Get Aligned, hosted by Bryan Scott

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Get Aligned, hosted by Bryan Scott

Welcome to the Get Aligned podcast, hosted by Bryan Scott. During his time in the NFL, Bryan knew just how important it was to take care of his body to prevent injury. Now, Bryan is chatting with different professionals and sharing insight on how taking care of your feet can benefit your overall well-being. Brought to you by Foot Solutions.

  1. 11/22/2023

    S2, Ep.10: Foot Health for Diabetics

    Continuing with our Diabetes Awareness theme for this month, Dr. Richard Kaufman joins the show this week to discuss the importance of foot health for diabetics. Dr. Kaufman is a highly experienced and passionate podiatrist based out of Atlanta, Georgia. He is a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, a diplomat of the American Board of Wound Management, and a diplomat of the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. In this episode, Dr. Kaufmann shares valuable information on how diabetes affects the feet, how podiatrists can help, and common misconceptions around diabetes and foot health. What You’ll Hear in this Episode: What inspired Dr. Kaufman’s career path The type of surgery Dr. Kaufman specializes in  How bunion surgery has evolved over the years How does diabetes affect the feet Why it’s important to pay attention to your foot health as a diabetic Diabetes is the leading cause of non-traumatic amputations How often diabetics should visit a podiatrist to get their feet checked How podiatrists can test for neuropathy  Common misconceptions around diabetes & foot health How Foot Solutions plays a role in helping diabetics New technology that can help diabetics  The joy Dr. Kaufman’s feels from helping people get back on their feet Mentioned in this Episode: Dr. Richard Kaufman  Dr. Richard Kaufman on Instagram American Diabetes Month Foot Solutions To be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Foot Solutions gift card, email Bryan at bryan@footsolutions.com and include Dr. Kaufman’s fun fact. Follow Foot Solutions on Instagram and find all of the show notes on our website.

    35 min
  2. 11/08/2023

    S2, Ep. 8: Diabetes Awareness

    On this episode of the Get Aligned podcast, Bryan is chatting with Christy Prewitt from the American Diabetes Association. November is Diabetes Awareness Month and Christy is sharing with us the importance of raising awareness about diabetes, events that are going on with the ADA this month, and how people can access support and guidance from the ADA if they or their loved ones are affected by diabetes.  What You’ll Hear in this Episode: Christy’s career path and how she ended up becoming a part of the American Diabetes Association  An overview of the American Diabetes Association and its mission during Diabetes Awareness Month The importance of raising awareness about diabetes during Diabetes Awareness Month What’s events are going on with the American Diabetes Association this month How Christy would like to see the American Diabetes Association collaborate with other organizations or healthcare professionals to address the challenges posed by diabetes How can people access support or guidance from the American Diabetes Association if they or their loved ones are affected by diabetes? Future goals & areas of focus for the American Diabetes Association to continue the fight against diabetes Mentioned in this Episode: Christy Prewitt on LinkedIn American Diabetes Association American Diabetes Month Foot Solutions To be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Foot Solutions gift card, email Bryan at bryan@footsolutions.com and include Christy's fun fact. Follow Foot Solutions on Instagram and find all of the show notes on our website.

    13 min
  3. 11/01/2023

    S2, Ep. 7: Common Foot Problems: Metatarsalgia

    Today Bryan is chatting with board certified podiatrist, Dr. Sondema Tarr. Dr. Tarr has a bachelor's degree from the New York Institute of Technology and earned her doctorate of podiatry from Kent State University. After a 3 year surgical residency in Cleveland, Ohio she now resides in Phoenix, Arizona where she opened her own practice, Direct Podiatry Arizona. Listen in as Bryan and Dr. Tarr discuss a very common foot problem: metatarsalgia, what causes it, how to prevent it, and what to do if you are experiencing pain in the ball of your foot. What You’ll Hear in this Episode: What inspired Dr. Tarr’s interest in the field of footcare How Dr. Tarr ended up starting her practice in Arizona Dr. Tarr’s opinion on how high heels affect your foot health What is metatarsalgia? What causes metatarsalgia How to prevent metatarsalgia What to do if you begin experiencing pain in the ball of your foot How custom orthotics can help metatarsalgia What is a metatarsal pad and how can it help? Foot pain isn’t normal and there is help for you Mentioned in this Episode: Dr. Sondema Tarr on Instagram Dr. Sondema Tarr on TikTok Direct Podiatry Arizona Direct Podiatry Arizona on Instagram Custom Orthotics To be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Foot Solutions gift card, email Bryan at bryan@footsolutions.com and include Dr. Tarr’s fun fact. Follow Foot Solutions on Instagram and find all of the show notes on our website.

    18 min
5
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Welcome to the Get Aligned podcast, hosted by Bryan Scott. During his time in the NFL, Bryan knew just how important it was to take care of his body to prevent injury. Now, Bryan is chatting with different professionals and sharing insight on how taking care of your feet can benefit your overall well-being. Brought to you by Foot Solutions.

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