Tired, achy feet are not uncommon, and most of the time there is no cause for concern. But, if you constantly have uncomfortable foot problems, like burning, aching, or swelling, your problems could be a red flag, alerting you to a potential health problem. It is important to know what your feet may be trying to tell you.
1: Got A Hot Foot?
If you have a burning sensation in your feet, there may be an underlying nerve problem.
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When you're chasing the soccer ball down the field, your mind is on little else. That is, until you try to turn around only to hear a pop and feel your knee give out. And while it may be tempting to keep playing, these are classic signs of a torn ACL—a serious, but common, injury.
What is the ACL?
In your knee, there are four bones—the fibula, the tibia, the femur, and the patella (kneecap).
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As people get older, it becomes more and more likely that they'll need help with their day-to-day lives. Yet, seniors today often are active and independent. Many seniors hate the idea of giving up their private homes and moving into a nursing home, because they feel that they will lose their independence. However, an assisted care facility isn't the same thing as a nursing home: you only receive the care you need when you need it.
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