Shin splints affect runners of all skills and ages. The condition is caused by a combination of microtears of the bone and muscle tissue in the shinbone, and by regionalized inflammation. Oftentimes the condition sets in when a person runs for too long or for too many days in a row, thus it is generally […]
“Smart” Leg Finalist For Major Engineering Award
We have smart phones, smart watches and even smart refrigerators, but an engineering company in the United Kingdom may have the next medical innovation on their hands with the development of a smart leg. The smart prosthetic is currently one of three finalists for the MacRobert Award, one of the top engineering prizes offered in […]
New Study Pits Barefoot Runners Vs. Shoe Runners
A new study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine decided to take a closer look at the benefits, drawbacks and injury likelihood when comparing two running groups – barefoot runners and runners with shoes. Those in the barefoot running community suggest that running sans shoes helps minimize foot injuries because it naturally guides […]
Is Barefoot Running Better For Your Brain?
New research out of the University of North Florida suggests that barefoot running may be better for your working memory than running with shoes. Previous studies have shown that barefoot running can help push a person to naturally land with the preferred forefoot-strike running style, but this study is the first to suggest that barefoot […]
4 Things You’re Lying To Your Doctor About
Doctors and medical professionals are here to help you feel better and manage any health conditions, but that can be difficult when patients lie to their doctor about their daily habits. Today, we take a look at four health habits that patients commonly lie to their doctors about. How many of these are you guilty of? […]
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