page 4 kitsapweek Friday, June 15, 2012
Above, younger makers observe a custom-made steam whistle during the MiniMaker Faire, June 10, just outside the door of the Seventh-day Adventist School. Below, robotics, including actual robots like the one created by Chris Stone, were on display inside the school.
Chet Doughty of Port Orchard demonstrates his hands-free model helicopter flying program June 10 at the MiniMaker Faire. Doughty hacked a Microsoft Kinect, allowing him to control the helicopter with his movements. Photos by Kipp Robertson / Kitsap Week
An owl crafted out of metal was one of many maker items on display at the second MiniMaker Faire.
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Dr. David M. Gent
D.P.M. METATARSALGIA Often called the “ball of the foot,� the metatarsal area is located on the bottom of the foot just below the toes. This area can become inflamed and painful, which is a condition called metatarsalgia. Sometimes it affects the whole ball of the foot, and other times it involves just the portion under the big toe. Too much pressure over a long period can cause the condition, and it often occurs because a person wears ill-fitting shoes, high heels or other dress shoes that do not give the toes enough space. High-impact activities without proper footwear can also contribute to the condition. Your podiatrist can suggest foot inserts or prescribe orthotics to remedy the situation. New patients welcome and seen on the same day. Early & late appointments available. Most insurances accepted.
Kitsap Foot and Ankle Clinic 900 Sheridan Road, Suite 101, Bremerton
360.377.2233