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While summer is the perfect time for outdoor fun, the change in activity levels and footwear can sometimes lead to unexpected aches. The good news is that you can stay active and keep your feet strong by choosing activities that naturally promote the foot health we at New Jersey Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons Group love to see.
If you have ever dropped something heavy on your foot or felt a sharp snap during a workout, your first instinct was probably to check if you could move your toes. When you realize you could still wiggle them, you might have breathed a sigh of relief and told yourself it couldn’t possibly be broken.
When you stub your toe the pain is sharp and immediate. But what happens when the pain stays high, and your toe starts looking a little strange? We at New Jersey Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons Group are here to help you distinguish between a stub, a break, and everything in between.
The Truth About Heel Striking While Running Heel striking is the way your foot contacts the ground while running, specifically, when your heel is the first point of impact. While it’s the most common gait for recreational runners, it is also one of the most debated topics in podiatry. Understanding how a heel strike impacts…
4 Winter Foot Infections and How to Spot Them Winter foot issues aren’t only about ankle sprains, slips, and falls from shoveling. They can also be about the moisture and heat we trap against our skin as we attempt to keep ourselves warm… and how that can lead to a sneaky foot infection. Here is…
4 Reasons Why Your Toes Can’t Stop Tingling Ever feel like your toes are… vibrating? That numb, pins and needles sensation in your toes is a complaint we at New Jersey Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons Group hear all the time from patients. While everyone gets it occasionally after sitting cross-legged for too long, chronic tingling…
December Activities to Strengthen Your Foot Health We at New Jersey Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons Group love the winter, because foot health is just a little more important. Why? Because it’s easy to let your fitness slide when the weather turns cold, even though the stiffness can make foot and ankle pain easier than a…
5 Factors That Influence Your Foot Health Our feet are the hardest-working parts of our bodies, but we rarely think about them until they start to ache (unless you’re part of our team at New Jersey Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons Group). You see, our feet aren’t in good standing all the time, and it takes…
While shoes, lifestyle, and injuries play a big role, genetics provide the initial blueprint for us at New Jersey Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons Group to understand your feet and ankles.
What is Podiatry? Podiatry is a specialized field of medicine dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, disorders, and injuries of the foot and ankle. As members of the N.J.P.P.S.G., we understand the connection between your foot health and your overall wellbeing, which is why we strive to keep you active and healthy.
