Bunions are a common foot condition, but often people will not seek treatment until they have progressed to a painful and advanced stage. A bunion can develop from excessive pressure in the toe area that eventually shifts the big toe joint out of alignment and causes the big toe to point towards the second toe. […]
Treating Plantar Fasciitis
It is officially spring in the Wayne area and many of us are spending more time outdoors to exercise. Sometimes, despite your motivation, your body may not be able to handle the sudden increase in activity. One resulting condition that we commonly treat here at Podiatry Center of New Jersey is heel pain, which is […]
Treating Hammertoe
There are many podiatric conditions that affect the toes, which like any problem, should be treated at the earliest detection. Hammertoe is a deformity that results in toes that are bent into hammer-like shapes, which are often accompanied by calluses or corns. Hammertoe affects many people with muscle imbalances in their feet and especially those […]
Prevent Falls With the Moore Balance Brace
Do you fall or stumble frequently during walking? Do you feel unsteady on your feet or have weakness in your ankles and feet? Are you afraid of falling? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may have a balance problem whether it’s from arthritis, peripheral neuropathy, or aging. Studies indicate that even […]
Nutrition for Healthy Feet
We often hear nutrition advice about heart, skin, and weight issues, but our diet can be especially important for our feet, which support our weight everyday. There are 26 bones and over 100 ligaments, tendons, and muscles that help us maneuver our way through the day and they all need as many vitamins and minerals […]
High-Arched Feet
Everyone’s feet are different, from toe length, bone structure, to arch shape. We hear a lot about low arches and their associated problems, but there are people who suffer from the opposite: high-arched feet. At Podiatry Center of New Jersey, we treat all types of foot and ankle problems and provide individualized care for patients […]
Do You Have Flat Feet?
The foot has longitudinal and transverse arches that support body weight and aids in shock absorption during walking and other movements. Flatfoot is a condition in which these arches collapse and causes deformities in varying degrees. It affects children and adults and may worsen over time if untreated. Causes Flatfoot can be congenital, or develop […]
Treatment and Prevention for Ankle Sprains
We have all done it before. We are running, playing sports, or walking, and you twist your ankle. It could be a minor twinge, or a serious sprain that leaves you unable to walk. While you wait to see an experienced foot care specialist like Dr. Russell Samofal of Podiatry Center of New Jersey, there […]
Foot Care for Diabetics
When you have diabetes, blood glucose levels in your body increase to high levels. Over time, the body loses the ability fight infections effectively, and other complications such as nerve damage (neuropathy), poor circulation, ulcers, and calluses may develop, especially in the feet. These conditions can worsen quickly due to slow healing, and may become […]
Why Does My Heel Hurt?
It could be after exercising, going to a fancy event, or first thing in the morning when you wake up. When heel pain occurs, it affects your whole body and is one of the most common reasons to see a podiatrist. Since your feet support your entire weight, when there is discomfort, your gait could […]
