Daily Exercise Can Help Prevent Falling

Daily Exercise Can Help Prevent Falling

Did you know daily exercise can prevent falling? Since September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month, we at Affiliated Foot & Ankle Center want to offer our elderly patients three ways to live a long, healthy life free from falls, simply by adding a little movement to their day.

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Best Ways to Care for Your Feet on an Airplane

Best Ways to Care for Your Feet on an Airplane

Sitting for prolonged periods can cause edema, or swelling, in your feet and ankles, as well as pain, tingling, and numbness. Even the most comfortable shoes can cause discomfort when your feet swell. So, if you’re taking a flight for the holidays or a winter getaway, we encourage you to make a conscious effort to care for your feet while up in the air. Here’s how!

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5 Tips to Reduce Your Risk of Diabetes

5 Tips to Reduce Your Risk of Diabetes

A diabetic’s feet are vulnerable to circulation problems and nerve damage that can be a huge challenge. We encourage our patients to understand the dangers and to take concrete steps to avoid developing Type 2 diabetes. Here are five proven ways to keep diabetic foot complications out of sight.

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Bone and Joint Health Matters - Even for Kids

Bone and Joint Health Matters - Even for Kids

To stand on their own two feet, kids need a strong foundation. They need to take certain steps to strengthen and protect the 26 bones and 33 joints in their feet. In this blog we recommended two simple things children can do to promote good bone and joint health.

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