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Health: Foot Orthotics? What Are Those?

If you are plagued by troubles with your feet then you, undoubtedly, know what foot orthotics are. For those of you who are fortunate enough to have pretty, little, pain-free feet now, you just might need to be aware of what orthotics are for in the future. Foot orthotics are custom-made inserts that fit inside your shoes to realign your foot the way that it was supposed to be in the first place. These custom-made foot orthotics are expensive, but worth it. You can purchase inserts that are prefabricated for much less money. However, they will not fit you just … Continue reading →

Athlete’s Foot… or Not?

Athlete’s foot is caused by a fungus that likes warm, moist territory — like the conditions found in a lot of shoes. But not all itchy, red, rashy feet are suffering from athlete’s foot. There are other conditions that may look or feel like the real thing… but aren’t. Eczema can cause an identical rash on both feet. If your case of athlete’s foot looks exactly the same on your left and right feet, it may be eczema instead. Allergies can also cause an identical rash on both feet. You may be allergic to something in your shoes or socks! … Continue reading →

Walking Barefoot is Good for Your Feet!

I love to be barefoot. As soon as I walk in the door, I take off my shoes — it’s a good way to keep contaminants out of the house, but I just do it because I’m more comfortable barefoot! Walking barefoot can actually be good for you. Wearing shoes can make your foot muscles weak; going barefoot can stretch and exercise your toes and arches. Walking barefoot also helps improve balance! (I do find that I have better balance without shoes — I once climbed some rocks at a lake and was surprised at how much easier it was … Continue reading →

Different Types of Athlete’s Foot

There’s more than one type of athlete’s foot, and the treatment for each can vary. Toe web infections (also known as interdigital infections) are the most common type of athlete’s foot. The infection appears between the toes, most often between the fourth and fifth toes. Toe web infections can often be treated using nonprescription antifungal creams and/or lotions. Keeping your feet clean and dry can help the infection clear up faster — and stay away afterwards. For a severe infection, you may need a prescription antifungal medication from your doctor. A moccasin-type infection leads to scaly, thickened skin on the … Continue reading →

Health at School: New Shoes

Back to school shopping was always a horrible trial for my family. I’ve never been a huge fan of clothes shopping, so it was a miserable experience just for that. Then there was the huge divide in taste between me and my mom, which eventually got settled with this rule: if I picked something she hated, then she got to pick something I hated. Shoe shopping was only slightly less of a battlefield, if only because the choices were somewhat more limited! Much of our shoe shopping (in the elementary school years, at least) was done at the little shoe … Continue reading →

Fall Sports and Your Child

Now that school is back in session the number of sports related injuries is on the rise. Pediatricians say they are seeing a ton of ankle injuries among young athletes now that football and soccer season has gotten underway. Most include sprains and broken bones, and in most cases, doctors say the injuries could have been prevented. If your child is an avid athlete doctors recommend reviewing the following tips in an effort to avoid unwanted trips to the emergency room: BE PROACTIVE Shoes. Doctors recommend purchasing the proper shoe for the specific sport your child is participating in. Different … Continue reading →

Prevent Pitching Injuries

Baseball season is on the horizon. Every year, it seems like more and more young pitchers end up with serious injuries to their arms — like torn rotator cuffs. So how do you protect your baseball star? A study from Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas found that something as simple as playing catch during the off season can cut down on the risk of pitching-related shoulder injuries. David Lintner, the head team physician for the Houston Astros was involved with the study. Lintner pointed out that many high school athletes play multiple sports. They often go from a fall sport … Continue reading →