We often forget how much we rely on our feet and ankles in our everyday movements until we have an injury and can feel the pain and discomfort. Our ability to jump, run, and walk relies heavily on our Achilles tendon, which is the large tendon behind our heel that attaches to the calf muscles. […]
Preventing Injuries in Young Gymnasts
This year’s Rio Olympics was an incredibly inspirational event, especially for those who watched the American gymnastics team dominate for gold both as a team and as individuals. In recent years, gymnastics has soared in popularity and as a result, more and more younger individuals are practicing this very demanding sport. According to Gymnastics Rescue, […]
How Pregnancy Affects Your Feet
Pregnancy is a beautiful, transformative, and life-changing event. Along with the emotional changes and anticipation that come with experiencing a pregnancy, there are many physical changes that occur aside from the obvious growing belly. One of the most common problems that pregnant women experience is pain or discomfort in their legs and feet. What is […]
Preventing Plantar Fasciitis
Heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis requires rest and can be slow to heal without the proper treatment. It is a condition that is especially common in runners and other athletes who engage in repetitive motions that apply excessive pressure on the arches. For many athletes, it can become a condition that rears its ugly […]
Common Foot and Ankle Injuries in Children
Podiatrists like Dr. Russell Samofal at Podiatry Center of New Jersey, located in Passaic County, see many children with foot and ankle problems that can arise especially from athletic activities. The following are some of the most common injuries. Acute injuries – those that occur usually as a result of a fall or sudden pressure […]
5 Common Summer Foot Problems
Summer is in full stride here in New Jersey, and that means people are experiencing hot days and hopefully enjoying a vacation! Summer is prime time for swimming, beaches, barbecues, and plenty of opportunities to show off your feet, but it is also when there is a dramatic increase in foot and ankle problems. The […]
Flatfeet in Children
You’re watching your toddler take his or her first steps, and you are consumed with pride and joy. As he or she practices walking, perhaps you notice that the arches of the feet lay flat against the ground. You look at your own feet and start to worry because your toddler’s feet do not have […]
In-toeing and Out-toeing
As parents, you love watching your baby grow up into a toddler and seeing all of the developmental changes that happen. One of the most exciting moments is to witness your baby taking his or her first steps. It is normal for their small feet and bodies to take some time to master walking, and […]
Tips for Proper Foot Development in Children
When babies are born, the bones in their bodies are still flexible and take years to become fully developed. That is why in the early years it is important to follow these tips to ensure proper foot development so that other problems can be avoided. Before your baby is walking, allow plenty of opportunities for […]
What is Diabetic Neuropathy?
Diabetes can cause problems throughout the body, but the feet are subject to a lot of damage and complications. One of the most common conditions that diabetics experience is neuropathy, which is nerve damage resulting from abnormal glucose levels. Symptoms of Diabetic Neuropathy Neuropathy can manifest in a number of ways: Tingling Burning, shooting pain […]