Last updated: 01/24/2021
A healthy weight does not look the same for everyone. Gender, height, age, body frame and composition, health goals, and activity levels are some of the important factors to...
Last updated: 01/24/2021
The case for vitamin D as a sports performance booster got a minor bump from a couple of recent studies. One showed an apparent benefit to VO2 max and 30-second sprint...
Last updated: 01/24/2021
New research out of Australia suggests that stiff shoe inserts may be helpful for individuals dealing with osteoarthritis of their big toe joint. For the study, researchers...
Last updated: 01/24/2021
In the past, joint replacement surgery of the first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint has had limited success for a number of reasons. Old methods were unsuccessful because the...
Last updated: 01/23/2021
If you’e been following this blog, odds are you’re familiar with the Cartiva implant for treating big toe arthritis. Dr. Silverman was the first to offer the surgery in the...
Last updated: 01/23/2021
Our feet help to handle and displace stress with every step we take, and if you’re like most people, you probably don’t give them a second thought the majority of the time. We...
Last updated: 01/23/2021
Diabetic patients are at a higher risk for foot related issues. Those with diabetes are more prone to developing poor blood circulation. One common condition, known as...
Last updated: 01/23/2021
10 Small, Healthy Things You Should Do for Yourself Every Day 10 Small, Healthy Things You Should Do for Yourself Every Day These tiny, daily tweaks can make all the difference...
Last updated: 01/23/2021
Ingrown toenails can be quite painful, and the condition doesn’t just develop in adults. Kids and teens can also develop ingrown toenails, so it’s important that parents and...
Last updated: 01/22/2021
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a progressive disease that mainly affects the joints. According to the American College of Rheumatology, RA is the most common type of autoimmune...