PLANTAR FASCIITIS

The plantar fascia is the thick connective tissue on the bottom of the foot.  Its function is to support the arch.  It consists mostly of collagen, which is non-living tissue.  This fascia attaches from the lower prominence of the heel bone to the first parts of the toe bones.  In medical terms, this connective tissueContinue reading “PLANTAR FASCIITIS”

IT’S TICK TIME NOW IN THE CITY AND THE COUNTRY

Spring and summer are fun times to get out in nature.  This is especially true for those who have been hibernating from the cold of winter.  This year getting out becomes an even greater joy as we escape from COVID-induced sheltering at home.  There is peace and renewal in walking through a beautiful natural landscape.Continue reading “IT’S TICK TIME NOW IN THE CITY AND THE COUNTRY”

SLEEPING WELL TO MAINTAIN HEALTH AND FIGHT ILLNESS — PART THREE

The following is the third and [so far] final blog on getting a good night’s sleep.  Please refer back to parts one and two of this series. RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME (RLS) causes an urge to move your legs.   Your legs become uncomfortable when you are lying down or sitting. Some people describe it as aContinue reading “SLEEPING WELL TO MAINTAIN HEALTH AND FIGHT ILLNESS — PART THREE”