In Japan, dressing up from toe to toe Aug 5, 2008
And one in every three women over the age of 20 suffer from some degree or symptom of a condition known as hallux valgus," or bunions, "when the big toe is deformed and is twisted inward. " Domoto works at a reflexology clinic in the Aoyama district and treats many "young women who come in dragging their feet in pain. (International Herald Tribune)
Kneecap problems most common Nov 14, 2007
Females tend to have a little bit wider pelvis (for childbearing purposes), and they tend to have more valgus or knock knees. The upper part of their tibia (shin bone) tends to be a little bit more bowed (proximal tibial vara). (Auburn Citizen, NY)
What are Bunions ? Mar 28, 2007
Bunions can be caused by friction from footwear rubbing over a big toe joint that is misshapen in some way e.g by a hallux valgus or a benign growth called an exostosis on the first metatarsal bone. Women are more often affected by bunions because they are more prone to wearing tight fitting and high heeled shoes which can put pressure on the toes. (Suite101.com)
Small Bone Innovations, Inc. Solidifies Management Team With Key Additions and Promotions Sep 8, 2006
Ms. Pflieger is also the author of ``Use of the Arthroereisis Implants for Treatment of Pediatric Pes Valgus'' published in Podiatric Products, May/June 1997 issue. SBi Chairman and CEO Anthony G. Viscogliosi, commenting on the new management team, said, ``In my more than 20 years of work in the world of global orthopedics, I have not seen a more experienced, well-rounded, dedicated and talented management team focused on the small bone and joint market. (Primezone Releases)
Washington diaryDealings with the US health industry prompt a midlife crisis Jun 22, 2006
" She recommended I check out an internet talk show called Life Beyond Bunions. I didn't know whether to feel flattered or flattened. *bunion: medical condition known as hallux valgus. Origin early 18th century, unknown origin, perhaps Old French buignon, from buigne, bump on the head (Oxford English Dictionary) MATT FREI'S WASHINGTON DIARY MOST E-MAILED Dutch fans given shorts for match How to write your CV In pictures: Stonehenge sunrise Net students 'think copying OK' Urban change for rural... (BBC News -- Americas)
