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Heel Spur Treatment Tips

Hi, my name is Marcy, welcome to my blog. I started this site to pass on some of the things I’ve learned about treating heel spur problems – this has been a big issue for me in the past. When I was first diagnosed, I assumed that I’d need surgery to get rid of the spur, but chats with my doctor and podiatrist showed me that there are actually other solutions out there that can fix heel spur pain. For example, you can use exercises, orthotic devices and strapping to help you manage your pain and get rid of the problem. If you’re having heel spur problems, I hope you find information here that will help you decide on the right treatment for you.

Maintaining Good Dental Health: Useful Advice For The Elderly Person.

Posted on January 5, 2017

 As you get older your dental health can become harder to maintain. Age-related health and lifestyle factors can increase the risk of dental problems, that in turn can cause pain and inconvenience. Follow these four simple tips to maintain good dental hygiene and practice to keep your mouth in optimum condition and help avoid any troublesome or painful dental issues. 1. Maintain good dental hygiene. Good dental health is important for all ages, increasingly so for the elderly. [Read More]

3 Reasons Not to Use Your Travel Toothbrush as a Long-Term Solution

Posted on January 3, 2017

Many people prefer to use a smaller travel-sized toothbrush when they go off on vacation; in fact, many people will simply use the little ones that are often included in the complimentary hygiene kits often provided when you take a long-distance flight. Those little toothbrushes might be okay for one or two nights, but you should never consider them a suitable long-term solution. Here are just three reasons why. 1. The Bristles Aren't Designed for Long-Term Use [Read More]

Why You Should Ask Your Dentist About Your Specific Risk for Decay

Posted on January 3, 2017

Did you know that you may be at more risk of developing tooth decay during your lifetime than any other given person and that dentists are now able to determine your specific risk for developing dental caries? What factors come into play in determining your exposure? Being Proactive A generation or so ago, dentists would routinely drill out the decay and install fillings, before moving onto the next patient. It now appears that you have a specific profile that outlines your risk of developing tooth decay during your lifetime. [Read More]

How to Prepare for a Knee Replacement

Posted on December 30, 2016

A total knee replacement or TKR can be life changing, but it also comes with a significant recovery period. You may have heard stories about how difficult it is to get back to optimum function post knee replacement or be wondering how you can make things easier on yourself. Read on to find top tips to make the recovery period easier. Prepare your mind. Make sure that you've asked your orthopaedic surgeon any questions you have about the surgery, your stay in the hospital and your recovery. [Read More]