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Hurting Football Feet: Things To Know About Plantar Fasciitis

Have you been struggling with being productive on your football team because your feet hurt all of the time? If you have been playing football for a long time, you may have developed a medical condition that is called plantar fasciitis. Discover in this article what you should know about suffering from plantar fasciitis and getting it treated by a podiatrist. How Could Playing Football Lead to Plantar Fasciitis? Playing football may have led to you getting plantar fasciitis because you have to utilize your feet on a consistent basis in the sport. Read More 

Recovering After Lipsocution Surgery: What To Expect

Liposuction surgery offers a convenient way to remove excess fatty deposits that dieting and exercise haven't been able to help you shed. As you prepare for your procedure, you'll want to familiarize yourself with some of the things to expect during the healing process. Here are a few things you should know about recovering in the days and weeks after your liposuction surgery. Results Won't Be Immediate While a successful liposuction surgery will remove all the fat you were hoping to lose, you won't be able to see the results immediately. Read More 

When Surgery Is Your Last Option For Relief From Back Pain

You have tried back braces, physical therapy and steroid injections in your lower back, but your back pain persists. Your doctor has recommended surgery as the next step to treating the pain. Depending on the exact cause of the pain, back surgeons have several techniques that they can use to reduce the pain and inflammation in your lower back. Here is what you can expect from the surgery and subsequent recovery at home. Read More 

The Importance Of Acupuncture In Modern Medicine

The art of acupuncture for medicinal use is something that was first practiced by the Chinese about 2,000 years ago. Today this form of therapy can be found in clinics across the United States as it has grown in popularity. The small needles used to perform acupuncture are even regulated by the FDA much like other medical devices such as scalpels or hypodermic needles. Because of the popularity of this form of therapy, more people than ever before are turning to it to relieve a number of ailments. Read More 

3 Important Facts That You Should Know About Cremation

If you are making plans for your final arrangements, it is a good idea to consider the benefits and ease of cremation. For instance, only about half of the deceased people are being buried, with the remaining being cremated. There are several reasons for that big jump, given that in 1999, approximately one out of four people were being cremated. As a result, it is a good idea to consider the motivating factors for others to choose cremation, while you are making your own decision. Read More