Money wasted on corrective orthopedic shoes study
University of Iowa orthopedist says hundreds of thousands are spent yearly on orthopedic shoes that do not prevent or correct common foot disorders. He notes barefoot feet are healthier, except for rare conditions like clubfoot, and emphasizes proper fit and growth room in children's shoes.
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Adults buy shoes for eye not foot in fall fashion
Cedar Rapids podiatrist Dr. Robert Caldwell notes a trend toward wood sole and high heel dress shoes for women, which may cause ankle and knee injuries on uneven terrain. Men favor continental classic English slip on leather uppers with crepe or leather soles, while crepe soles offer flexibility and comfort for varied terrain.
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Home Fireproofing for Halloween Costumes and Canned Foods
Q and A from Iowa State Extension Service offers home remedies for flame resistant costumes. Solution A uses boric acid borax and hot water for non rayon fabrics while Solution B uses diammonium phosphate for rayon or resin treated cottons. The column also notes cloudy canned liquid may indicate spoilage but may stem from minerals or starch and advises boiling vegetables before tasting and discarding foaming or off colored foods.
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