Foot surgery by a skilled podiatrist or orthopedic surgeon can help heal everything from serious fractures to painful toe conditions -- but that doesn't mean you should rush into it blindly. Any form of surgery can affect your life in ways you might not have anticipated, if only temporarily. Here are four potential issues you may want to consider and discuss with your foot doctor. 1. Surgery May Be One of Several Options
21 January 2015
High heeled shoes are a symbol of sophistication and sex appeal among many women in the United States. High heels are a staple item of dress for about half the women in the United States. Despite the dedication shown to high heels by their wearers, they are also a source of a number of physical ailments. Below is more information about what harm high heels can do to your body, and how you can prevent painful, debilitating problems by being proactive:
15 January 2015
If you are like most people, you might scoff at the idea of using essential oils for anything other than a room deodorizer. Unfortunately, if you pass over the powerful properties of these concentrated oils, you might be missing out. Here are two reasons you should incorporate essential oils into your healthcare regimen, and why you might never go back to your old way of doing things. 1: Essential Oils Really Work
14 January 2015
According to the CDC, more than 95% of hip fractures result from a fall. When your loved one is a disabled senior, it is important to protect him or her with mobility aids that reduce the potential for falls and other accidents. Grab bars are among the most useful for stability and confidence. 1. Next to Favorite Chairs or Couches If your loved one is elderly, disabled, or both, it is difficult for him or her to safely sit down in a favorite easy chair.
8 January 2015
If you lose a tooth as an adult, hose teeth aren't going to grow back. Luckily, there are great replacement options, like dental implants from places like Oral Surgery Center, that can keep you from walking around with a gap-toothed smile forever. Many times, when adults lose teeth, it's because of an unforeseeable accident like a vehicle or bicycle accident. But other causes of tooth loss are more preventable. Take a look at some surprising causes of tooth loss and how to avoid them.
5 January 2015
