The plantar fascia is a tough strand of connective tissue running from your heel to your forefoot. If it becomes tight and constrained, you can end up with a condition called plantar fasciitis. Stepping out of bed in the morning will hurt. Walking becomes painful, and running can be next to impossible in severe cases. Many cases of plantar fascia heal, in time, with proper rest, footwear, and physical therapy. But sometimes, surgery becomes necessary.
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If you or someone close to you has just found out that they have breast cancer, there are probably a lot of questions running through your mind. One of those is probably in regard to what treatment options are available to you. Now, it is up to your doctor to decide which breast cancer care options you are suited for and then discuss those options with you. To help you be a little more prepared for that talk, you may want to learn a little bit about the various types of treatments and how they work.
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Orthotic inserts have become quite common. They go inside your shoes, adding some padding and sometimes adjusting the way you step on and bear weight on your feet. Beyond these basics, how much do you know about orthotics? If you're like most people, you probably have a few of the following questions.
How do you know you need orthotics?
There are two types of people who need orthotics. The first is anyone who is struggling with foot, ankle, or lower leg pain of any type.
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While health and wellness are important at any age, they are especially important as you enter your golden years. As a senior, focusing on your own wellness can mean having a much healthier and more comfortable time in your later years. In addition, some aspects of wellness are different for seniors than for younger adults. Here are three senior wellness tips to keep you healthy and happy for many more years to come:
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Drug combination products are those that include both drugs and devices. For instance, medicine in a vial that includes an injection tool would be considered a drug combination product. If you're planning to buy one to deal with a condition, take these measures.
Examine Your Specific Medical Needs
There are all sorts of drug combination products you can get today, including the aforementioned medicine in a vial with a syringe, insulin injector pins, and pre-filled inhalers.
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