A new study out of Mexico found that Botox injections helped treat foot aliments like plantar fasciitis better than common steroids. Plantar fasciitis occurs when the connective tissues on the bottom of the feet become inflamed. The injury is common for people that put a lot of stress on their feet, like runners or overweight […]
Sugars, Refined Carbs Have Harmful Effects
A new analysis found that limiting sugar and refined carbohydrate consumption can have a significant impact in body weight reduction. The study asked both children and adults to limit their sugar intake, and they observed a small but significant reduction in body fat for adults who adhered to the guidelines. Researchers said the effects were […]
Foot Gestures Can Determine Attraction, Personality Types
Body language is often representative of a person’s feelings, whether they are nervous, excited, or trying to pass a lie as the truth, but a study at the University of Manchester found that a person’s feet often give off secret messages about their feelings. Shoemaker Guy West paired up with Professor Geoffrey Beattie, Dean of […]
Answer to Ankle Instability May Lie in Knee and Hip Joints
A University of Georgia study revealed that people who have suffered an ankle sprain may be at a greater risk of re-injury depending on how they move their hip and knee joints. Previous ankle sprain treatment has focused mainly on strengthening the joints in the ankle region. The University of Georgia study suggests that certain […]
US Population Fails to Meet Goals for Cancer Screening Rates
A study published last week revealed that (with the exception of colorectal cancer) the US population did not meet cancer screening goals set by the Healthy People 2010 initiative. 174,393 adults participated in the study. All participants were at least 18 years old, and completed the National Health Interview Survey from 1997-2010. The general population […]