Your feet are engineering marvels. Each foot has 26 bones, 33 joints, and more than 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Together they carry you thousands of miles over a lifetime. But like any structure that bears weight and weathers decades of use, feet change with age. Some changes are inevitable; others are preventable. Understanding what Continue reading →
Taking care of someone with Alzheimer’s means juggling a lot of health issues. Foot care for Alzheimer’s patients gets forgotten way too often, even though it’s really important. As memory and thinking get worse, people slowly lose track of basic foot hygiene. They can’t spot problems anymore either. This creates a snowball effect — infections, Continue reading →
Heel fat pad atrophy is a condition characterized by the thinning or degeneration of the fat pad located beneath the heel bone, known as the calcaneus. This fat pad serves a crucial role in cushioning the heel during weight-bearing activities, absorbing shock, and providing stability. As individuals age or due to various factors, this fat Continue reading →
## The Foot-Spine Connection The human body is a kinetic chain, meaning that movement and alignment in one part affect the rest. The feet are the base of this chain. When they function properly, they support balanced posture and efficient movement. But when foot problems arise—such as flat feet, high arches, or improper gait—they can Continue reading →
