Over a ten year span in the NFL (2002-2011) there were over 30,000 injuries. These injuries take a toll when it comes to growing older. Most athletes know the repercussions of playing football. They know that it is a full contact sport where people get hit very hard some of the time. But do they know how it will affect their body when they retire? A Washington Post survey of retired NFL players found that “nearly nine in 10 report suffering from aches and pains on a daily basis, and they overwhelmingly – 91 percent – connect nearly all their pains to football.” That is a very big portion of players dealing with pain. Let’s look at some more of these statistics and what they should do for their pain management.
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3 Ways to Prevent Developing Sores from Diabetic Neuropathy
Sores from Diabetic Neuropathy
These people are at an increased risk of developing sores from diabetic neuropathy on their feet that can lead to major health issues. In fact, diabetic foot complications are the leading cause for hospitalization and leg and feet amputations for those with diabetes.