Students aren’t the only ones heading back to school. Teachers are also getting into the swing of things this September, and as they do so they typically run into a host of problems, such as foot and heel pain. Since most teachers stand for at least 4 to 6 hours...

In the Western world, few things are seen as stylish and glamorous as a pair of high heels—the higher, the better. However, the fact that high heels hurt your feet is far from a secret. Today, our Concord NC podiatrist explains how high heels really put your feet—and entire body—at...

It’s no myth that nurses spend a lot of time on their feet. According to a study in Permanente Journal, an average nurse walks up to 5 miles during a day shift, and 3 miles during a night shift. Furthermore, most of all this walking and weight bearing is on hard...

How Losing Weight Can Relieve the Pressure on Your Knees It’s a well-documented fact that weight loss offers a host of benefits to the body’s overall health. But what you may not know is how weight loss helps those experiencing knee and foot pain experience relief. Studies have shown that...