When do Flatfeet Develop? Flat feet are most common in toddlers. By the age of 6, they usually will disappear. Children become less flexible at the age of 6, and their arches begin to develop. In fact, only 1 in 10 children with flatfeet does not develop arches. Unless the foot is painful or stiff, [...]
A group of muscles makes up our core. They run down the center of our body. And it is the epicenter of balance and strength for virtually everything we do. Examples of these muscles include the abdominal muscles, back muscles, and the pelvis. The core muscles work together to assist the body in maintaining balance [...]
Many of the favorite foods among men are not necessarily the best and most are not recommended for good health. However, a healthy diet combined with regular physical activity can help improve male health and prevent heart disease and cancer. Which ironically is the first and second cause of death for men over 35. Although [...]
Many of us have a friend who appears to be able to tell when the rain is on its way. And typically, they say it is because they can feel it in their joints. So, that goes to question, does joint pain during the rainy season have any correlation? Florida is truly the Sunshine State [...]
Coral Springs, FL - Alan MacGill, DPM, FACFAS, CWS, recently named as One of America’s Most Influential Podiatrists, was a keynote speaker at the 76th Annual Scientific Conference for the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) in Nashville, TN on March 22 to March 25. A regional president of ACFAS, Dr. MacGill is [...]
Almost all of your daily activities may require you to move your arms. Thus, demanding the use of your shoulders. It's important to strengthen your shoulders. Strong shoulders are the unsung heroes of the upper body. They are powerful and have a great range of motion. That great mobility also makes them vulnerable to injury, [...]
Boca Raton, FL (April 6, 2018) - The administration and employees of West Boca Medical Center, a local hospital in Boca Raton, Florida, committed to encouraging the practice of selfless service among medical practitioners, have selected Dr. Ashish Sahai as the person to receive its distinguished award of 2018 Doctor of the Year for an [...]
Our patients experiencing joint pain know how debilitating it can be. Some find it difficult to even perform basic tasks when dealing with severe joint pain. Whether it is due to an injury or because of a condition like arthritis. Joint pain is no joke, and those affected by it, dream of a pain-free [...]
The holiday season is among us, bringing joy and happiness. It also brings a burning passion while decorating our homes and trees and placing lights across the roof, windows, doors, and walls. Not to mention, in 2020, we all know how important it is to spread cheer. And the effort clearly pays off at the [...]
Time definitely takes a toll on all of us. As the years go by, our feet seem to become affected. Often due to the pressure of our footwear, our body weight, playful activities, sports, and age-related issues. These are age-related issues that include circulation problems. And these problems can affect our lower extremities and our [...]
