Tips for Running Outdoors

Are you thinking about starting up running, or are you an indoor runner ready to venture outside? Running as a beginner can seem daunting, but with these tips you can overcome the initial challenges of running outdoors and avoid injuries and unrealistic expectations! Go slow – Whether you’ve been running on treadmills or running for […]

Foot & Ankle Exercises for Seniors

Each year, over 2 million seniors end up in the emergency room for injuries related to falling, which often result in fractures, sprains, and other potentially serious injuries. Therefore, it is important to incorporate strengthening exercises to help with your balance to avoid tripping and falling. Regularly incorporating the following foot and ankle exercises into […]

Best Shoes for Bunions

Shoe shopping can be a time-consuming and exhausting activity if you’re not sure what exactly you are looking for. Walking into a shoe store only to be met with too many options and pushy salespeople can make the experience overwhelming as well. However, shoes are extremely important for your daily activity and foot health, so […]

Gout: Sudden Joint Pain

Have you ever gotten sudden and intense pain in a joint in your foot? It could be gout, a type of inflammatory arthritis that is caused by a buildup of uric acid in the blood stream. How does gout develop? When uric acid is formed as a result of the body breaking down purines, it […]

Common Winter Foot Injuries

The winter tends to be a busy time for podiatrists in the New England area due to many common injuries that occur as a result of cold, icy, snowy weather. 25,000 people sustain ankle injuries each day, many as a result of slipping and falling on ice. Read about the common injuries and ways to […]

Relief for Cracked Heels

The winter weather often leads to dry, parched skin that can be unsightly and uncomfortable. Your heels are especially susceptible to cracking, especially if you have diabetes, calluses or other skin conditions. Home remedies are usually enough to improve cracked heels, but severe conditions and those who have diabetes should consult with a foot care […]

What to Know About Super Bowl 2017

Superbowl Sunday is one of the most popular and anticipated sporting events of the year and this year is no different. On February 5th, the NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas will be hosting the event and over 100 million viewers are expected to watch. Facts about this year’s Super Bowl LI: Each year the number […]

Who Needs Custom Orthotics?

It’s common to see all types of generic shoe inserts at shoe stores and pharmacies, but have you ever wondered about custom orthotics? Podiatry practices like Podiatry Center of New Jersey offer patients with custom orthotics to help with a variety of foot and ankle issues, from short-term trauma recovery to chronic heel pain. Find […]