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Heel Pain is No Fun

Hi. My name is Sandra Newell. I’m a thirty-five-year-old professional. I’m telling you that I’m a professional because that will explain why I spent a good portion of my waking hours in shoes with high heels. I never wore extremely high heels, but did frequently wear those that were three inches high. That was until I developed horrible heel pain. My doctor heard me out and then sent me to a podiatrist. As it happened, I had a number of things going against me. I was wearing shoes that were too tight, too high, and didn't have any arch support. Moreover, I shouldn't leave out the fact that I wore pointy toed shoes that left me with a few ingrown toenails every year. I’m going to share what my podiatrist has done for me, and how he helped educate me in the art of wearing comfy, yet stylish shoes.

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2018

3 Ways to Lower Your Risk of Infection from Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Foot ulcers are more common in diabetics due to issues with nerve damage and elevated blood glucose. If you develop an ulcer, working closely with your podiatrist can minimize the chance of infection. Re-Evaluate Your Diabetes Treatment If you are not consistent with your diabetes treatment, starting can have some impact on your risk of infection. For people who are struggling to maintain a normal blood glucose, talking with your doctor about other medications that might be more effective or other measures that you can take to improve your lifestyle can help.

Signs And Treatment Options For Plantar Fasciitis
It may be most common in runners, but plantar fasciitis can affect anyone. While common, most people are not very familiar with this condition of the foot. Plantar fasciitis is characterized by an inflammation of the plantar fascia, which is the thick tissue that runs across the bottom of your foot. This tissue connects the toes to your heel, helping you walk, run, and jump in a proper, comfortable manner. Excess wear and tear to the plantar fascia leads to the inflammation and mobility issues.

Dealing With Foot Pain And Who To See About It
When you have pain in your feet from bunions or other foot-related problems, just getting around can be tough. No one wants to have to move around and walk anywhere when their feet are sore. There are a lot of "remedies" on the market but the best option is to see a podiatrist and have them evaluate your feet and make suggestions. If you have other health issues, seeing a podiatrist is important and you should not skip it.