by Missy Keith, RN, BSN, MSN, FNP-C | Aug 13, 2018 | Preventative Medicine, Uncategorized
This time of year, I tend to see a number of patients with a concern of foot pain. These patients come in with tenderness on the bottom or top of the feet. The problem originates from the metatarsal pads, or the tendons on the top of the foot. Either origin, I relate this pain to fun summer shoes, flip-flops. After repetitive wear of these casual, loose-style sandals, the lack of support around the heels can lead to painful pressure points on the metatarsal pads,...
by Missy Keith, RN, BSN, MSN, FNP-C | Mar 26, 2018 | Allergies
Pretty blossoming flowers and springtime are upon us. Sniffles begin. So how do you know if it’s truly allergies or a cold? It can get confusing trying to distinguish between the two, because they share many of the same symptoms. The answer is in the symptoms. If you have allergies, your immune system overreacts to normally harmless substances called “allergens”. In response to this, the body release a chemical called “histamine” which leads to symptoms. These...
