★The Real Cause May Be Hiding in Every Step You Take
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The Real Cause May Be Hiding in Every Step You Take
For years, most people have been told to blame shoes or genetics, but growing evidence suggests the damage may come from a movement pattern repeated thousands of times every single day, gradually reshaping the foot and undermining balance, stability, and mobility.
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Linking up with Dr. Mercola, bunions can be hereditary, meaning they can run in families. Wearing shoes that are too tight or narrow can contribute to the development of bunions, as they put pressure on the toes. Certain foot structures, such as flat feet or overpronation, can increase the risk of developing bunions.
To treat and relieve bunion pain (hallux valgus) naturally, it is recommended to combine mobility exercises, release massages, and the use of appropriate footwear with toe separators.
To relieve bunion pain at home, watch Dr. Jo's video "Stretches and Exercises to Relieve Bunion Pain," which demonstrates physical therapy movements such as toe separators and the use of towels. For a broader overview of home care options, you can also watch the video "The Doctor Explains Treatment Options for Bunions."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6-P3kJlTZ0
If heel striking were the proper way to walk we have a "post" - just the heel to walk on. There is a reason for all the little joints in the toes and for our arch. Basically they sound like a series of shock absorbers to dampen the force as it travels up and through our knees, hips, spine. Probably affect the neck too. Reminded of a previous article on how what may have been a small offense to the foot, knee/s, hip/s, even a loss of a tooth can travel through out the body irritate other body joints and affect our sense of balance.
For those who like to hike in the wilderness, pushing off from the foot makes for quiet movement and increases the sightings of the many creatures we share this world with.