The Risks of Rucking
We already know that daily walking helps your health…but only if you do it right. However, strapping 20 to 40 extra pounds to your body fundamentally changes how your feet strike the ground.
We already know that daily walking helps your health…but only if you do it right. However, strapping 20 to 40 extra pounds to your body fundamentally changes how your feet strike the ground.
If you rely on prescription inserts to keep you moving comfortably, you might be wondering how long they actually last. Foot and Ankle Associates of Cleveland takes pride in designing Custom Orthotics that are built to withstand heavy daily use. Still, we also know that even the highest quality medical devices undergo normal wear and tear over time.
Spring training means more miles for runners, more time outdoors…and way more overuse injuries for us to treat! It makes sense: after all, when you rapidly increase your mileage or intensity outside, your tendons and bones take the brunt of the impact.
You finally decided to prioritize your health. You cleaned up your diet, joined a gym, or started walking three miles a day. You are shedding pounds, your clothes fit better, and you feel great…except for one glaring problem. Your feet hurt. At Foot & Ankle Associates of Cleveland, we know this phenomenon well. It is one of the most common reasons active adults end up in our treatment chairs.
These days, we demand efficiency. We want our phones to be fast, our coffee to be instant, and our healthcare to be precise. Yet, many of us are walking around on a “system” that is out of alignment, causing a ripple effect of pain throughout our entire body.
That system is called the Kinetic Chain.
If you’ve been treating a “skin condition” that just won’t go away, the problem might not be on your foot—it might be in your body. Below, the Foot and Ankle Associates of Cleveland will explain how you can decode those signals.
The difference between a walk that transforms your health and one that’s just “going through the motions” lies in the details. In this blog, Foot & Ankle Associates of Cleveland explains how to turn ‘steps in the right direction’ into actual exercise!
While many fans may shrug off a toe injury as minor, in sports like football, soccer, and even basketball, a condition known as “turf toe” can seriously impact performance and recovery. Below, Foot & Ankle Associates of Cleveland explains why this type of injury shouldn’t be underestimated.
It can be tough to tell the difference between a minor issue that will resolve on its own and a potential problem that needs professional attention. That’s why Foot & Ankle Associates of Cleveland has put together the following guide! Read on so you know what’s ‘normal’…and what’s not.
Tendonitis is an inflammatory condition that affects the tough cords connecting muscle to bone, and while it is common, especially for active individuals, it can really hurt. And that’s not the worst part: left unchecked, it can lead to chronic issues or even a rupture. Understanding how tendonitis develops, what to do when it strikes,…
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