Cracked heels, also known as fissures, are very common, especially in winter. The dry air wicks moisture from the skin, leaving it more susceptible to drying out. According to the National Foot Health Assessment 2012, 20% of adults in the United States experience cracked skin on their feet, with women 50% more likely to have …
What Makes Your Foot Fall Asleep?
Have you ever been seated in one spot for a long time and suddenly realized that your foot has fallen asleep? When this happens, your appendage has completely gone numb, or every time you try to move it, you experience pins and needles. Well, this uncomfortable sensation has a name—paresthesia. Keep reading to find out …
Are Foot Peels Safe?
Are you tired of rough and tough skin on the soles of your feet? Are you so tired that you’re willing to try anything to get baby fresh skin? Well, you’ve probably heard of foot peels. But what exactly are foot peels? How do they affect your feet? In this blog, we’ll answer those questions …
How to Reduce Swollen Feet During Pregnancy
It’s not unusual to notice that your feet are swelling in your second trimester, around week 22 to week 27 of pregnancy. Swelling occurs because your body fluids increase and your blood volume just about doubles. Even though these extra fluids can be uncomfortable, this is exactly what you want to help soften your body …
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How to Treat a Swollen Ankle
The first step to treating a swollen ankle is to identify the cause behind it. There are many different reasons, from lifestyle decisions like not eating enough magnesium to underlying conditions like having blood clots. In this blog, we will be discussing how to identify the cause of a swollen ankle and how you can …