Health
Walk like a penguin: Keeping your winter balance
When winter storms hit, good balance can prevent falls and injuries—ranging from broken arms, legs or hips to back injuries and concussions.
Jan 25, 2023
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Medical research
Trial to ease knee pain in school kids
Deakin researchers are exploring a simple, low-cost solution to help relieve kneecap pain in adolescents.
Feb 22, 2022
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Dermatologist tips for managing dry, cracked heels in winter weather
(HealthDay)—Dry, cracked heels are common in the winter, but there are several ways to prevent and treat the problem, a skin specialist says.
Feb 14, 2022
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Feet and the COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused wide-reaching changes, including the temporary closure of some schools, as well as gyms, salons, restaurants and other businesses. In addition, many people have transitioned to working from ...
Feb 18, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Video: Can I spread the virus on my shoes?
Can I spread the virus on my shoes?
May 1, 2020
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Health
Pack the right shoe for your summer vacation
Summer is here and if you're ready to jump in feet first, be sure you're wearing the right shoes. A podiatrist at Baylor College of Medicine offers tips on finding the right shoe for different types of summer vacations.
Jun 20, 2018
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Diabetes
Trial of shoe insoles to improve balance in diabetic patients
Shoe insoles are being trialled to improve balance, walking and physical activity in adults with type 2 diabetes and associated foot nerve damage.
Sep 1, 2017
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The right shoes can help prevent falls
(HealthDay)—Falls are the leading cause of death among people 65 and older, government surveys show. More than 2.8 million adults were treated in the emergency room and 27,000 people died from falls in 2014, the most recent ...
Aug 10, 2017
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Arthritis & Rheumatism
Knee pain sufferers can kick ugly shoes to the curb
Conventional walking shoes are about as effective as unloading shoes for improving pain and function in knee osteoarthritis. Results of a randomized, controlled trial are published in Annals of Internal Medicine.
Jul 11, 2016
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Summer shoes may be orthopedically unsound
If you're getting ready to show off your toes in summer sandals, make sure those shoes aren't a flop in terms of the support they provide, says an expert at Baylor College of Medicine.
May 19, 2016
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