High glucose, or hyperglycemia, occurs when too much sugar is in the blood. This condition is often a sign of diabetes, where the body either produces too little insulin or...
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Diabetes and Amputation: Effective Ways to Protect Your Feet
One of the most common complications associated with diabetes is foot problems such as ulcers, infections, and lesions. These issues are bad enough in and of themselves but can also...
Ankle Compression Socks Vs Knee-High: Which One To Choose
Choosing the right compression socks can be a bit of a puzzle: should you go with ankle or knee-high socks? There isn't a one-size-fits-all answer. In this article, we'll walk you...
Do ankle compression socks work?
Ankle compression socks are highly effective in promoting overall foot health and wellness with their uniform compression design. Unlike graduated compression socks, ankle compression socks provide consistent pressure around the...
Compression Socks for Shin Splints
What is Shin Splints? Shin splints refer to pain along the tibia, the large bone in the front of the lower leg. Medically known as medial tibial stress syndrome, they...
Vasculitis
What is Vasculitis? Vasculitis refers to inflammation of the blood vessels, which can affect one or multiple organs. Blood vessels are channels for blood flow throughout the body. There are...
Plantar Fasciitis
What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is a prevalent and painful condition affecting the heel. It arises from inflammation of the plantar fascia, a robust, fibrous tissue band stretching along...
Berberine - Uses, Benefits and Side Effects
Berberine is a bioactive compound in several plants, including European barberry, goldenseal, goldthread, Oregon grape, phellodendron, and tree turmeric. This yellow-colored, bitter-tasting chemical has been integral to Ayurvedic and Traditional...
Carnivore Diet for Diabetes
The carnivore diet is restrictive and includes only meat, fish, and other animal foods like eggs and certain dairy products. It excludes all other foods, including fruits, vegetables, legumes, grains,...
Does Alcohol Make Neuropathy Worse?
Here’s something you may not know — too much alcohol can lead to or exacerbate neuropathy. Makes you reconsider that drink, doesn’t it?
Corns On Feet
Foot Corn Corn, also referred to as a "calvus," "heloma," or "focal intractable plantar hyperkeratosis," is a specific type of thickened skin lesion. Corns develop due to repeated mechanical trauma from friction...
Edema
Edema refers to swelling resulting from excessive fluid accumulation in body tissues. This condition primarily affects the feet, ankles, and legs but can also manifest in the face, hands, and...
Diabetes and Amputation: Effective Ways to Protect Your Feet
One of the most common complications associated with diabetes is foot problems such as ulcers, infections, and lesions. These issues are bad enough in and of themselves but can also...
![Diabetes and amputation](http://viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Diabetes-Amputation_4b439ad8-7278-417f-a368-caeb9f3deb6f_1024x.progressive.jpg?v=1721068630 1x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Diabetes-Amputation_4b439ad8-7278-417f-a368-caeb9f3deb6f_1024x@2x.progressive.jpg?v=1721068630 2x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Diabetes-Amputation_4b439ad8-7278-417f-a368-caeb9f3deb6f_1024x@3x.progressive.jpg?v=1721068630 3x)
One of the most common complications associated with diabetes is foot problems such as ulcers, infections, and lesions. These issues are bad enough in and of themselves but can also...
Ankle Compression Socks Vs Knee-High: Which One To Choose
Choosing the right compression socks can be a bit of a puzzle: should you go with ankle or knee-high socks? There isn't a one-size-fits-all answer. In this article, we'll walk you...
![Ankle Compression Socks Vs Knee-High](http://viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Ankle-Compression-Socks-Vs-Knee-High_a23a8009-85c5-478d-a253-21489125fdfc_1024x.progressive.jpg?v=1720646020 1x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Ankle-Compression-Socks-Vs-Knee-High_a23a8009-85c5-478d-a253-21489125fdfc_1024x@2x.progressive.jpg?v=1720646020 2x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Ankle-Compression-Socks-Vs-Knee-High_a23a8009-85c5-478d-a253-21489125fdfc_1024x@3x.progressive.jpg?v=1720646020 3x)
Choosing the right compression socks can be a bit of a puzzle: should you go with ankle or knee-high socks? There isn't a one-size-fits-all answer. In this article, we'll walk you...
Do ankle compression socks work?
Ankle compression socks are highly effective in promoting overall foot health and wellness with their uniform compression design. Unlike graduated compression socks, ankle compression socks provide consistent pressure around the...
![Floral Ankle Compression socks](http://viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Floral-Ankle-compression-socks_68c52dd1-b9c3-452b-9e6e-9ee161ad9ed3_1024x.progressive.jpg?v=1719443136 1x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Floral-Ankle-compression-socks_68c52dd1-b9c3-452b-9e6e-9ee161ad9ed3_1024x@2x.progressive.jpg?v=1719443136 2x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Floral-Ankle-compression-socks_68c52dd1-b9c3-452b-9e6e-9ee161ad9ed3_1024x@3x.progressive.jpg?v=1719443136 3x)
Ankle compression socks are highly effective in promoting overall foot health and wellness with their uniform compression design. Unlike graduated compression socks, ankle compression socks provide consistent pressure around the...
Compression Socks for Shin Splints
What is Shin Splints? Shin splints refer to pain along the tibia, the large bone in the front of the lower leg. Medically known as medial tibial stress syndrome, they...
![Shin splints](http://viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Shin-splints_9576b397-106a-4280-bbc4-b28774387c51_1024x.progressive.jpg?v=1718995559 1x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Shin-splints_9576b397-106a-4280-bbc4-b28774387c51_1024x@2x.progressive.jpg?v=1718995559 2x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Shin-splints_9576b397-106a-4280-bbc4-b28774387c51_1024x@3x.progressive.jpg?v=1718995559 3x)
What is Shin Splints? Shin splints refer to pain along the tibia, the large bone in the front of the lower leg. Medically known as medial tibial stress syndrome, they...
Vasculitis
What is Vasculitis? Vasculitis refers to inflammation of the blood vessels, which can affect one or multiple organs. Blood vessels are channels for blood flow throughout the body. There are...
![Vasculitis](http://viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Vasculitis_f39d2388-6188-4e3d-a22b-0b4e0aed3468_1024x.progressive.jpg?v=1718300780 1x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Vasculitis_f39d2388-6188-4e3d-a22b-0b4e0aed3468_1024x@2x.progressive.jpg?v=1718300780 2x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Vasculitis_f39d2388-6188-4e3d-a22b-0b4e0aed3468_1024x@3x.progressive.jpg?v=1718300780 3x)
What is Vasculitis? Vasculitis refers to inflammation of the blood vessels, which can affect one or multiple organs. Blood vessels are channels for blood flow throughout the body. There are...
Plantar Fasciitis
What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is a prevalent and painful condition affecting the heel. It arises from inflammation of the plantar fascia, a robust, fibrous tissue band stretching along...
![Plantar Fasciitis](http://viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Plantar-Fasciitis_822a892a-f5e5-4b09-9c22-aee13892c5d0_1024x.progressive.jpg?v=1717706195 1x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Plantar-Fasciitis_822a892a-f5e5-4b09-9c22-aee13892c5d0_1024x@2x.progressive.jpg?v=1717706195 2x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Plantar-Fasciitis_822a892a-f5e5-4b09-9c22-aee13892c5d0_1024x@3x.progressive.jpg?v=1717706195 3x)
What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is a prevalent and painful condition affecting the heel. It arises from inflammation of the plantar fascia, a robust, fibrous tissue band stretching along...
Berberine - Uses, Benefits and Side Effects
Berberine is a bioactive compound in several plants, including European barberry, goldenseal, goldthread, Oregon grape, phellodendron, and tree turmeric. This yellow-colored, bitter-tasting chemical has been integral to Ayurvedic and Traditional...
![Berberine](http://viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Berberine-240539_afb00e1b-9045-492f-836a-6afa4f5a5310_1024x.progressive.jpg?v=1721772162 1x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Berberine-240539_afb00e1b-9045-492f-836a-6afa4f5a5310_1024x@2x.progressive.jpg?v=1721772162 2x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Berberine-240539_afb00e1b-9045-492f-836a-6afa4f5a5310_1024x@3x.progressive.jpg?v=1721772162 3x)
Berberine is a bioactive compound in several plants, including European barberry, goldenseal, goldthread, Oregon grape, phellodendron, and tree turmeric. This yellow-colored, bitter-tasting chemical has been integral to Ayurvedic and Traditional...
Carnivore Diet for Diabetes
The carnivore diet is restrictive and includes only meat, fish, and other animal foods like eggs and certain dairy products. It excludes all other foods, including fruits, vegetables, legumes, grains,...
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The carnivore diet is restrictive and includes only meat, fish, and other animal foods like eggs and certain dairy products. It excludes all other foods, including fruits, vegetables, legumes, grains,...
Does Alcohol Make Neuropathy Worse?
Here’s something you may not know — too much alcohol can lead to or exacerbate neuropathy. Makes you reconsider that drink, doesn’t it?
![Alcohol makes neuropathy worse](http://viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/shutterstock_730001233-225146_b6f9e6f0-d561-49f1-aa12-a39a4d68ad64_1024x.progressive.jpg?v=1721770497 1x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/shutterstock_730001233-225146_b6f9e6f0-d561-49f1-aa12-a39a4d68ad64_1024x@2x.progressive.jpg?v=1721770497 2x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/shutterstock_730001233-225146_b6f9e6f0-d561-49f1-aa12-a39a4d68ad64_1024x@3x.progressive.jpg?v=1721770497 3x)
Corns On Feet
Foot Corn Corn, also referred to as a "calvus," "heloma," or "focal intractable plantar hyperkeratosis," is a specific type of thickened skin lesion. Corns develop due to repeated mechanical trauma from friction...
![Corns on feet](http://viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Corns-on-feet_20a9abae-c4d4-41bb-a6cf-a87c9b3d34db_1024x.progressive.jpg?v=1716410968 1x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Corns-on-feet_20a9abae-c4d4-41bb-a6cf-a87c9b3d34db_1024x@2x.progressive.jpg?v=1716410968 2x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Corns-on-feet_20a9abae-c4d4-41bb-a6cf-a87c9b3d34db_1024x@3x.progressive.jpg?v=1716410968 3x)
Foot Corn Corn, also referred to as a "calvus," "heloma," or "focal intractable plantar hyperkeratosis," is a specific type of thickened skin lesion. Corns develop due to repeated mechanical trauma from friction...
Edema
Edema refers to swelling resulting from excessive fluid accumulation in body tissues. This condition primarily affects the feet, ankles, and legs but can also manifest in the face, hands, and...
![Edema](http://viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Edema_cf6f690e-699e-4b89-84e0-45567e0a1d5a_1024x.progressive.jpg?v=1715714061 1x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Edema_cf6f690e-699e-4b89-84e0-45567e0a1d5a_1024x@2x.progressive.jpg?v=1715714061 2x, //viasox.com/cdn/shop/articles/Edema_cf6f690e-699e-4b89-84e0-45567e0a1d5a_1024x@3x.progressive.jpg?v=1715714061 3x)
Edema refers to swelling resulting from excessive fluid accumulation in body tissues. This condition primarily affects the feet, ankles, and legs but can also manifest in the face, hands, and...