by Twin Cities Foot & Ankle Clinic | Feb 15, 2022 | Foot Pain
Maybe you spent too much time walking around in a brand new pair of shoes. Or perhaps you exceeded the distance over which a pair of flip-flops or high heels can comfortably carry you. Now, regrettably, you have one or more blisters on your feet. Excessive friction... 
by Twin Cities Foot & Ankle Clinic | Dec 6, 2021 | Ankle Pain, Foot Pain
In a recent survey of gymgoers, 39% of respondents reported that they work out in order to counterbalance the stress they encounter during their everyday lives. Higher percentages of respondents said they exercise to stay healthy, get stronger or lose weight – but... 
by Twin Cities Foot & Ankle Clinic | Nov 11, 2021 | Foot Pain
We would hate to make a season so nice as winter sound all mean and scary. It is the only time of year when it’s socially acceptable to drink eggnog, after all. But with the bitter cold come many new health hazards to seniors, who must take certain precautions... 
by Twin Cities Foot & Ankle Clinic | Aug 19, 2021 | Foot Pain
The arch is an extremely hard-working part of your foot. This area, which extends from the heel to the ball of your foot, helps to absorb shock while you are walking. It also bears much of your overall body weight and gives you the balance and stability you need to... 
by Twin Cities Foot & Ankle Clinic | Apr 26, 2021 | Ankle Pain, Foot Pain
Running is one of the greatest forms of exercise – and not just for its health benefits. You don’t have to organize a big team of people to go running. You don’t have to stay cooped up inside like you would if you only lifted weights in a gym. And you... 
by Twin Cities Foot & Ankle Clinic | Nov 17, 2020 | Foot Pain
This article was taken from foothealthfacts.org Fall is not a fun time of year for women like Elaine Powers. In the summer months, “like everybody else, I like to wear flip-flop sandals, open-toed shoes, a nice pedicure with good nail polish,” she says....