Mercer, PhD, a professor of kinesiology and nutrition sciences at the University of Nevada in Las Vegas. Can the wrong shoes make plantar fasciitis worse? The wrong shoe can make plantar fasciitis ...

Mercer, PhD, a professor of kinesiology and nutrition sciences at the University of Nevada in Las Vegas. The wrong shoe can ...

Kinesiology tape is a relatively new tool used in physical therapy that is not appropriate for everyone. This stretchy cotton tape is thought to ease pain and disability from sports injuries and a ...

Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain. It is a painful condition caused by inflammation of plantar fascia — the bands of tissue that connect your heel to your toes. This part ...

Plantar fasciitis can cause pain, swelling, and stiffness in one or both heels. You can often treat this condition at home with ice, rest, supportive braces, and over-the-counter pain relief.

Plantar fasciitis is a condition that results in pain in the foot’s sole and heel, potentially hindering prolonged periods of standing or walking. One of the most effective strategies to ...

How can I treat and prevent them? Having a plantar wart can feel like walking “on a small rock with every step,” said Dr. Steven Daveluy, a professor of dermatology at Wayne State University ...

Kinesio taping is frequently used by athletes for inflammation, pain relief, and to support and stimulate muscles. New research suggests that it may also hold therapeutic benefits for those with ...

Do you have a fitness fan on your gift list this year? These gift ideas are perfect for gym lovers to use inside the gym and ...

Mouth taping, a viral trend, encourages nasal breathing while sleeping to improve sleep quality and reduce snoring. It benefits health by enhancing oxygen absorption and oral hygiene but carries ...

Fans of "mouth taping" claim that they have the solution. Mouth taping is exactly what it sounds like. You tape your mouth shut, thereby forcing you to breathe through your nose, reducing the ...