It is safe to say this has not been a typical summer – or a typical year, for that matter. We’ve all had more than our fair share of stresses Read More
Sometimes, heel pain can be just that – a pain. You might have felt this annoying discomfort in the morning as you take your first steps (what a nice way to Read More
Hiking can be both an adventure and a form of therapy. There are trails out there for everyone from beginners to seasoned experts. You can go just to take in Read More
If you like going for nice walks or long hikes, Roseburg and Douglas County is the place to be! Here in the Umpqua River Valley, with easy access to the ocean, Read More
It only takes one fall. Accidental falls are the No. 1 cause of injury—including fatal injuries—for American senior citizens. If you’re lucky, you might get away with just a bruise. But Read More
The Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA) Boys and Girls Basketball seasons will tip off on 11/29. Student athletes will be working hard to try to reach the postseason and chase Read More
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, so this is the perfect time of year to reflect on all of that for which we are thankful. The whole list would be Read More
Put simply, neuropathy is a technical term for nerve damage. When the word “peripheral” precedes “neuropathy,” we are specifically taking about damage to the peripheral nerves. In podiatry, we tend to Read More
As with any condition, the first step in being able to resolve peripheral neuropathy (damaged nerves) is being aware a problem exists. Doing so will enable you to take measures Read More
You may have heard this amazing fact before, but your blood vessels would stretch out about 60,000 miles if they were laid end-to-end. That means, considering the circumference of the Read More
It can be incredibly frustrating when bunion pain gets in the way of your plans to run, exercise, or play favorite sports. Physical activity is obviously necessary for your overall Read More