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Many people complain of having tired eyes, a sore back, or achy arms after a long day of work, but what they should really be complaining about is their feet. Even though most people don't think about it, the feet are one of the body parts that do the greatest amount of work on a daily basis. If you want to be able to continue doing the things you love to do, make foot health and regular visits to the podiatrist a priority in your life. Proper Posture Having healthy feet not only refers to having feet that are disease and injury free, it also refers to having feet that are of a specific shape. The shape of a foot can greatly affect balance, distribution of bodyweight, gait and stride, and the ability to walk or run. The feature of the foot that affects posture most is the arch. Feet that are considered to be healthy should have a nice arch because it keeps the bones of the body in proper alignment during standing and other upright activities. Flat-footedness, or having a col

Exactly What are Bunions? A bunion is actually a deformity of the foot, and more particularly, the big toe, whose tissue becomes enlarged at the joint, thereby causing it to deviate laterally. Facts on Bunions The medical community is sometimes on the fence about the causes of bunions with some believing they are the direct result of extended wear of tight-fitting shoes, especially those with pointed toes. However, others strongly believe they are hereditary, but definitely related to wearing shoes that force the big toe inwards. Whatever the medical community believes to be true, the bottom line is that studies have shown that they are caused by poorly fitting shoes, simply proven by cultures where shoes are not worn and where there is no case of bunions existing. Bunions are not only unsightly, they are also extremely painful. The big toe, in severe cases, will either over or under lap the second toe, making wearing shoes extremely uncomfortable and painful. When the sit