If you are an athlete or just an active person, the health of your feet and ankles is vital to your participation in the sports you love. Follow our podiatrist’s blog to get injury prevention tips and to find out when you should see a podiatrist for heel, foot, or ankle pain. Staying informed will keep you on your feet.
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Advoid Overuse Injuries With These 8 TipsOveruse injuries, such as plantar fasciitis or stress fractures occur in many sports and even walking. Here are our top 8 tips to avoid an overuse injury.
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Avoiding Footwear Fumbles When Exercising or Playing SportsBut exercising in the wrong footwear can cause more harm than good, especially because foot health is integral to overall well-being.
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6 Tips to Protect Your Child in Fall SportsIf your children are playing sports this fall, pay attention to six tips that could protect them from serious ankle injuries.
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Heel Pain in Youth Athletes: A Warning SignDr. Taral Shah advises that when a child complains of heel pain, it should be diagnosed promptly because it may be a warning sign of a serious foot problem.
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Healthy Feet Make the Best Dancing FeetMost dance injuries can be treated with conservative care if addressed early and not ignored, but if left untreated, may require surgical intervention.
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Road vs Treadmill RunningWhether you prefer to run on the treadmill or out on the road, everyone has their own preference on how they like to get in their miles.
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Avoid Pain and Raise Your GameIf you participate in a certain sport at least two to three times a week, you should wear sport-specific shoes to avoid pain and other foot injuries.
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Common Running InjuriesAs spring is coming into full effect, the thought of going for a run sounds more appealing, but you should beware of common running injuries.
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Runners: Fit Feet Finish FasterAll types of runners can improve their performance by keeping their feet in top condition and taking steps to control foot problems common in runners.
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Spring: Ankle Sprain SeasonSpring is sports season for many amateur athletes in the South Jersey area. It's also ankle sprain season for the doctors at Cornerstone Foot & Ankle.