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Understanding Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis (PF), also known as Plantar Heel Pain (PHP) is a painful inflammatory process of the plantar fascia, the connective tissue or ligament on the sole (bottom surface) of the foot. It is often caused by overuse of the plantar fascia, increases in activities, weight or age. It is a very common condition and can be difficult to treat if not looked after properly.

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What’s the deal with nano-bamboo charcoal?

Bamboo is a sustainable resource due to the fast-growing nature of the plant and the abundance in which it can be produced. In fashion, it is not only lauded for its “green” quality but also, for its softness. And, as fashion trends toward sustainability, more consumers are realizing the benefits of buying bamboo.

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What Role Does Nutrition Play In Reaching Your Fitness Goals?

For fitness buffs, the benefits of exercise alone are well worth the commitment.

Travel Bucket List: Top 6 Places to See in Your Lifetime

Delicate pink cherry blossoms are a lovely sight to behold anywhere, but they’re especially beautiful in Japan’s Meguro River, where over 800 trees release their blossoms into the water each spring. Walking down the riverbanks while gazing upriver, watching the petals shimmer and scatter on the smallest breezes, is truly breathtaking.

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Top 10 People Who Benefit from Compression Sleeves

Sitting, standing, or remaining in any position for long periods of time can result in venous insufficiency. The walls in your veins can weaken, valves can be damaged, and blood flow through your veins can be restricted. A compression sleeve on your feet, legs, knees, or wrists can stimulate venous activity by increasing the flow of blood through your veins and to your muscles and heart.

What to Know About DVT and Pregnancy

Blood clots are a rare complication, but it’s important to understand that pregnancy does in fact make it up to ten times more likely for you can develop one. The risk of developing a blood clot also increases as your pregnancy progresses, and it is actually highest during the first three weeks after you give birth. The most common type of blood clot during pregnancy is called deep vein thrombosis (DVT).

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Tips for Easing Carpal Tunnel Pain

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a series of symptoms that occur when there is pressure applied to the median nerve in your wrist. This and several other tendons go through a small space in your wrist called the carpal tunnel. Once swelling occurs, it pushes on these nerves and tendons. The median nerves control movement and feeling in your thumb and first three fingers. Pressure on this nerve is what causes the syndrome.

Venous Insufficiency Treatment

Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is a condition in which the veins in the legs and feet are unable to appropriately circulate blood back to the heart. This condition requires effective Venous Insufficiency treatment to relieve pain and other symptoms.

Runner's Knee Treatment

If you’re an active person who enjoys running or other sports, and you’re facing chronic knee pain in the area surrounding and behind the knee cap, you may be dealing with patellafemoral pain syndrome (also known as Runner’s Knee).

Restless leg syndrome symptoms and treatment

Restless leg syndrome is a recognized neurological disorder. People have recently become more familiar with the syndrome and have worked to find treatment for restless legs. Restless leg syndrome is a frustrating disorder that causes an uncomfortable and painful sensation in the legs.

Plantar Fasciitis Treatment

Generally, the sharp pain associated with plantar fasciitis is localized towards the heel. It can spread forward along the arch of the foot and back into the Achilles tendon.

Patellar Tendonitis Treatment

If you’re an active person who enjoys sports, and you’re facing chronic pain in the front of your knee below the knee cap, you may be dealing with patellar tendonitis (also known as Jumper’s Knee). You will find relief with our Patellar Tendonitis Compression Knee Sleeves.

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