A study out of Australia found the day and time you’re most likely to be injured as a result of wearing high-heeled shoes. According to the study, Sunday mornings in the summer were the most common time that hospitals treated individuals for high heel-related injuries, oftentimes as a result of tripping and falling. Some of […]
Dr. Silverman Featured In Story On MarthaStewart.com
Earlier this week, we shared a story of how Dr. Silverman became the first surgeon to successfully implement the Ossiofiber device in an operation in the state of Minnesota. We thought that might be the only headline he made this week, but we were wrong! We were recently informed that Dr. Silverman was quoted in […]
High Heels and Skinny Jeans Linked To Back and Foot Pain
New research from the British Chiropractic Association suggest that two common fashion accessories are causing health problems for women. According to the BCA, many women are plagued by back problems and foot pain, and two main contributors to related conditions are skinny jeans and high heeled shoes. We’ve explored how high heels affect your feet […]
What High Heels Are Doing To Your Feet
High heels are fashionable foot options, but they also take a significant toll on a person’s feet. Excessive heel wearing can create problems for different parts of your feet, as well as in your hips and spine. The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons recently put together an infographic that takes a closer look at high […]
The Real Deal With High Heels
High heels have gotten a bad rap over the years. We’ve discussed the footwear on the blog before, but are heels really as bad as some say? High heels are an easy target for doctors and foot specialists. In fact, the study I’m about to reference was emailed to me with the subject title “High heels […]