Preventing Falls at Home

Preventing Falls at Home

September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month. Learn why people experience falls at home and the eight simple solutions to help prevent them.

6 Ways to Manage Arthritis Pain

6 Ways to Manage Arthritis Pain

Arthritis tends to develop when bones rub against one another due to cartilage wear and tear, resulting in friction, injury, and inflammation. It is an autoimmune condition that develops when the body’s defenses erroneously target healthy joint tissue. Arthritis patients might suffer from poor quality of life as joint inflammation and pain can restrict everyday…

Caring for Your Child’s Feet

Caring for Your Child’s Feet

It is common for parents to worry about their children’s health and well-being as they are growing up. But did you know your child’s foot health is also an important part of their development? Make sure you pay ample attention to your and your child’s feet to avoid debilitating issues in the future. Here are…

Are Your Feet Signaling a Thyroid Problem?

Are Your Feet Signaling a Thyroid Problem?

Many people are unaware that our feet are the first ones to send warning signals in case something is wrong with our body or if any of our organs need attention. This January, as we celebrate Thyroid Awareness Month, we would like to highlight that our feet also signal us in case we are experiencing…

Heel Cracks Are a Winter Risk

Heel Cracks Are a Winter Risk

When the skin on the feet becomes very dry, heel cracks can happen. This risk increases in winter months, when a lack of humidity in the air can rob skin of moisture. Also known as fissures, heel cracks are not only unattractive; they are painful. Further, these chronic breaks in the skin can provide entry…

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