Volleyball is quickly growing in popularity, especially on the high school level. Many high schools have a girl’s varsity team, and junior varsity and male teams are cropping up all around the state. As more people hit the court, there is an increased potential for injury, so we decided to compile a short list of […]
The Many Dangers of Sleep Deprivation
Whether you’re a college student cramming for finals or a nurse working the overnight shift, chances are you’ve had to burn the midnight oil from time to time. Everyone has heard that sleep deprivation has negative physical and mental side effects, but just how detrimental is lack of sleep on your body? Below, we examine […]
Achilles Tendon Tears: Signs, Symptoms and Prevention
Did you know the Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in your body? Along with being the largest tendon, the Achilles is tasked with bearing the stress placed on your feet when you walk, run and jump. It plays an essential role in getting you from one place to another. Because of its size and […]
Women Suffer Foot and Ankle Fractures for Different Reasons
Bone density, weight, age and activity level are all factors that impact a person’s likelihood of suffering a foot fracture. Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh recently attempted to decipher exactly which factors put women at the greatest risk of suffering certain fractures. What they found may surprise you. For their study, researchers surveyed nearly […]
1 in 13 People Have Flexible Flatfeet
A study by researchers at Boston University found that one in 13 humans have flexible, ape-like feet. For their study, researchers asked 398 individuals who were visiting the Boston Museum of Science to walk barefoot through the museum. The team of scientists had installed mechanized carpets throughout the hallways to collect foot-strike pattern data. After […]
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