Valentine’s Day 2018 is now in our rearview mirror. Hopefully you took advantage of the day to do even some small gestures for your loved ones to show how much Read More
There are many reasons to lead an active life. The physical benefits include weight management, reduced risk of various diseases (including diabetes), and a stronger body. Additionally, regular exercise leads Read More
Depending on when you are reading this post, 2018 is either a couple of days away or has just started (unless, of course, you aren’t reading this close to the Read More
We realize it can be easy to cover your feet in the winter and then kind of forget about them. Of course, just because it’s easy doesn’t mean it’s not Read More
We’re celebrating two important calendar events this week! Thursday, of course, is Thanksgiving. And the entirety of November is Diabetes Awareness Month. In the spirit of these events, we’d like Read More
If you are a healthy individual, your dietary habits play a major role in maintaining your health. If you have diabetes, however, your food and beverage choices are absolutely essential 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
If you are a sports fan, fall is a great time of year. Football has started, baseball is heading to the playoffs, and basketball and hockey are going to be Read More
Recreational sports can be a great way for people of all ages to have fun, get exercise, and fulfill competitive urges. Of course, as is true with any physical endeavor, Read More
A parent’s primary concern is the health and wellbeing of his or her child. Naturally, you want your child to experience the least amount of pain possible – something you Read More
A Google search for “awkward teenage moments” brings up over 4 million results, which should be of no surprise to anyone who was ever a teenager! Adolescent awkwardness has provided Read More
One of the most basic facts of diabetes is that it causes major health problems. Most people know this includes elevated risk for heart attack, stroke, blindness, and kidney disease. Read More
For optimal physical health and wellbeing, there are a handful of things any person simply must do. Obviously, this includes eating well, staying physically active, and getting plenty of sleep. Read More