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How to Find Marathon Running Shoes

March 12, 2015

The first step of any full or half marathon training should be finding proper support for your feet with great running shoes. Use this guide to find shoes.Learn More

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: runner's gait, shoes; running shoes; marathon; shoe fit
Article - 1 Minute Read

Supportive Shoes: Shoe Buying Tips for Athletes

September 9, 2014

Review this infographic to help choose your next pair of shoes for your favorite physical activities and to learn the benefits of each type of shoe.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: arch, basketball, field, hiking, running, shoe fit, sports, walking
Article - 5 Minute Read

Traveling with Sensory Processing Issues

April 2, 2024

Sensory-friendly travel requires extra planning, more packing considerations, and calling ahead. Here's how you can avoid sensory overload on your next trip.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Discovery
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Benefits of Walking: How a Daily Walk Can Improve Your Health

March 12, 2024

Taking a daily walk has so many physical and mental benefits. Learn the top 10 reasons, backed by research.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Discovery
Article - 2 Minute Read

Why Knowing Your Accurate Weight Is Important

January 19, 2024

Knowing your actual, accurate weight is important to keeping track of your overall health. Learn some tips for how you can get an accurate reading.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Discovery
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: My Child Won’t Share

December 25, 2023

My child won’t share. Is it a real problem or just a part of growing up? Pamela Schoemer, MD, what parents can do.Listen Now

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast

Tagged with: Discovery
Article - 3 Minute Read

One Woman’s Recovery at UPMC Lititz: ‘You Feel Like You Belong’

February 4, 2024

Discover Christine’s inspiring recovery journey as she found a sense of belonging at UPMC Wound and Hyperbaric Center in Lititz.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: UPMC Stories

Tagged with: Affinity, Specialty
Article - 5 Minute Read

What Causes Foot Arch Pain?

March 12, 2024

Plantar fasciitis, flat feet, posterior tibial tendonitis, and Achilles tendonitis can all cause foot arch pain.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics

Tagged with: Discovery, Specialty
Article - 3 Minute Read

Finding Relief for Back Pain During Pregnancy

August 25, 2023

During pregnancy, your uterus expands and your weight and hormone levels change – shifting your center of gravity and weakening your abdominal muscles. These changes can affect your posture and put extra strain on your back.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth

Tagged with: Discovery, magee