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14 Nov: Flat Feet Reconstruction Surgery? Is it an Option to Help Correct the Problem

Are you suffering from flat feet? It’s a very common condition. Up to 25% of adults in the United States have flat feet, or pes planus. For some, it’s not a problem, but others suffer from pain and discomfort from the condition. Flat feet reconstruction surgery may be an option if you’re experiencing symptoms related to the condition.

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09 May: Do I Have Venous Insufficiency, And What Is It?

Venous insufficiency is a disease process which can affect all age groups. The older the group, the higher the prevalence. The overall prevalence of the disease is 25-40% for women and 10-20% for men. For any age group, women are more commonly affected than men. The annual occurrence rate is 6% and 1.9% for women and men, respectively. According to the Cleveland Clinic, 40% of people in the U.S. have venous insufficiency with varying degrees of symptomatology.