changes you can make to help you in your day-to-day.
Since arthritis…
Children and adults alike are at a higher risk of injuring their feet or ankles if they do not take preventative measures. Especially when taking part in intense activity like sports, dancing, or playing on the playground, children with weak feet or ankles can incur an injury.
Even if your children won’t necessarily take part in these types of activities, it’s better safe than sorry,…
We all know the importance of exercise and stretching when it comes to overall body health. In fact, there are magazines, books, and other blogs about the many different ways to maintain good health like eating a healthy diet and performing activities to stay in shape. However, feet are often overlooked when they mention tips on stretching and strengthening.
Dr. Brandon Macy, our board-certified podiatrist…