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Lighting up hope for neuropathy
If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetic neuropathy, you are not alone. More than half of people with type 2 diabetes will develop neuropathy in their lifetime. And while walking on hot coals may be a fun challenge on a tropical vacation, the constant burning pain in your feet associated with neuropathy is not fun. In fact, it can be...
Read MoreDo your ankles feel puffy or tight?
If you’re suffering from edema or leg swelling (or your ankles seem puffy or tight), you may have an underlying venous health issue causing inflammation. That’s right, inflammation leads to swelling. One common cause of inflammation is varicose veins, which may or may not be visible on the surface of the skin. If you are experiencing...
Read MoreWith custom orthotics from Finesse Footcare, you could be stepping back into life
Whatever walk of life you follow, your overall health and well-being are affected by the stability of the biomechanics of your feet. If there’s an issue with your feet or gait, that can cause negative repercussions in everything from your ankles to knees, back, shoulders and even neck. Dr. Danielle Shaper, of Finesse Footcare in Lyndhurst,...
Read MoreHearing aids slow cognitive decline
Hearing loss intervention can dramatically slow the rate of cognitive decline for people at higher risk. A new study published in September 2023 reveals that hearing aids can slow cognitive decline for those at high risk by as much as 48% over three years. The cause of this connection is still being researched, but there are several theories...
Read MoreWinning candy season
This time of year, when it seems like everywhere you go there’s a bowl of Halloween treats, and your kids’ trick-or-treating sacks will be soon overflowing, it’s easy to down a few candy bars. ‘Tis the season, right? Well, not really. Even an innocent-sounding fun-size Snickers candy bar has 160 calories. To work that off, you’ll...
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