Ladies! Don’t Let Bunions Give You the Blues!
APMA put out the following notes on bunions – check it out: Bunions are among the most common type of foot ailment today’s podiatrist treats, especially in women. Studies show that women are anywhere from two to nine times more likely to develop a bunion than men! While your high heels and peep toes are […]
Beware the Flip Flops This Summer!
Summer is upon us – cookouts, laying by the pool, strolling around in your favorite flip flops. It’s a wonderful time of year! But recent studies are providing a warning concerning our favorite summertime footwear; “While fashionable and fun, flip-flops can actually lead to weakened and fallen foot arches — and that’s just the beginning,” […]
Dos and Don’ts for Pedicures!
The APMA put out a great list of important Dos and Don’ts when it comes to pedicures – we’ve highlighted some we thought were most important. You can also check out the poster released by APMA by clicking here. Here’s what you should DO when consider a pedicure: If you have diabetes or poor circulation […]
Flatfeet in Children – Cause for Concern?
An article by the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons warns that Pediatric Flatfoot, a childhood condition can, if left untreated, result in permanent deformity in adulthood. Flatfoot deformity makes mobility and exercise painful, increasing the risk of reduced cardiovascular health and obesity. All reasons why it is imperative for parents to keep a […]
Prom Season is Almost Upon Us! How to Choose the Right Shoes (for Your Foot Style & Health!)
Get Your Feet Ready For Prom! Choosing prom shoes for girls isn’t always easy and oftentimes critical factors such as comfort and fit are overlooked because you fall in love with a certain style or color, a decision that is frequently regretted about 30 minutes into the big night. Our goal is to encourage you […]
Healthcare Hiring Continues to Increase
According to Healthcare Finance News the healthcare industry has continued to grow, increasing by 23,400 positions last month. The biggest growth area were in ambulatory healthcare settings and at hospitals specifically in home healthcare services, which added 6,800 jobs. Physician offices added 1,000 jobs, while outpatient care centers boosted employment by 3,200 jobs and overall, hospitals […]
Can Seeing Your Podiatrist Save You $10,000+? A Big Complicated Study Translated
Seeing your podiatrist can save you tens of thousands of dollars in long-term medical costs and helps prevent many patients from having to undergo an amputation – these were the findings of a study performed by 9 PhDs and DPMs regarding the economic value of podiatry. And while you probably could’ve guessed this already, thanks […]
Sequestration’s Impact on Podiatry?
Let’s start with this – the Sequestration: What is It? Sequestration is a legal term used to describe the act of a higher authority taking control of an asset — usually property or money — until a legal dispute is rectified, thus preventing destruction or loss of the asset until appropriate decisions regarding the asset […]