The human foot is one of the most complex areas of the body, even if it doesn’t look it at first. There are twenty-six bones in the foot, about a quarter of the bones that make up your entire body. And that’s not to mention joints, tendons, ligaments, more than 100 muscles, blood vessels, or …
Tips and Tricks for Healthy Summer Feet Your feet and ankles are vulnerable to injuries and other common podiatry problems like athlete’s foot year round, but the time spent at the pool or walking around on hot city sidewalks in open sandals can make summer especially rife for foot problems. As with most health problems, …
Do you prefer wedges, sneakers, or stiletto shoes? Believe it or not, your choice of footwear has a direct impact on your health and well-being. The wrong shoes can lead to foot and ankle pain, sore muscles, and even injuries. A recent study showed that incorrectly sized footwear may contribute to foot disorders and pain. Furthermore, …
Continue reading "Treat Your Feet: The Best Summer Shoes Your Feet Deserve to Experience"
Though nearly all babies are born with flat feet, about 20% of children do not develop arches in their feet as they get older. In some cases, this corrects itself by the age of 9 or 10. But if flat feet persist in older children, professional flat feet treatment will likely be required in order to prevent …
New Jersey offers many exciting marathon opportunities for running enthusiasts. Today we’re going to discuss several important factors to consider when choosing footwear. 1. Don’t Run a Marathon in a Pair of New Shoes Like all good marathon runners will tell you, steady wins the race. Turning up on marathon day wearing a pair of brand-spankin’ new …
Fortunately, you don’t have to let flat feet keep you away from your favorite activities or relegate you to a life of aches and pains. Let’s examine the phenomenon of flat feet, from their causes and effects to the many options you have for managing the condition. Causes and Effects of Flat Feet To understand …
Continue reading "Don’t Let Flat Feet Lower Your Quality of Life"
When you’re 50 and older, sometimes self-care goes to the side and that includes neglecting your feet. From going full speed ahead and focusing on your career to taking care of grandchildren or spending time with your spouse, it’s easy to overlook your foot health when there are so many tasks to complete on your …
There are several factors that can increase your risk, such as the shape of your arch or even heredity. But in some cases, foot pain and deformities like bunions often come down to spending too much time in that favorite pair of high heels, or ill-fitting shoes that might look good but offer little support …
Continue reading "Are Your Favorite Shoes Putting You at Risk for Bunions?"
This painful inflammatory joint condition has traditionally been thought of as a “rich person’s disease” for its associations with rich food and strong drink — but the truth is more complex. Gout can affect anyone, and when it does, it commonly strikes the joints of the toes and feet. Let’s examine this debilitating ailment’s causes …
Here are a few essential tips and tricks for everything from finding the best shoes, to recovering from long runs and doing your best on the big day. Runner’s Feet: Safety Tips for Marathon Training Like any sport, especially one as physically demanding as training to run (or walk) a marathon, one of the first …
Continue reading "Tips and Tricks to Keep Your Feet Healthy Through Marathon Training"
