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This Is Why You Absolutely Need To Stop Wearing Shoes In Your House

I always wondered why so many cultures around the world (except for America) left shoes off at or outside the door. Now I know why! You shouldn't wear shoes in your home for several reasons.

Why you should never wash your jeans

Laundry is inevitable, but thankfully there are people like Levi’s CEO and President Chip Bergh who want to make our lives a little easier. According to him, you should never wash a pair of jeans. Ever. While this may prompt noises of disgust from those are less-then-enamoured by the idea of walking around in dirty clothes, Mr Bergh explained that he "spot cleans" any stains with a toothbrush.

6 Physical Therapists And 2 Acupuncturists Charged In Over $20 Million Health Care Fraud Scheme

Leader of Scheme Also Charged with Fraudulently Obtaining COVID-19 Unemployment Benefits<br>Audrey Strauss, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and Scott Lampert, Special Agent in Charge of the New York Office of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General (“HHS-OIG”), announced the unsealing today of an indictment charging acupuncturists JUNYI LIU, a/k/a “Jenny,” and HONGXING WANG…

Your Next Step Podiatry

Make an appointment with one of our doctors for an evaluation to see if you qualify for a pair of shoes.

A Gift Guide for the Shoe Lover

A gift guide for the shoe lover in your life, even if that's you.

7 Tips for Arthritis Pain Relief

Arthritis pain relief is important for independence &amp; improving quality of life. Use 7 tips to relieve pain by combining treatments with lifestyle changes.

How to Keep Your Foot Safe During a Pedicure

Is pedicure safety really something you need to be aware of? It is. Because if you don’t watch it, you …

Choose the Right Orthopedic Surgeon

Finding the right orthopedic surgeon may seem overwhelming. Narrow down your search with these helpful tips and questions.

When Can I Sue My Orthopedic Surgeon?

Advancements in orthopedic surgery mean that athletes can return to playing after devastating injuries and the rest of us can live without chronic pain from damaged bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. But not all orthopedic surgeries result in miraculous recoveries....

Things to Consider While Selecting an Orthopedic Surgeon

Discover the most important things to consider when choosing an orthopedic surgeon.

Choose a trustworthy orthopedic surgeon to help manage joint pain

Finding the right doctor can be tough and there are many things to consider — would you be more comfortable with a male or female? Is the medical office conveniently located? Is the physician highly regarded in the medical community? When it comes to a specialist, it can be even trickier to know who will be the right fit for you. If you’re suffering from joint pain and ready to seek help from an orthopedic surgeon, here is some advice to consider.

When to See an Orthopedic Surgeon

What is Orthopedics? What is Orthopedic Surgery?

As the medical fields continue to promote the benefits of exercise and healthy eating habits, both the young and old are becoming more active. Because of this, overuse and injuries to the bones, joints and muscles occurs, especially in baby boomers. Some of the most common conditions that require eventual treatment are those caused by degenerative joint disease, osteoarthritis, and arthritis and these problems are studied…

Is it orthopaedic surgery or orthopedic surgery?

Today bone surgery in the United States is either orthopaedic or orthopedic.

Should You See an Orthopedic Surgeon?

How do you know if it's time to visit an orthopedic surgeon? Well, you may want to consider scheduling an appointment if you have pain that won't let up, diminished function, or any deformity of your musculoskeletal system.

6 tips to prepare to see an orthopedic surgeon

An appointment to see an orthopedic surgeon for a joint injury or pain can be frustrating. Tips to prepare ahead to get the most out of your appointment:

Considering Orthopedic Surgery? Here Are Five Things To Know

Make an informed decision about surgery––and get on the road to recovery faster—with these tips.

Opioid Overprescription by Orthopedic Surgeons Fueling Epidemic of Painkiller Overdoses, Study Finds

Overprescription of opioid painkillers by orthopedic surgeons has played a key role in the epidemic of painkiller overdoses in the U.S.

Can orthopedic surgeons fix their own field’s lack of diversity?

Many told STAT that these racial demographics will be nearly impossible to change without intentional and consistent effort across the field.

Meet the orthopedic surgeon who became a rapper

My advice to trainees and practitioners at every level is not to delay your happiness and instead take time to find it now. In medicine, tomorrow is a fantasy.