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As a society, we are constantly on our feet. Whether the issues are caused by life expectancy increase, heavier body weight or the fact that we are trying to become more active, our feet are becoming more important to us every day. Children are competing in athletics at a higher levels. People are living longer. Weight gain in adults and children are more problematic. Foot and ankle complaints and concerns are touching every life and every family. As a foot & ankle specialist, Dr Gibson sees these problems on a regular basis and can provide key insights into these concerns. He also enjoys blogging about these common concerns.
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Another Clue Nutrition Can Help Neuropathy A new study found a link between a key protein and peripheral neuropathy. These findings are consistent with possible causes related to failure of nutrition... -
Fibromyalgia May Be A Form Of Neuropathy Fibromyalgia has been a difficult disease, but it may have some light at the end of the tunnel as a small study finds peripheral neuropathy links. -
Exercise Is A Valuable Treatment For Peripheral Neuropathy Dr Gibson has found exercise to be a valuable option for improving the symptoms of peripheral neuropathy. In fact, he has tried it himself with good results. -
"I Keep Tripping Over My Feet. Is This Peripheral Neuropathy?" As you lose the sensation in your feet (peripheral neuropathy), you will have less balance and may even trip over your own feet. This is a common symptom... -
Neuropathy Awareness Week May 14-18 is Neuropathy Awareness Week. As part of this week, we want to recognize the many patients we see in neuropathy and offer some key insights. -
Infectious Peripheral Neuropathy A Valid Cause... Many causes are being found for peripheral neuropathy, but a less commonly discussed cause is any type of infection. Dr Gibson discusses this causative agent.... -
Many Medications Linked To Peripheral Neuropathy Many medications have had toxic effects that may lead to neuropathy. A new page on our website now discusses this possibility and the associated medications. -
Why Mitochondria Are Important To Neuropathy Many studies have implicated mitochondria as causing peripheral neuropathy. Why is this information important to you? Many treatment options depend on this... -
Taking Vitamin D Supplementation May Prevent Neuropathy In a recent study, Vitamin D was found to correlate directly with Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy. With all the benefits of vitamin D, should you supplement? -
Gluten Intolerance May Cause Neuropathy Gluten is a common food component, but gluten free diets are becoming more common. One possible complication of gluten can be neuropathy. Should you stop it? -
Diabetic Nerve Pain or Peripheral Neuropathy Do you have nerve pain or neuropathy related to your diabetes? The American Academy of Neurology Foundation has released some valuable resources... -
Ideopathic Neuropathy Found To Have Genetic Cause So you have ideopathic neuropathy and have been told there is no known cause. New studies have found ideopathic neuropathy may be caused by gene mutation...