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The importance of choosing a urea-based foot cream for healthier feet
Our feet work hard every day, yet they’re often the most neglected part of our body. Dry, cracked heels and rough skin aren’t just unsightly—they can be uncomfortable and even lead to more serious problems, like infections and foot ulcers, if ignored.
Thankfully, urea-based foot creams offer a simple and effective way to keep feet soft, smooth, and healthy. Whether you're dealing with everyday dryness or managing conditions like diabetes, adding a urea-based cream to your routine can make a world of difference.
What is Urea and Why Does Your Skin Need It?
Urea might sound scientific, but it’s actually a natural component of our skin. It helps to keep skin moisturised and healthy by attracting water and breaking down rough, dead skin. This makes it a powerhouse ingredient in foot creams.
Urea doesn’t just sit on the surface—it works deep down to soften hard skin and lock in moisture where it’s needed most.
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The importance of choosing a urea-based foot cream for healthier feet
Our feet work hard every day, yet they’re often the most neglected part of our body. Dry, cracked heels and rough skin aren’t just unsightly—they can be uncomfortable and even lead to more serious problems, like infections and foot ulcers, if ignored.
Thankfully, urea-based foot creams offer a simple and effective way to keep feet soft, smooth, and healthy. Whether you're dealing with everyday dryness or managing conditions like diabetes, adding a urea-based cream to your routine can make a world of difference.
What is Urea and Why Does Your Skin Need It?
Urea might sound scientific, but it’s actually a natural component of our skin. It helps to keep skin moisturised and healthy by attracting water and breaking down rough, dead skin. This makes it a powerhouse ingredient in foot creams.
Urea doesn’t just sit on the surface—it works deep down to soften hard skin and lock in moisture where it’s needed most.
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Understanding and preventing pressure ulcers
Across the UK, over 700,000 people are affected by pressure ulcers each year, at a cost of £3.8 million every day to the NHS1. With an ageing population – as well as increasing prevalence of conditions such as diabetes, heart and kidney diseases, peripheral vascular disease, Alzheimer’s and lower limb oedema – prevention has been more important than ever to reduce waiting lists and improve the lives of those affected.
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We're hiring - Operations Apprentice
Algeos is looking to hire two Operations Apprentices to work within its Operations team on site in Speke, Liverpool. Reporting to the Distribution Manager, the successful candidates will be responsible for ensuring smooth receipt and storage of goods arriving from suppliers and ensure goods are accurately picked, packed and dispatched within our service level agreement timeframes.
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Mattress-turning system could prevent pressure ulcers occurring for those in social care
A White Paper commissioned by Care England has suggested that an innovative mattress-turning system has the potential to prevent pressure ulcers occurring for people in adult social care, while improving their comfort and promoting healing – all while delivering significant cost and resource savings to care providers and the NHS.
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Why does Back Care Matter?
Did you know approximately 1 in 6 people in England have back pain, this includes people of all ages and all causes of back pain. Back pain is a common condition that affects people of all ages and it refers to discomfort, tension, or stiffness in the back area, ranging from mild to severe.
It can be in different regions from the lower back (lumbar region), middle back (thoracic region) and upper back (cervical and thoracic regions). The lumbar region is the most common area for back pain since it supports much of the body’s weight.
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Curing Plantar Fasciitis: A Research-Backed Guide
If left untreated, plantar fasciitis can lead to chronic pain and even affect mobility. This guide delves into research-backed treatments, exercises, and lifestyle adjustments to help manage and cure plantar fasciitis.
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Plantar Fasciitis Exercises with Resistance Band
This exercise is designed to strengthen the small muscles in the foot, helping alleviate symptoms of plantar fasciitis. Regularly incorporating this into your routine can improve foot strength and flexibility.
The video below illustrates the exercise perfectly from NHS Ayrshire & Arran.
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The Ultimate Canoe Challenge - Zoe's Place
On Saturday 28th September, Team Algeos is taking on an incredible challenge for our charity of the year Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice. This event will see teams paddling their way along the Leeds through to the Liverpool Canal, which is an amazing 22 miles. Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice supports babies and young children who have complex illnesses or disabilities from birth to age five. They work to ensure that very unwell children can enjoy the best possible quality of life and supporting their families throughout their journey.
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World Sepsis Day: Addressing Sepsis Risk in Diabetic Patients
Diabetic patients face a higher risk of sepsis due to slow-healing wounds and infections. Early detection through neuropathy testing and using off-loading cushions or advanced insoles like Levabo Heel Up can prevent ulcers from turning into severe infections. Proper foot care, daily inspections, and hygiene are crucial.
On World Sepsis Day, let’s focus on protecting diabetic patients through proactive care and education to reduce the risk of life-threatening sepsis.
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Algeos joins forces with Venn Healthcare to expand UK reach for Storz Medical devices
Leading lower-limb care supplier, manufacturer, and distributor, Algeos, has announced its strategic partnership with Venn Healthcare – the UK & Ireland’s largest supplier and distributor of non-invasive medical systems. The new collaboration will focus on expanding the reach of Storz Medical shockwave therapy devices across the podiatry and physiotherapy sectors, helping both businesses grow their customer bases and bolstering the profitability of healthcare specialists across the country.
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Children's Insoles: Helping Young Feet
Insoles can be an effective solution, providing essential support and guidance for developing arches and improving overall foot alignment. This guide will offer an in-depth look at kids insoles, helping you make informed decisions for your young patients or children.
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Mastering Workshop Machinery
Workshop machinery is the variety of machines and tools that are used in workshops, typically for manufacturing, construction, or repair work. The different machines are designed to perform specific tasks such as cutting, shaping, drilling, grinding, and assembling materials like wood, metal, plastic, and composites.
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Futureproofing the Podiatry Workforce
With an ageing population, decline in student podiatrists, and tightening healthcare budgets across the UK, the podiatry sector is facing significant barriers as an allied health service.
There are currently between 10,000 and 14,500 registered podiatrists across the UK, a number that – according to Statista – has fallen dramatically since the previous year. This is of particular concern when you consider the ageing population along with the prevalence of conditions that have specific impact on lower limb care.
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How to Fix Flat Feet - Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Flat feet, medically referred to as pes planus or fallen arches, occur when the arch of the foot collapses, resulting in the entire sole making contact with the ground. While this condition is often asymptomatic, it can lead to discomfort, pain, and other complications, especially if it alters the body’s alignment.
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How Investing in Quality Insoles can save your Shoes
Insoles are more than just a layer of cushioning inside your shoes. They play a crucial role in providing support, absorbing shock, and distributing pressure evenly across your feet. They can also help to alleviate common foot issues such as plantar fasciitis, arch pain, and heel spurs. By providing the right support, insoles can prevent the excessive wear and tear that often leads to the premature breakdown of your shoes.
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Slimflex Orthotic Insoles Range Explained (2024)
Among the various prefabricated orthotic options available, Slimflex stands out as a versatile and effective solution. Slimflex orthotics are designed to be used straight out of the box or easily modified with additional orthotic components, such as metatarsal domes, valgus pads, and orthotic wedges.
This flexibility makes them an excellent choice for both practitioners and patients seeking a reliable and adaptable foot orthotic solution.
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Understanding Diabetic Foot Conditions
Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions worldwide. One of the lesser-known but significant complications of diabetes is the development of foot problems. Diabetic foot conditions can lead to severe consequences, including amputation if not properly managed.
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Gait Analysis – Made Simple
Over a lifetime, the average person walks a distance equivalent to circling the Earth three and a half times. Biomechanically, the feet play a crucial role in maintaining the overall health and function of the body. The way a person moves, whether walking or running, is known as gait. Gait can be divided into different phases, each corresponding to a specific stage of the walking cycle. Gait analysis involves breaking down the gait cycle and investigating the condition and function of the foot at key points.
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How to Use Kinesiology KT Tapes
Kinesiology sports tapes, often seen adorning the bodies of athletes, have grown in popularity for their potential to aid in injury recovery and performance enhancement. These colourful tapes, with their distinctive patterns, are not just for show. They serve various functional purposes that can benefit anyone from professional athletes to everyday fitness enthusiasts. Here’s a guide on how to use them effectively.
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How Night Splints Help and Treat Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain, affecting both active individuals and those who spend a lot of time on their feet. It is characterised by inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot, connecting your heel bone to your toes. This condition can cause significant discomfort, especially during the first few steps in the morning or after periods of rest. Fortunately, there are effective treatment options available, and one of the most effective, yet often overlooked, is the use of night splints.
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How to Use Exercise Balls During Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a time of immense physical change, and maintaining an exercise routine can be beneficial for both the mother and the baby. One versatile tool that can aid in pregnancy exercises is the exercise ball, also known as a stability ball or birthing ball. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to use exercise balls effectively during pregnancy.
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5 Ways to Prioritise your Well-Being during World Well-Being Week
This week is World Well-Being Week, which is a global initiative to promote and raise awareness of the importance of wellbeing. This week-long celebration takes place every year during the last week in June, with different organisations and communities hosting events and initiatives to support this cause,
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FAQs - Diabetic Foot Ulcers
There are currently an estimated 4.8 million people in the UK living with diabetes. Of that cohort, approximately 10% will develop a diabetic foot ulcer. To help you understand and prevent these issues, we've compiled a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) about diabetic foot ulcers.
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Ankle Weights and Physical Conditioning (2024)
Ankle weights are a valuable tool for enhancing physical conditioning, offering benefits such as improved muscle strength, endurance, and cardiovascular fitness. They provide an effective way to increase the intensity of workouts, making them a great addition to any fitness routine.