We always like to share updates from our friends at Davenport SAF-T Systems and the SAF-T vest, and recently we learned of some exciting notes of progress that we wanted to pass along to our readers. For starters, in December, the team unveiled a new level of fall protection in their working prototype. Fitted to a life-size mannequin, the vest proved that it was capable of sensing a backwards fall and inflating in time to protect the wearer. You can see the exciting test run below. Runner-Up Award The SAF-T vest also took runner up honors at the Walleye Tank, which is a start up pitch competi ..read more

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a common form of arthritis, as estimates suggest upwards of 20 million people in the US have been diagnosed with the condition. Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory form of arthritis where the body mistakenly attacks its own healthy tissues, which can lead to a host of problems. One such issue that can develop as a result of RA is the formation of a bunion. In today’s blog, we take a closer look at why patients with rheumatoid arthritis will want to take extra steps to reduce their risk of developing bunions. The Connection Between RA And Bunion Onset As we ment ..read more

Spring has officially sprung, and that means kids are spending more time outside in the backyard or playing spring sports. If your child is going to be quite active this spring and summer, you’ll want to take a few steps to ensure you decrease the likelihood that they suffer a foot or ankle injury. In today’s blog, we share five tips for protecting your child’s feet during the springtime. Preventing Spring Foot Injuries We hope that your active child will be soaking up some sunshine during the spring season, and you can work to keep your child’s feet healthy by considering these five tips. 1 ..read more

It’s important to work a variety of muscles during athletics and exercise. If you’re only working one group of muscles or one side of your body, some areas may becomes stronger than the other. If this happens in your ankles, you may be at a heightened risk for injury, according to data from a new study. For the study, researchers took a closer look at the ankle strength of a group of Greek soccer plays. Ankle sprains are the most common type of injury among soccer players, and researchers wanted to learn more about some of the factors that contribute to their onset. Researchers did preseason t ..read more

Ankle sprains fell tens of thousands of Americans each and every day, and oftentimes these injuries occur during athletic competition. Because of this, athletes are always looking for ways to help protect their feet from painful sprains. Many assume that an athletic shoe with a higher top will provide additional support to their ankle complex, but is this actually the case? A recent study decided to take a look at whether or not high top athletic shoes helped prevent ankle sprains, and the answer may surprise you. High Top Shoe Study A high top athletic shoe is one where the section around the ..read more

We all want to get our kids medical care when they are sick or injured, but at the same time, we don’t want to be hit with excessive medical bills for issues that we probably could have managed on our own. Knowing when to take your child in for a checkup and when to first try to treat the problem at home is a common concern for many parents, and it’s not always easy to follow the right path. But what are some of the signs that suggest it’s a good idea to bring your child in for a doctor’s visit? In today’s blog, we explain when it’s a good idea to have your child’s foot injury examined by a do ..read more

Although many toe conditions respond well to conservative care, sometimes a surgical procedure is required to address the issue. Surgery can produce great results, but those results won’t occur over night. You’re going to have to put in the work during your recovery in order to restore function in the wake of a surgical procedure, as rest alone won’t get you back to normal. But what are some of the best ways to restore mobility in your big toe after a surgical procedure? In today’s blog, we share some tips on restoring flexibility in your big toe after an operation. Improving Flexibility After ..read more

While dull foot pain may be less annoying than sharp foot pain, it doesn’t mean that you should just try to ignore the problem and hope that it goes away on its own. Dull foot pain could be caused by a number of different issues, but oftentimes these underlying problems respond well to treatment. If you attack it with the right proactive treatment plan, you may be able to end your dull foot discomfort once and for all. In today’s blog, we explore some causes of dull foot pain and discuss your treatment options. Causes Of Dull Foot Pain A variety of foot issues could be causing dull foot pain ..read more

In all walks of life, if you knew trouble was coming, you would take steps to avoid it or mitigate the fallout. The same idea applies to foot and ankle injuries. Many foot injuries have some subtle signs that an issue is bubbling beneath the surface, and if you’re aware of these symptoms, you may be able to intervene before injury strikes. With that in mind, we want to use today’s blog to explore some of the early warning signs of common foot and ankle injuries. Early Warning Signs Of Common Foot Problems We’re going to spotlight some of the symptoms that tend to foreshadow more serious foot i ..read more

If you are set to undergo surgery on your foot or ankle in the coming days, you are probably wondering how you’ll pass the time during your recovery period when you can’t be all that active. Scrolling on your phone for a bit or checking out a new Netflix series is fine, but if you’re looking to unplug a bit and avoid screens, what can you do to pass the time and keep your brain engaged? In today’s blog, we take a look at 10 tech-free ways to pass the time while you’re recovering after foot or ankle surgery. Recovering With Screens If you want to pass the time without staring at a screen after ..read more