I have a confidence about my life that comes from standing tall on my own two feet . - Jane Fonda If you had a headache every single day, you probably wouldn't tell yourself, "Oh, well, another day, another headache. That's part of life." But many people go through that very routine when it comes to sore feet. “The health of your feet, despite their distance from your heart, can affect your overall health,” Pain in your feet can have many causes, and you shouldn't ignore foot pain or regard it as a normal part of life. Together, your two feet contain more than 50 bones, accounting for about one-fourth of all the bones in your body. And somehow they also make room for more than 60 joints and 200 muscles, tendons, and ligaments that hold them together and help them move. If you’re experiencing any aches, pains, symptoms or have any questions about the health of your feet. From there your podiatrist can determine or diagnose any problem a...
Foot is the most important anatomical part of the body to balance the weight and transmit weight of the body to the ground. Both feet (combined) make up for 25% of the body’s bones, 18% of joints and 6% of the muscles. Doing damage to any of these parts can cause serious harm to our bodies and how we complete our daily tasks. One of the best ways to stay healthy is by moving, whether it is through activities like running/walking, dancing, weight lifting or even just cleaning your house. However, because this is an important aspect of living a healthy life, our feet are the ones that get the most wear and tear. All this pressure and movement will not only leave your feet sore but can also affect your knees, hips and entire spine. The following are some strategies on how you can keep your feet healthy: Keep your feet clean As with any part of your body, healthy feet start with good hygiene. While bathing, thoroughly clean your feet with soap a...