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 […]
Basic Foot Care Tips
Have you ever thought about how important your feet are? The foot is made up of 26 bones, 33 joints, and hundreds of muscles, tendons, and ligaments. All of these intricate parts work together to support, balance, and allow us to move in many different ways. The average American walks over 5,000 steps a day, […]
8 Reasons to See a Podiatrist
The feet and ankles are body parts that we use every single day, whether we are walking, exercising, or standing for long hours. Our feet, made up of 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 muscles, ligaments, and tendons, have the important role of supporting our entire body weight and helping us balance. It is […]
Flat feet are Common in Children, The Wayne Podiatrist
Children’s foot care (podo-pediatric) and podiatric health is important to us at Podiatry Center of New Jersey. Whether your Child is at James Fallon Elementary, Schuyler-Cofax Middle School, George Washington Middle School, Wayne Valley High, Wayne Hills High or any of the other Wayne Township schools – our Wayne, NJ podiatry office is here to serve your child’s […]
One of the Most Common Foot Conditions for Kids is…
Believe it or not, a wart! A wart is a growth on the skin caused by a virus. Warts usually spread in places with a lot of children, such as in locker rooms or at the pool. Warts can also spread from children to adults. However, due to a child’s fragile immune system, children have a higher chance […]
Tips for buying shoes and finding a proper fit
Wearing uncomfortable, ill-fitting, or lesser-quality footwear can lead to a host of foot and ankle problems, as well as foot injuries and even foot deformities over time. Use this checklist to make sure you choose the best shoe to head off foot issues before they start: Footwear should have a comfortable, durable design, be made […]
What is Plantar Fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the plantar fascia, the fibrous tissue that runs along the arch of the foot to connect the heel bone and ball of the forefoot. Heel spurs are not the same as plantar fasciitis; however, the two conditions are associated. Since the plantar fascia is subjected to great amounts of impact […]
