According to a report by ABC 30 in California, more than 50 million Americans are affected by some form of arthritis. Roughly 10 percent, or 5 million of those individuals suffer from arthritis of the ankle. Arthritis of the ankle can cause a variety of different symptoms, including: Pain, both while standing and in non-weightbearing […]
The Dangers of the Ice Bucket Challenge
Despite the overly ominous title of this post, the Ice Bucket Challenge is a pretty safe and fun way to raise awareness and donations for those battling ALS. For those of you who haven’t heard, the Ice Bucket Challenge involves dumping a bucket of ice cold water over your head. Once you complete the challenge […]
Foot Sensory Issues Could Be Precursor To Heart Attack
Research by medical students at St. George’s University in London found that the loss of sensation in the feet in diabetics could be a predictor of certain cardiovascular events like heart attack or strokes. As we’ve documented in past posts, diabetes affects how blood flows throughout the body. Diabetes can damage blood vessels and nerves, […]
Sports Drinks Have Few Health Benefits
A study by researchers at the University of Otago found that sugary sports drinks like Gatorade and Powerade offer few health benefits while putting kids at risk for diabetes, tooth decay and childhood obesity. Staying hydrated is key to preforming your best during a game, but researchers feared that too many children are reaching for […]
The Amazing Story of Richie Parker
A friend of mine recently sent me a video that told the story of Richie Parker, a man who does more with his feet than most people do with their hands. Due to a non-genetic birth defect, Parker was born without arms. Determined to overcome his condition, Parker set out to do things everyone else […]
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