At Podiatry Center of New Jersey, we know that all across Hudson, Middlesex, Ocean, Passaic and Union Counties, schools and towns are getting ready for the spring sports season. Participating in a sport has many benefits to children including increasing physical fitness and building self-esteem and leadership skills, as well as improving interpersonal relationships. We […]
3 Common Causes of Peripheral Neuropathy
At Podiatry Center of New Jersey, one condition that we find puzzles our patients when they first experience symptoms is peripheral neuropathy. The signs of this disorder can vary and may include a tingling or burning sensation in the feet or a numbness and decrease in sensation. More troubling is also the potential for sharp, […]
How What You Eat Affects Your Feet
March is National Nutrition Month. At Podiatry Center of New Jersey, we bet that when you hear nutrition the last thing you think about is your feet. Most of us associate diet and nutrition with our weight and possibly the link to certain medical conditions such as heart disease. However, there are several direct and […]
What is a Lisfranc Injury?
At Podiatry Center of New Jersey, we find that many of our patients have never even heard of their Lisfranc joint until it sustains an injury. Below is some information about this type of injury and how it is treated. The Lisfranc joint is found in the center of your foot where the long metatarsal […]
Are You at Risk for Bunions?
A condition that we see patients for frequently at Podiatry Center of New Jersey is bunions. A bunion is a deformity of the toe joint that occurs when the bone moves out of proper alignment and the toe begins to drift toward the adjacent toe producing the telltale bump or bony enlargement at the side […]
8 Ways Diabetic Patients Can Protect Their Feet
Over 25 million Americans are affected by diabetes and at Podiatry Center of New Jersey, we know that this disease can have a significant impact on the health of your feet. Diabetic patients have high blood sugar levels that, if they remain uncontrolled, can lead to difficulties with circulation, immunity, and nerve damage. This leaves […]
Myths about Foot Infections
At Podiatry Center of New Jersey, foot infections such as athlete’s foot, toenail fungus, and warts are among the more common problems we see in our patients. Someone who is diagnosed with a fungal foot infection is frequently surprised to discover that this is the source of the discomfort they are experiencing or the unsightly […]
February is American Heart Month
At Podiatry Center of New Jersey, we know that hearts abound this month but it’s not all for Valentine’s Day. Each February we celebrate American Heart Month. Your heart and feet are intimately connected. Healthy feet enable you to live an active life—a key component in good heart health. Your heart keeps the blood pumping […]
Dos and Don’ts for Keeping Feet Safe During Winter Sports
If you love to ice skate, ski, sled, and snowboard or just enjoy strolling through a snowy landscape then the recent bout of frigid temps and snowstorms is probably making you very happy! At Podiatry Center of New Jersey, we want our patients to enjoy winter sports without harming their feet or ankles. Dos and […]
Why Shoe Fit Matters
At Podiatry Center of New Jersey, we have an important question for our patients: Are you wearing the right size shoe? Believe it or not, as many as 80-90% of people are not! Improperly fitting shoes are one of the primary causes of foot problems. Many common conditions such as flat feet, bunions, ingrown toenails […]