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kristindeboer6
Nov 71 min read
Combating Diabetes is a Family Affair
National Diabetes Month this November serves as an excellent reminder that diabetes is a “family disease” and all family members should...
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kristindeboer6
Oct 101 min read
Protect Your Feet During Fall Yardwork
As you tackle your fall yardwork, make sure to follow these tips to keep your feet and ankles injury free as you prepare your yard for...
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kristindeboer6
Sep 91 min read
Tell Injuries to Take a Hike this Fall
Prepare for fall hikes with these tips to avoid heel pain, ankle sprains, and injuries while enjoying the changing seasons outdoors....
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kristindeboer6
Aug 221 min read
Switch from Sandals to Shoes Safely
As you transition out of summer sandals and bare feet and into shoes and socks for the fall, keep in mind that this small change can...
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kristindeboer6
Aug 82 min read
Keep Your Young Athlete’s Feet Safe
Sports seasons are ramping up for the fall and for young athletes this comes with an increase in foot and ankle injuries. Football,...
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kristindeboer6
Jul 241 min read
Weekend Warriors: Watch Out for Overuse Injuries
If you’re one to save your physical activities or workouts for the weekend—you may be at an increased risk of a foot or ankle injury. If...
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kristindeboer6
Jun 243 min read
Athletes: Listen to Your Body
Surgeons Caution the Risks of Playing Through the Pain Athletes likely experience aches and pains over the course of a season, some worse...
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kristindeboer6
Jun 122 min read
Summer Vacation Tips for Healthy Feet
Nothing ruins a summer vacation faster than a painful or injured foot. From the airport to your hotel room, there are steps you can take...
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kristindeboer6
May 292 min read
Pickleball Injuries On The Rise
Pickleball – the highly competitive sport with a funny name – combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping pong and has recently...
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kristindeboer6
May 151 min read
Watch Out for Old Injuries
After spending the long winter months cooped up inside, the first signs of spring always bring excitement and eagerness to get outside....
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kristindeboer6
May 11 min read
Foot Safety For Home Projects
The cold weather is finally subsiding causing an uptick in home improvement projects including long over-do deep cleans and even...
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kristindeboer6
Apr 151 min read
Don’t Let Foot Pain Slow Your Springtime Walk
While spring is a perfect time to begin a walking program, for some, foot pain can make walking difficult, if not impossible. Arthritis,...
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kristindeboer6
Mar 282 min read
Foot Fractures Can Signal Osteoporosis
Unexplained foot pain or foot fracture can actually be an early sign of osteoporosis, a bone-thinning disease that weakens bones and can...
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kristindeboer6
Mar 111 min read
Prepare for Spring Walkathons to Avoid Foot & Ankle Injuries
As the long winter winds down, you might be anxious to sign up for a spring charity walk to support your favorite cause. However, without...
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kristindeboer6
Feb 261 min read
High Ankle vs. Lateral Ankle Sprains: What’s the Difference?
Ankle sprains may be one of the most common injuries, but they are also frequently misdiagnosed. The two major types of sprained...
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kristindeboer6
Feb 121 min read
Swaping Foot Fractures for Vitamin D!
Winter always means shorter, colder days with limited sunlight, which makes it harder to maintain healthy vitamin D levels in your body....
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kristindeboer6
Jan 292 min read
Winter Tips for Diabetic Foot Care
Winter Tips for Diabetic Foot Care Winter can be dangerous for your feet if you’re living with diabetes. Colder temperatures mixed with...
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kristindeboer6
Jan 91 min read
Say Goodbye to Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails are a common problem for kids and teenagers. While ingrown toenails are rarely life threatening, at-home fixes or...
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kristindeboer6
Dec 29, 20232 min read
Keep Your Feet Safe at the Gym in the New Year
The New Year is a time of renewed motivation and new beginnings, and a lot of resolutions start at the gym. Know what you can do to ring...
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kristindeboer6
Dec 11, 20231 min read
‘Tis the Season for a Mid-Year Foot Check
The school year is halfway over, and it’s a perfect time to check your child’s feet. Did you know that a child’s feet can grow up to two...
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