There are many different types of walking aids. Make your choice simpler by trying various types to find a mobility aid that fits your size, age and activity types. Follow doctor’s or physical therapist’s recommendations on the best gait aid for you. Crutches may work better for younger patients, while older individuals often choose walkers or canes.
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Thousands of people each year undergo colostomy surgery and wear a colostomy bag. The surgery may be done to excise tumors or repair wounds and may be a lifesaving procedure. There are many adjustments you need to make to comfortably and confidently go about your daily life while managing your ostomy. Remember, your doctor’s instructions take precedence and are best suited to your specific medical condition. Here is a selection of tips from other colostomy patients and medical professionals that can help you navigate social and routine activities successfully.
According to the National Institutes of Health, hearing loss is twice as common in diabetics compared to the rest of the U.S. population. That’s because high blood sugar may damage inner ear nerves and blood vessels, thereby causing both diabetes and hearing loss. Hearing loss can creep up on you (or a loved one) slowly over time. Family and friends may observe hearing loss before the person who is suffering from it. If you have hearing loss, you might even pass the hearing test in your doctor’s (quiet) office.
The best thing you can do for bunion pain is to see your doctor. S/he can confirm that your pain is indeed due to bunions, help rule out other ailments and provide personalized treatment. A bunion is a bump on the foot, made up of deformed bone and soft tissue causing pain and swelling. Bunions are usually seen on the side of the foot, near the base of the big or little toe. The painful, inflamed tissue may rub against your shoe and become further irritated. Here are seven helpful tips to reduce bunion pain:
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