Physical therapy is often thought by many people to be most effective after surgery or during recovery from an accident. However, there are many ways that physical therapy protocols can be added to regular health and exercise regimens rather than just in severe situations. The correct use of stretching and flexibility exercises can mitigate and […]
Try These Top Two Tips for Happy Feet
Keeping your feet happy and healthy often depends on some relatively simple steps that can have a huge effect on keeping your feet in tip-top shape. Here are 2 tips for happy and healthy feet: Wear proper shoes with good arch support— Have your walking gait analyzed by your foot doctor to determine if you […]
Poor Foot Nutrition
Many diseases that affect the feet and ankles are caused by inflammation of the tissue, bones, ligaments, and tendons. This reaction can be exacerbated when certain foods are included in your diet, increasing the likelihood of developing inflammatory conditions such as plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, arch pain, and arthritis. Some foods that can contribute […]
Happy Feet Tips for Summer
With summer vacations, adventures, and getaways in full swing keeping your feet protected from the heat and avoiding injuries can help make your summer a success. Here is a reminder list of some fairly common sense ideas for keeping your feet healthy and happy throughout this summer season: Choose supportive shoes—Try to avoid flimsy flip […]
7 Tips to Avoid Nail Fungus
With summer weather in full swing, walking around barefoot or with sandals on is a great way to show off your beautiful feet. Unless of course you are cursed with fungal toenails, and infection that can result in thick, yellow, brittle and even stinky nails. The cause of this nail infection is actually a microscopic […]
Preparing for a Marathon
There are many reasons why people sign up for marathons. Often for a personal challenge, a healthier lifestyle, from inspiration by friends or family, or for an important cause. No matter what the reason, preparing for a marathon may seem like a daunting and challenging task, especially if it’s your first. Luckily, there are many […]
Foot & Ankle Exercises for Seniors
Each year, over 2 million seniors end up in the emergency room for injuries related to falling, which often result in fractures, sprains, and other potentially serious injuries. Therefore, it is important to incorporate strengthening exercises to help with your balance to avoid tripping and falling. Regularly incorporating the following foot and ankle exercises into […]
Tips for Preventing Foot Infections in the Winter
People usually think of the summer as a time for foot infections like athlete’s foot or nail fungus, but foot care can often be overlooked in the winter as feet are hidden away in footwear. However, the layering of socks in winter boots can often lead to sweaty, moist feet, which is an ideal environment […]
Step Into the New Year With a Focus on Foot Care
Happy New Year! The New Year comes with many New Year’s resolutions that revolve around fitness, whether it’s losing weight or incorporating regular exercise into your routine. As a result, the beginning of the year is often met with foot and ankle injuries because people want to dive right into exercise. In order to prevent […]
Winter Foot Care Tips for Healthy Feet
In just a couple of weeks, as the holiday celebrations continue, winter will officially be here. In the New Jersey area, that could mean plenty of cold temperatures and snowfall. No matter how busy the holiday and winter season may be, it is important to take care of your feet to maintain your foot health! […]