Why Your Mom’s Feet Hurt (and How You Can Help This Mother’s Day)

If you are a son or daughter looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift, notice that your mom has a lot of weight on her shoulders (and feet). Whether she’s the household CEO, a career-obsessed commuter, or a super combo of the two, all that work takes a massive toll on her feet. Here is the breakdown of why her feet are aching and the actionable solutions you can present to her this year, courtesy of us at Podiatry Center of New Jersey.

How Martial Arts Build and Break Your Feet

With the rise of UFC and warrior culture, Martial Arts is one of the fastest-growing sports in the US. And if you’ve ever stepped onto the mats for a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu roll or a Muay Thai sparring session, your feet are the best offense and defense, as they provide the base for your power, the balance for your takedowns, and the impact surface for your kicks. However, the very nature of the sport also puts them in the line of fire for some serious foot and ankle injuries. In today’s post, we at Podiatry Center of New Jersey will evaluate the pros and cons of martial arts for your foot health.

Protect Your Feet When Mowing the Lawn

It’s that time of year again! The grass is suddenly green, and at Podiatry Center of New Jersey, we know that means many of our patients will soon begin the annual spring and summer task of mowing the lawn. Most recent statistics show that 86,000 adults and 4,500 children suffer injuries annually in the U.S. […]

Dealing with a Neuroma

Do you often have the feeling that there’s a pebble in your shoe or that your sock is bunched up under your foot? Perhaps you experience burning, numbness or pain in the ball of your foot. If so, you may have a neuroma, a condition that we see regularly in patients here at Podiatry Center […]

Get Ready to Run

Spring has most definitely sprung and at Podiatry Center of New Jersey we know that means many of our patients will be ready to lace up their running shoes and get outside. Whether you’re starting up a familiar running regimen or trying out this activity to improve your physical fitness there are some steps you […]

Dealing with Corns and Calluses

At Podiatry Center of New Jersey, we find that corns and calluses are a problem that many of our patients have. Below is some information about these common conditions and what to do about them. Your Foot’s Protectors Corns and calluses are similar but different. Both develop as your foot’s protective response to ongoing pressure […]

Are Your Feet Ready for Sandal Season?

With the current chilly March temperatures, we at Podiatry Center of New Jersey know that slipping on a pair of sandals is far from the mind of our patients. Warmer weather will be here in no time, however. If you’re hiding an unsightly foot condition under your heavy socks and shoes, now is the time […]