In a China of the past, women with bound feet were stereotypical and quite common. The practice was popular due to the belief that small feet were a sign of beauty and attraction. The practice was eventually outlawed in the country following strong opposition from 19th-century Christian missionaries. Despite its outlaw, elderly women with bound […]
Month: September 2015
Start-Up Creates Orthotic Flip-Flop
Jackson Hole, WY based Kickstarter company Foot Flops have created a line of heat-molded orthotic flip-flop styles this week. Foot Flops customizable to each owner’s foot using patent pending HEAT technology made from Thermo-Form foam. The flip-flops are heated in an oven for five to seven minutes and are stepped on immediately upon removal for […]
Key Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms to Catch the Disease Early
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that has been diagnosed in 1.3 million Americans. Nearly 60% of sufferers not properly treated will be left unable to work within ten years, so it is important to keep an eye on the warning signs in order to treat and control the disease as soon as possible. Puffiness, […]
Converse Releasing New Supportive Version of Chuck Taylor All Stars
Popular footwear company, Converse, has finally updated their Chuck Taylor’s by making a more supportive version of the shoe to be known as Chuck Taylor All Star II. The new Chucks include lining, upgraded tongue and patch, and cushioning to support the feet. Since Converse was acquired by Nike in the early 2000s, the Chuck […]