Don't Let Foot Pain Derail Your Fun: How To Care For Your Bunions This Summer

Now that summer is here, you might think that you’re going to be avoiding bunion pain and discomfort. Unfortunately, that’s not necessarily true, especially if you’re going to be spending a lot of time on your feet this summer. The added pressure on your feet, coupled with the heat, can lead to some seriously uncomfortable moments for your feet. To help you avoid problems with your bunions this summer, here are four tricks you need to try.…

Overpronation: What You Can And Should Do About It As A Runner

When you take a step, your ankle should roll ever so slightly inward to absorb some of the shock of that step. However, many people’s ankles roll too far inward with each step. This is known as overpronation, and while it may not be an issue if you’re just walking around for your everyday routine, it does become an issue if you’re a runner who is pounding out the miles. Overpronating while you run puts unnecessary strain on the tendons and ligaments throughout your legs and can increase your chances of overuse injuries like IT band syndrome and compartment syndrome.…

3 Tips for Caring for Your Feet While Christmas Shopping This Year

A full day of Christmas shopping puts you on your feet for several hours, which can lead to heel pain, arch pain, blisters and other foot-related problems that require care from a podiatrist. Unless you plan to shop exclusively online this year, it’s useful to put an emphasis on taking care of your feet as you tour the malls in the suburbs and the specialty shops downtown. Thinking about your feet will allow you to get everything checked off your to-do list without having to add one more entry—make an appointment with your local podiatrist.…

Preventing Osteoarthritis After A Stress Fracture In Your Ankle

As much as 70 percent of all cases of osteoarthritis in the ankle are thought to be caused by past trauma to the joint, and the more extensive the injury, the more likely arthritis is to occur. While some cases of broken ankles require immediate medical treatment and are therefore caught early, stress fractures can build up over time and may end up doing more damage in the long run. Catching this type of fracture early and developing a comprehensive care plan is essential to lower your risk of arthritis in the following decades.…

Take Care Of Your Feet In These Ways When You Work As A Food Server

Working as a server in a restaurant can be a physical challenge because of the amount of time that you spend on your feet. During a standard shift, you might actually never get a chance to sit down if the establishment has a constant flow of customers. This can leave your feet tired and sore at the end of the day and potentially even lead to long-term issues. If you’re currently experiencing foot pain, schedule a checkup at your local podiatry clinic.…

3 Effective Ways to Manage Your Plantar-Fasciitis Pain

If you’re like most people who are living with the pain of plantar fasciitis, you are likely always looking for effective treatments options to use in addition to those offered by your doctor and physical therapist. Luckily, there are quite a few things you can do at home to improve your condition as time goes on. Consider implementing the following two methods into your life. Practice Yoga Regularly While practicing extreme yoga poses that put a lot of weight on your feet can exasperate pain due to plantar fasciitis, practicing gentle yoga poses that relieve muscle tension and stretch the fascia is an excellent way to ease your pain and minimize the chance of the pain recurring as time goes on.…

Careers In Which You Should Visit A Podiatrist Regularly

Many people can benefit from scheduling regular checkups at their local podiatry clinic; just like seeing your doctor and dentist, visiting a podiatrist is valuable for staying healthy. However, there are some individuals for whom seeing a podiatrist is paramount. For people who spend the bulk of their workday standing up, for example, a podiatrist can ensure that they aren’t putting themselves at risk of foot issues that could end up keeping them at home and affecting their livelihood.…

Thinking Of Starting A Walking Regimen? Why You Should See The Podiatrist First

Whether you have a substantial amount of weight to lose, or if you just want to become more active in your daily life, walking is a great way to get in your exercise.  Walking can improve your mood, as well as help you prevent or manage various conditions.  However, although it may seem that walking is an exercise that you can simply get up and and start doing, it may be a better idea for you to see the podiatrist first.…

Four Ways To Combat Running Injuries

Whether you run every day to stay fit or you are training for a marathon, injuries can be a major roadblock to your fitness routine. Your podiatric sports medicine specialist can help you to deal with conditions that impact your feet and ankles, but there are a few things you can do on your own to combat running injuries. Here are just a few options to consider. Arch Supports Putting your feet in the right position for running can help to fight the effects of runner’s knee, shin splints, and a range of other injuries while making your daily runs more comfortable.…

Two Conditions That May Cause Foot Pain

Human feet are arguably the most overworked part of the human body, and sore feet at the end of the day aren’t uncommon. When they seem to be causing pain more frequently, though, it’s time to visit the podiatrist to see what’s going on. Here are two conditions that can cause pain in the feet. Athlete’s Foot Most people think of athlete’s foot as just a common, irritating skin rash between the toes, but athlete’s foot can actually cause more severe symptoms in some people.…