Are you worried that your child might have a flatfoot issue? Children are usually born with little or no arch, but when they begin to walk, the tissues along the sole tighten and for the arch. When the arch does not tighten, the child may have flatfoot. Depending on the age, development of the feet,…
One of the most commons foot problems that babies and children may experience is an ingrown toenail. This condition, which is medically called onychocryptosis, can occur when toes are injured, toenails are too long, or toenails experience pressure in and down due to tight socks or shoes. Those who inherit toenails that tend to curve…
As your family goes on its next adventure to a water park, make sure you pack (or purchase if you haven’t already) everyone’s water shoes. They may not always be the best looking footwear that you purchase, but they can be very useful for protecting your children’s feet at a water park Consider the many…
The graceful movements and incredible positional achievements of ballet dancers leave us with an impression of beauty and strength. However, behind the elegant and silky ballet shoes hide purple toes and for some, broken bones. It is not uncommon to see more than one injury tucked inside their footwear, including bloody toes, corns, calluses, blisters,…
Your children’s school may have good reason to prohibit beach footwear during the last few months of school. While it is enticing to wear flip flops to stay cool during the summertime, they may not be the best choice for everyday footwear. When it comes to footwear for you and your family, there are important…
Early identification and treatment is best to prevent chronic pain and other further injuries from altering the way you walk. Most can be done at home, but you should consult our board-certified podiatrist, Dr. Brandon Macy, at Clark Podiatry Center for a proper diagnosis and before beginning a treatment plan. The following are some common treatments to ease…
There’s been a news report out of a Chicago TV station suggesting that Crocs are either bad for your feet or should be worn on a limited basis. Click on this to see for yourself: http://wgntv.com/2016/06/06/wearing-crocs-may-be-bad-for-your-feet/ Are Crocs actually bad for your feet? I think not. I’m more inclined to see the report as sensationalism on…
Walking into an athletic footwear store can be quite overwhelming. Do you buy cross-trainers, running shoes, climbing shoes, basketball shoes, cycling shoes, tennis shoes, crossfit shoes, or wrestling shoes? Usually, this can be answered by asking yourself what you would like to do at the gym. You wouldn’t get casual walking shoes if your main…
People with diabetes are more prone to foot problems because they may experience numbness and decreased blood flow. This loss of feeling in the feet can result in small issues that get worse; diabetics may not realize that their feet have cuts, sores, or ulcers and end up not taking care of them promptly. The…
With warm weather catching up to us in New Jersey, it’s time to outfit the kids in their new spring sandals. The ever-present flip flops may seem like economical and fun footwear for this time of year, but it’s best to steer clear for your child’s foot health. We hope this doesn’t end up in a…
