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Got Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness? Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is a common companion to distance runners. There are many theories for treatment and untimately prevention of this common post-race ailment. Let's discuss. Simple Tips To Preserve Diabetic Foot Health Diabetic amputation rates from foot infections are trending upwards in the United States. Here are some simple tips to help save these soles! 9 Answers to Your Foot Surgery Questions Foot surgery is scary! Here are some easy answers to common questions that should put your mind at ease! Solutions for Exercise-Induced Back Pain Back pain can be an indicator of a serious problem and can lead to a cascading injury that slows your running to a complete halt! Every time your feet hit the ground, the reacting shock is transferred up your legs to your hips and spine, and any biomechanical imbalance can ultimately cause lower back pain. There is help for your aching back! Oh My Aching Shins! Shin splints a.k.a. exercise-induced leg pain can really slow down your running program! It is important to keep in mind that shin splints, like most running injuries, are basically an overuse injury. Here are some tips to foil this common injury! Oh My Aching Feet! Foot Pain Relief Tips for Pregnant Woman Tips on foot pain relief during pregnancy. Will my Running Cause Arthritis? A discussion about whether arthritis and long distance running can be linked and the advantages of functional foot orthotics to balance your biomechanics. Don't Let Your Travels Be Ruined by a Blood Clot! A discussion of the real risk of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) when trveling; diagnosis, treatment and tips for avoidance. Ankle Instability Can Be Avoided Ankle sprains are one of the most common sports injuries. These can lead to life-long pain and disability if ignored and not rehabilitated properly. If you happen to fall down and go "Boom", have your ankle sprain evaluated by a podiatric foot and ankle surgeon to avoid life-long instability.