When we’re discussing the way the body is structured and moves, we use the term “biomechanics.” If you break down that word into two parts—bio (“life”) and mechanics (“movement”)—it makes complete sense, especially when we look at how walking affects feet. Feet and...
Most people know that stiletto high heels are bad for your feet. Hoisting heels into the air, throwing all your weight on the front of your feet, and scrunching toes into a point, obviously, is going to lead to some pain and discomfort. Likewise, flip flops clearly...
Smelly feet are embarrassing, but they’re nothing to bother a doctor about—right? After all, with a little shoe and foot treatment at home, you can control the stink and minimize the odor, so complaining about it just wastes a doctor’s time. Plenty of people think...
Whether you love it or dread it, Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and if your loved one expects something nice to celebrate, it doesn’t hurt to start thinking about it now. Chocolate, flowers, a nice dinner, and other little gifts are frequent favorites, but if...
Progress is one of those things that’s generally considered a virtue. Progress has led to a number of enormously helpful advancements, like better long-distance communication, better medical procedures, and better standards of living. However, there are times when...
The holiday season was hopefully a fun time full of family, parties, and delicious—though usually unhealthy—foods and sweets. Cookies, chocolates, pastries, toffee, and more abound, so it’s all too easy to overindulge and eat all the things you shouldn’t. When you...
