Summer swelling, also known as edema, is caused by excessive fluid build up in the feet and ankles. A few different things can lead to this, like hot weather, prolonged standing + sitting, and even certain medications. It's important to address swelling early on. Not only is it uncomfortable, but it can even lead to more serious issues if left untreated.
Your feet work hard for you every day. Just like your neck, back, and shoulders, your feet can also benefit from a regular rubdown.
Diabetes is the inability to make or properly use insulin, and it impairs the body's ability to convert sugars, starches, and other foods into energy. The long-term effects of elevated blood sugar (hyperglycemia) can lead to serious damage to the eyes, heart, kidney,...
Remember your glory days when you spent hours upon hours playing ball with your friends or on a team representing your school?
So many of my female patients are shocked to hear I don’t approve of their flats.
Imagine, if you will, taking off your shoes to find that your feet are swollen, blistered, bloodied, and have lost multiple toenails. This became a daily reality for Cheryl Strayed. The bestselling author recounted the state of her feet in..
