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Deciding to have bunion surgery can be one of the most difficult health decisions to make. 'Bunions' are a cause of distress to many thousands of people -mostly women -worldwide. Last year, I wrote about bunions and my opinion was and still is – "avoid bunion surgery if at possible, unless it is ruining your life and crippling you with pain".
Are you 'foot fit' for voting? On Wednesday of this week South Africans go to the polls to elect a new government. Foot fitness could be important since the process can involve many hours of extra standing or walking.
Here's some feedback on the boy with the traction apophysitis. Did you think the overuse was extreme? What did you think of the training routine?
Firstly, he has wonderful parents! They have followed my advice to wear shoes and avoid all activities that cause stretching of the Achilles tendon. Secondly,they have been surfing the Internet to find out more about the condition. They showed the youngster pictures and explained the reasons why he has to take it easy. This means that he understands that time spent recovering now will enable him to participate again when the condition settles. Thirdly, they have stopped all sport at school.
How much sport is enough for a child? When does too much sport become abuse? Is an over-use injury at a young age, in the pursuit of excellence worth the possible long-term consequences? Consider this:
