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Protecting Your Feet — and the Rest of Your Body — from Snakebites

Fifteen potentially dangerous snake species or subspecies call Texas home, but more people die every year from lightning strikes than venomous snakebites, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services. On average, one to two pe...

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Why Are My Feet Swollen?

The feet are probably the most overworked parts of the body. They support your body weight as you stand, walk, run, jump, and so on. It is, ...
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What is a Stone Bruise?

Also referred to as Metatarsalgia, a stone bruise is a condition that affects the forefoot. This is the area between the toes and where the ...

Are Your Feet Burning? Here's What You Need to Know...

The feet support the weight of the entire body. They are, therefore, prone to problems. About 90% of us suffer from foot problems at one poi...
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Pre- and Post-Marathon Foot Care

You’ve just run your first marathon (or half marathon) and suddenly your feet are killing you. There's no swelling, but you can’t walk from ...
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Dancer's Feet: Common Foot Problems and How to Prevent Them

From broken nails and blisters to hammer toes and fractures, foot problems are very common among dancers. Over time, years of dancing jazz, ...
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What Is Morton's Neuroma?

Morton's Neuroma refers to a painful condition that involves the ball of the foot, which is located near the third and fourth toes. Many pat...
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Gout: Do You Know the Symptoms?

Gout is a painful form of inflammatory arthritis that typically affects a single joint. The big toe is a common target for gout. When a pers...
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February Feet: Top 5 Tips to get Your Winter Feet Ready for Summer

Summer is on its way, and you’re certainly going to want to slip on some comfy beach sandals and set your feet free. If you’re like most of ...