Did you know that one person succumbs to heart disease every 36 seconds in the United States? The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports it to be the leading cause of death in the country, with roughly 659,000 people dying from it every year. Most of the risk factors of cardiovascular disease are modifiable, meaning
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Questions to Ask Your Pediatric Doctor Before Your Baby Arrives
If you’re in the home stretch of your pregnancy, you’re most likely busy making all the necessary preparations for the arrival of your bundle of joy—shopping for clothes, car seats and other necessities; setting up the nursery; doing your hospital bag checklist; etc. But wait, have you found a pediatric doctor yet? If not, it’s
Read MoreGI Doctor Diet Tips for Good Digestion
It’s normal to occasionally experience digestive issues, such as an upset stomach, gas, heartburn, nausea, constipation, or diarrhea. However, frequently experiencing such symptoms can disrupt your life. There is no time like the present to start thinking about your GI health. Keeping your gut healthy is relatively simple, and your GI doctor can help you
Read MoreFoot and Ankle Specialist Explains Which Shoes are Good for Your Feet
How many different kinds of shoes did you see the last time you went into a shoe store or looked through a shoe store’s website? We tend to go for glitz over fits when it comes to shoes, but your feet beg to differ. Any foot and ankle doctor will tell you how crucial it is to
Read MoreWhat Does a Podiatrist Do for Heel Pain?
Your feet, specifically your heels, take a lot of strain as you go about your day-to-day activities. Thus, heel pain can be an unfortunately common consequence. Heel pain isn’t something you should ignore. It’s vital to get checked by a podiatrist for proper diagnosis and treatment. Let us walk you through what podiatrists do to help you
Read MoreHow to Prevent and Treat Muscle Sprains and Strains
Muscle strains and sprains are common complaints and can happen to the best of us. Since they occur quite frequently, it is important to understand how to respond to these conditions. If you participate in contact sports and strenuous physical activities, it is important to learn how to mitigate the pain. Better yet, find out how to
Read MoreHow Does a Doctor Diagnose an Ankle Sprain?
An ankle sprain is an injury to the ligaments in the ankle. This type of injury occurs when the ligaments are stretched beyond their limit and tear, which usually happens when the ankle rolls or gets twisted or turned in an awkward way. Most ankle sprains respond well to R.I.C.E. (rest, ice, compression, and elevation) therapy. The
Read MoreDiabetic Foot Pain Treatment Options
Foot problems are among the potentially serious complications of poorly controlled diabetes. They are caused by nerve damage and poor blood circulation. They can result in chronic pain, numbness, and weakness in the foot, and ulcers or sores. Common diabetic conditions that cause foot problems include peripheral vascular disease (PVD), which is a progressive circulation disorder
Read MoreHeart Disease Treatment Options
The heart performs the very important function of pumping blood, which keeps oxygen and nutrients circulating throughout your body. Diseases that impair this function could have fatal consequences. Heart disease consists of many different types of conditions that affect the heart. Depending on the type, heart disease can cause a problem with the heart rhythm, blood
Read More10 Common Foot Problems and How to Deal with Them
Thanks to all of the pressure placed on your feet when doing everything from walking and running to just sitting down in a chair, there are quite a number of things that can go wrong with your foot. If you have a foot problem that is causing pain, it is in your best interest to
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