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How Do You Perform Eccentric Heel Raises Correctly?
If you like to run or take long walks, an eccentric heel raise is a good exercise to incorporate into your home program. Not only does it strengthen the calf muscles, but it also helps prevent Achille
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Golfer's Knee: How to Prevent and Treat Injuries
While golf may seem like a relatively low-risk sport, there is actually a lot that can go wrong. Golf may look like a low-impact sport, but the sheer force that goes into the swing can easily cause in
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Can a Vitamin B12 Deficiency Cause Plantar Fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain, affects millions worldwide. While factors like overuse and improper footwear are well-known contributors, the role of nutrition, particularly vitamin B1
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Can Crocs Ease the Symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis?
Crocs have been around since 2002. Regardless of the controversy over its utility, the footwear brand has grown to become a major manufacturer of flip-flops and sandals globally. By all indications, C
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Bunion vs. Gout: What Is the Difference?
People have pain in the big toes for different reasons, and bunions and gout are two of the most common. While their presentation is similar, gout shouldn't be mistaken for bunions as they aren't the
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