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Shoes are worn to protect the feet. Many working environments call for extra attention to be paid to the type of shoes that are worn during the workday. This is crucial in keeping the feet safe, as they can be exposed to dangerous circumstances. These can range from falling items to slipping on spills. Additionally, many people stand for the majority of the day, and this can put stress on their feet. Foot fatigue is common after a day’s work, and it is helpful if it is addressed. It may happen as a result of wearing shoes that do not fit well, which may cause the foot muscles to become tired. Research has indicated that lacerations, sprains and punctures account for about 10 percent of disabling injuries. The severity of these injuries may be reduced when boots are worn that have a steel toe. If you are interested in learning more about foot protection during the workday, it is suggested that you confer with a podiatrist who can answer any questions you may have.

While working on the feet, it is important to take the proper care of them. For more information about working on your feet, contact one of our podiatrists from New York. Our doctors will treat your foot and ankle needs.

Working on Your Feet

Standing on your feet for long periods of time can cause stress and pain in your feet. Your whole body may experience change in terms of posture, back pain, bunions, callouses and or plantar warts. There are ways to avoid these conditions with proper foot care, smart choices and correct posture.

Positive Changes

Negative heeled shoe – Choosing this shoe type places the heel slightly lower than the ball of the foot. These are great for overall foot health. Find shoes that fit you correctly.

Go barefoot – Our feet were not designed to be enclosed for all hours of the day. Try to periodically expose your feet to air.

Eliminate Pain

Foot Exercises – Performing simple exercises, incorporating yoga and doing stretches are beneficial. This will allow increased blood flow to the area and muscles of the foot.

Achilles tendon – Stretching the foot out flat on the floor will relax the calf muscles and tendon. These exercises can be performed almost anywhere. Make sure you add these exercises to your daily regimen. 

With a little bit of this information and knowing more about foot health, you will notice changes. Foot stretches and proper footwear will help with pain and prevent further issues.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact one of our offices located in Ozone Park, and Manhasset, NY . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.

There is an intricate process that occurs between bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments that allow people to stay on their feet and move through a variety of activities with grace and efficiency. The study of how the feet work and move and why they might not function properly is referred to as foot biomechanics. The bones in the different parts of the feet are connected by joints that allow a balance of stability and mobility. The arches of the feet act as natural shock absorbers and distribute forces exerted on the feet during movement. The muscles in the feet and lower legs work together to aid propulsion. By understanding the biomechanics of how the feet work and move, valuable insights can be used to improve footwear design.  Also, helpful interventions and treatments can be developed to improve foot health, enhance athletic performance, and prevent injuries. If you would like to learn more about the biomechanics of the feet and how it can help you specifically, it is suggested that you make an appointment with a podiatrist to discuss this matter further.

If you have any concerns about your feet, contact one of our podiatrists from New York. Our doctors can provide the care you need to keep you pain-free and on your feet.

Biomechanics in Podiatry

Podiatric biomechanics is a particular sector of specialty podiatry with licensed practitioners who are trained to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the foot, ankle and lower leg. Biomechanics deals with the forces that act against the body, causing an interference with the biological structures. It focuses on the movement of the ankle, the foot and the forces that interact with them.

A History of Biomechanics

• Biomechanics dates back to the BC era in Egypt where evidence of professional foot care has been recorded.
• In 1974, biomechanics gained a higher profile from the studies of Merton Root, who claimed that by changing or controlling the forces between the ankle and the foot, corrections or conditions could be implemented to gain strength and coordination in the area.

Modern technological improvements are based on past theories and therapeutic processes that provide a better understanding of podiatric concepts for biomechanics. Computers can provide accurate information about the forces and patterns of the feet and lower legs.

Understanding biomechanics of the feet can help improve and eliminate pain, stopping further stress to the foot.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact one of our offices located in Ozone Park, and Manhasset, NY . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.

For a marathon or long distance runner, the feet play an extremely important role. For this reason, attention to the type of footwear that is chosen is paramount. One of the first concerns is the support and cushioning that is needed. Shoes that are too minimal in these aspects may cause excruciating pain after running 26.2 miles. Some shoes can be too stiff, and others not stiff enough. Arch support and cushioning are two concerns that must be addressed when buying running shoes. If your arches hurt, it may be wise to consider having custom orthotics made by a podiatrist to counteract this problem. Gel inserts are another option. Performing a series of foot exercises may help maintain good health of the soles of the foot and preventing plantar fasciitis. Rolling the foot over a tennis ball, or frozen water bottle, performing toe splay exercises, and rotating the ankles also may help. This can be followed by soaking the feet in a warm foot bath with Epsom salts. For help with foot pain of any sort after running a marathon, it is suggested that you make an appointment with a podiatrist. 

All runners should take extra precaution when trying to avoid injury. If you have any concerns about your feet, contact one of our podiatrists of New York. Our doctors will treat your foot and ankle needs.

How to Prevent Running Injuries

There are a lot of mistakes a runner can make prior to a workout that can induce injury. A lot of athletes tend to overstretch before running, instead of saving those workouts for a post-run routine. Deep lunges and hand-to-toe hamstring pulls should be performed after a workout instead of during a warmup. Another common mistake is jumping into an intense routine before your body is physically prepared for it. You should try to ease your way into long-distance running instead of forcing yourself to rush into it.

More Tips for Preventing Injury

• Incorporate Strength Training into Workouts - This will help improve the body’s overall athleticism
• Improve and Maintain Your Flexibility – Stretching everyday will help improve overall performance
• “Warm Up” Before Running and “Cool Down” Afterward – A warm up of 5-10 minutes helps get rid of lactic acid in the muscles and prevents delayed muscle soreness
• Cross-Training is Crucial
• Wear Proper Running Shoes
• Have a Formal Gait Analysis – Poor biomechanics can easily cause injury

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact one of our offices located in Ozone Park, and Manhasset, NY . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.

A foot corn is a patch of hardened, dead skin on the foot that develops from repeated friction or rubbing. This can happen from wearing tight shoes, spending a prolonged time standing, problems with the shape of your foot or toe bones, or an abnormal gait. Over time, a corn may become raised, and it can become painful to wear shoes and walk. It is common to get a corn on the side of the pinky toe, which can become inflamed, irritated, and uncomfortable. The center of the corn will look like a white spot. As time passes, the corn can appear red, brown, or black from continuous irritation and it can become infected. If you have developed a corn on your pinky toe, you can try soaking the affected foot in warm water so that the skin softens and the dead skin starts to come away from the toe. After soaking and drying the foot, you can try to gently rub the corn with a pumice stone to file off the dead layers of skin. This may take repeated treatments. You can try cushioning the corn with a medicated corn pad which can help dissolve the corn. However, if these at-home treatments do not resolve the corn, it is suggested that you see a podiatrist who can shave or remove the corn so that it has less of a chance of recurring.

If you have any concerns regarding your feet and ankles, contact one of our podiatrists of New York. Our doctors will treat your foot and ankle needs.

Corns: What Are They? and How Do You Get Rid of Them?
Corns can be described as areas of the skin that have thickened to the point of becoming painful or irritating. They are often layers and layers of the skin that have become dry and rough, and are normally smaller than calluses.

Ways to Prevent Corns
There are many ways to get rid of painful corns such as wearing:

• Well-fitting socks
• Comfortable shoes that are not tight around your foot
• Shoes that offer support

Treating Corns
Treatment of corns involves removing the dead skin that has built up in the specific area of the foot. Consult with Our doctors to determine the best treatment option for your case of corns.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact one of our offices located in Ozone Park, and Manhasset, NY . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.