I want to offer my tips for foot safety while at the gym; Start new workouts gradually— Increase your stamina and the length of your workouts gradually to avoid overuse injuries such as stress fractures or tendon strains and sprains. Stretching your muscles before and after workouts also helps prevent these types of injuries. If […]
I want to remind people with diabetes that following simple foot care tips can reduce their risk of toe, foot or leg amputations. People with diabetes are 10 times more likely to have a lower limb amputated than people without diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association. The disease can cause poor blood circulation and […]
This winter’s fashionable high-heeled boots put women at risk for slips, falls, and injuries on ice and snow. These popular boots typically feature tall, spiked heels and narrow, pointed toes. Wearing high-heels makes you more unstable when walking or standing on dry surfaces, let alone slippery ones like ice or snow. A stylish low-heeled winter […]
“I encourage you to use this site to get to know us a little better before making your appointment, as well as to help you search for answers to your foot health questions. My wife Peggy and I decided to open my practice here in Traverse City not just for the natural beauty of the […]