If you’ve noticed a painful bony bump on the back of your heel, there is a chance you have developed Haglund’s Deformity, also commonly called “pump bump. With proper treatments provided by an experienced foot care specialist, you can find relief from heel pain! What causes Haglund’s Deformity? This condition often results from repeated pressure […]
Damaging Effects of High Heels
It’s no surprise that high heels cause pain and discomfort, but that doesn’t prevent people from wearing them for style, fashion, and special occasions. But how bad are they for our bodies? How do they affect your feet and ankles? The following areas are most affected by wearing high heels: Feet – Excessive pressure on […]
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 […]
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 […]
5 Tips for Preventing Frostbite This Winter
The winter is officially here and it is full of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors through engaging in winter sports or playing in the snow. Despite the fun, the cold temperatures can take a toll on our bodies, especially our extremities, so it is important to protect our feet to prevent conditions like frostbite. Frostbite […]
How to Prevent Foot Pain While Holiday Shopping
Black Friday is coming up in a few days, which means millions of people will be venturing out to wait in lines and race from store to store for holiday shopping. Getting amazing deals is something to take advantage of, but it’s no surprise that long ordeals of waiting and shopping can take a toll […]
Kids Can Have Arthritis Too
World Arthritis Day marks the beginning of Bone and Joint Action Week! More than half of Americans over 18 are affected by bone and joint conditions, which often lead to chronic pain and physical disability. The goal of Bone and Joint Action Week is to bring awareness to the host of musculoskeletal diseases that affect […]
Preventing Football Injuries
Football season has officially started! The very popular high-contact sport is known for causing many injuries, both in the pro and amateur leagues. In fact, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, a whopping 396,495 people were treated in hospital emergency rooms across the US in 2015 for football injuries. Sports related foot and […]