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 […]

Choosing the Best Basketball Sneaker

With the NCAA’s March Madness well under way, there is currently a lot of focus on basketball! Many fans not only like to watch the game but also participate in the sport themselves. Like all sports, it is important to have the proper footwear to minimize injuries, so here is a guide to choosing the […]

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 […]

Warming Up for Exercise

The beginning of the year is a time when podiatrists see a rise in patients complaining of foot or ankle pain as they make a resolution to be more active. Many of these injuries can be prevented through proper warm ups and stretches. It is especially important during this time of year when it is […]

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 […]

Treating Achilles Tendinitis

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, […]

Preventing Sports Injuries

When you are involved in sports, there is always risk for injury. We at Podiatry Center of New Jersey see many common injuries such as ankle sprains and fractures, Achilles tendinitis, shin splints, and plantar fasciitis. Even though preventing all injuries is not possible, there are many ways to ensure you minimize the chances. Warm […]

Running and Foot Pain

As it is getting warmer in the New Jersey area, more people are taking advantage and exercising outdoors. One of the most popular ways to exercise is through running, especially since it doesn’t require special gear and can be done wherever you are. However, the repetitive movements involved with running can often lead to stubborn […]

Benefits of Orthotics

April is National Foot Awareness Month so it’s an ideal time to think about your foot health and foot care. One important aspect of foot care is prevention of foot and ankle problems, which can be done not only through diligent foot inspections, stretching, and wearing proper shoes, but also through the use of orthotics. […]