Have you ever thought about the children who will be in history class 50 years from now learning about the year 2020? Pandemic, grief, loss, masks, division, social distancing, no toilet paper and one of the craziest elections to date. For many, 2020 has been one of the most challenging years of their lives. Even […]
For many of us, this year’s Thanksgiving day may look a little different. With traveling on an ‘as needed’ basis and many families avoiding large gatherings, you may find yourself in a world of overindulgence to make up for missing your loved ones! We encourage you to enjoy ALL the food you want this Thanksgiving, […]
What is Achilles Tendonitis? Achilles tendonitis is an overuse injury of the Achilles tendon which is the band of tissue that is found in the back of your foot connecting the calf muscles to the heel bone. Achilles tendonitis most commonly occurs in runners who have suddenly increased the intensity of their run or in […]
Thankfully, Georgia winters are pretty mild, and freezing temperatures aren’t our nemesis. However; for some, cold feet are something they just can’t shake through the seasons. Are you, or someone you know, always asking — “Why are my feet always cold?” Having cold feet all of the time is an indicator of an underlying issue […]
GOT HEEL PAIN? We hope that you all are in good health and that you’ve made the best of this “season of quarantine”. For some of us, this permissible time at home has given us the rest and healing that we’ve needed, for others however; this time at home has made us stagnant, stiff and […]
With COVID-19 evolving into a pandemic, we thought it would be good to share some guidelines to abide by and even some extra fun ways to stay physically and mentally healthy during this time. Guidelines From The CDC Wash your hands thoroughly and use alcohol-based hand sanitizers. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. Stay home […]
Foot cramps can seem to come out of no where, but when they happen they can stop you right in your tracks and be very painful for a period of time. A sudden contraction of a muscle in your foot or leg is not usually something to worry about, but it is typically indicative of an […]
Did you spend last night standing while you watched the Super Bowl? Sometimes we stand for long periods of time when we are having fun and don’t even realize the strain we’ve put on our feet until the next day. If you woke up this morning with achy, tired feet here are 7 quick relief […]
Thick toenails are a common problem, particularly in the elderly population. While they develop slowly over time, it may be tempting to ignore them, however; addressing them as soon as possible is important. Thickening toenails are usually an indication of a more serious underlying cause. The most common causes of thickened toenails are fungal infections […]
Our ‘New Year’s Resolution’ is to help you have Healthy and Happy Feet for the next decade! Happy 2020! SIMPLE TIPS FOR 2020 Can you believe another decade has passed? While time can seem to fly right by us, it somehow simultaneously sticks to our skin and body’s through aging. That’s right, your feet are […]
