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alexda - ArticlesAdidas Plays Down Short-term Benefits of OlympicsBEIJING (Reuters) - Adidas AG, the world's No. 2 sports goods maker, on Thursday played down the short-term business benefits of the Olympic Games but said China would become its second-largest market by the end of the year. Weak Shoe Demand Halts Pricey Asia EvaSINGAPORE (ICIS news)--Asian ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) with 18% VA content prices have fallen 8.5-14% from July highs due to resistance from China and India’s downstream footwear industries amid slowing global economies, producers and end-users said on Thursday. CornsWhen a bony prominence of the foot experiences continued pressure or friction from an opposing surface the tissues can become thickened and more tough resulting in a corn developing. They vary is size, shape and severity and tend to be more common in women, especially those who constantly wear tight or narrow shoes. Fractured CalcaniumAs with any bone in the body the heel bone, also called the calcanium or calcaneus, can become damaged and sometimes fractured which can be extremely painful. In-growing ToenailsTo suffer from in-growing toenails is a common complaint and can affect anyone of any age. If left untreated it can be extremely painful and affect mobility and quality of life. VerrucasVerrucas, otherwise known as ‘plantar warts’, are very common occurrences for many people, and are essentially a simple wart that appears on the sole of the foot. They seem to carry a stigma with them, but in fact anyone can develop a verruca regardless of their age, origin or hygiene levels. Keep Feet HealthyNo wonder three-quarters of adults have had foot problems in the last five years. The good news is that looking after your feet can prevent most of the problems.
Your feet take the weight of your whole body, so foot problems can quickly lead to discomfort and affect the way you walk. This can in turn cause knee, hip and back pain. Choosing Sports ShoesSports shoes are probably the most important piece of equipment you’ll buy so it's vital you pick the right pair.
Many people don’t realise there are big differences in the way sports shoes support your feet. It’s not good for your feet if you play football or tennis in the same trainers you use for jogging. Foot Care and DiabetesDiabetes can limit blood supply to your feet and cause a loss of feeling. This can mean foot injuries do not heal well, while the lack of feeling means you may not notice if your foot is sore or injured. If you have diabetes, you’re 15 times more likely to have a limb amputated due to infection-causing gangrene. Foot Care and ArthritisRheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a condition that causes inflammation in many joints of the body, including the feet.
The sooner it's diagnosed, the more effective your treatment can be. Don’t ignore joint pain, as RA often shows up in the feet first. You can be referred to an arthritis clinic by your GP. NHS rheumatologists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and podiatrists (foot specialists) can also help.
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