To Heal the Heel: An In-Depth Look at Heel Spur Treatments

Legs walking

  A heel spur can be seen on an x-ray.  It shows up as a hook on the heel bone where it is attached to the plantar fascia.  Plantar fasciitis may or may not be an accompanying condition. Heel spurs can usually be successfully treated non-surgically if detected early.  The goal of any treatment … [Read more...]

Walking or Running – How to Keep Your Feet Happy

Athletic Feet

Interestingly, the current American Heart Association/American College of Sports Medicine standards call for able-bodied adults to do moderate-intensity exercise (such as brisk walking) for at least 30 minutes on five days each week or intense aerobic exercise (such as running) for at least 20 … [Read more...]