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Who Gets Gout? It commonly occurs in men 30 to 50 years of age. It has to do with lifestyle choices, genetics, and underlying health conditions, such as obesity, high blood pressure, and kidney disease. What is Gout? Gout is a painful form of arthritis. Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis characterized by sudden, …
Inflammation isn’t inherently bad. Inflammation is part of your body’s immune response that kicks in when you’re injured, sick, or fighting off harmful pathogens. While acute inflammation, like the redness around a cut or the swelling from a sprained ankle, may be a good thing, chronic inflammation is an entirely different story. Unlike the temporary, healing …
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Every year, approximately one million Americans visit their doctor complaining of heel pain. For most, the diagnosis comes quickly: plantar fasciitis. Treatment protocols follow predictably with rest, stretching, orthotics, and anti-inflammatory medications. But for roughly twenty percent of these patients, something different is happening. Their pain persists despite treatment. The location feels slightly off. The …
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A Silverfox Fitness Deep Dive into Foot Anatomy and Nerve Entrapment If you’ve been dealing with persistent heel pain that feels like a sharp, burning sensation on the inside of your heel—pain that gets worse as the day goes on rather than better—you might be experiencing something called Baxter’s nerve entrapment. Before you roll your …
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What is it? Supination of the foot, also known as underpronation, is a condition where the foot rolls outward excessively during walking or running. This can lead to various problems, and it’s important to understand the causes, treatments, exercises, and prevention strategies. Pronation of the feet refers to the natural inward roll of the foot …
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In recent years, barefoot exercise has gained attention for its potential to improve foot health, balance, and overall mobility. While many athletes have adopted barefoot training to enhance their performance, the practice also offers significant benefits for individuals of all ages, including seniors dealing with foot-related issues like plantar fasciitis and balance challenges. Whether you …