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Here are 5 Must-Try Home Remedies for Swollen Feet (Edema)
Our feet swell due to a variety of reasons. Normally, you’re playing some type of sport and sprained your ankle. Due to this, your ankle is painful and swells due to inflammation. In these cases, stick to the RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) therapy. The case of swollen feet is a bit different in the…
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These are 7 Must-Have Products for Your Diabetic Foot Care
Diabetes is a non-communicable disease, meaning you get it from a poor lifestyle instead of getting infected by something. As of 2021, the number of diabetics in the world is around 537 million according to the International Diabetes Federation. That’s 1 in 10 adults. It’s now estimated that by 2045 that number will grow up…
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What are The Benefits of Wearing an Insole for an Athlete?
Insoles are a type of orthotic that we insert into the bottom of our shoes before we wear them. Essentially, orthotics are devices that that we wear that influence how our skeletal structure move and function. Wearing insoles bring benefit to an athlete through three mechanisms: improving recovery, aligning the skeleton, providing a cushion, improving…
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Are Flat Feet a Disadvantage in Sports? Insights for Runners, Basketball Players, and Footballers
Flat feet can impact performance and injury risk differently across sports. Running, basketball, and football see varied effects, with running showing reduced speed and endurance, basketball exhibiting postural instability, and football risking knee injuries. Orthotics offer some mitigation.
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Bunion Socks, Bunion Correctors, and Toe Spacers: Which is For You?
Bunions, or hallux valgus, are foot deformities often caused by footwear like tight shoes and high heels. Non-surgical options for mild cases include bunion socks, correctors, toe spacers, shoes with wide toe boxes, and insoles. Factors like foot shape and muscle weakness also contribute to bunions. Strengthening lower limbs and choosing appropriate footwear can help.
