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Everything works best when it’s in the right place That includes the bones and alignment of our feet. When our feet are working as they should, they provide the foundation for our entire body. But when something is out of place, whether through injury, poor alignment, or structural imbalance, problems…
Read MoreDon’t let foot pain stop your child’s active life Activity is extremely important to the health and wellbeing of our children. Physical activity builds strong bones, develops coordination, boosts confidence, and establishes lifelong healthy habits. However, foot pain can quickly derail a child’s participation in sports and activities they love.…
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Why the right footwear is one of the most important decisions for your health and independence Our risk of falling during normal daily life significantly increases as we age. Approximately 30-40% of elderly individuals fall each year – with 5-15% of these falls resulting in serious injury. Such injuries are…
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Hypermobile Joints, also known as being ‘double jointed,’ or Ligamentous Laxity Ligaments are short bands of tough and flexible connective tissue which connect bones together at the joints. Approximately 5% of the population may experience ligamentous laxity, which is when the ligaments are more stretchy than normal and the joints…
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When we talk about life longevity and healthy aging, one of the most significant yet often overlooked factors is fall prevention. Falls can devastate elderly individuals, creating a cascade of consequences that extend far beyond the initial injury. Today we’ll explore how falls impact life expectancy, why podiatry care is…
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