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Fungal Foot Infections Surge in Men Who Wear Loafers without Socks
Many men run a risk of contracting feet fungus, and foul odor when it comes to wearing trendsetting loafers without socks, according to experts. The look, which celebrity figures Ryan Gosling and Jude Law favor is causing a dramatic rise in bad foot odor and cases of athlete’s foot.
Recent surveys which Daily Mail reports show sales of products to remedy these foot ailments have bolstered over ten percent. Pharmacist Omar El-Gohary states that he’s received a steady flow of inquiries regarding customers asking about how to minimize foot odors when wearing shoes without socks. “People should use cotton over nylon, and make sure these are changed daily to avoid a build-up of bacteria,” said El-Gohary.
Anyone is susceptible in attaining Athlete’s foot, but can be easily avoided following the right preventative care and treatment. A podiatrist like Dr. Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C. will be able to determine your condition and follow the appropriate treatment options for foot care needs.
Athlete’s Foot
Athlete’s foot is a very contagious form of fungus, which can infect persons usually resulting in itching, burning, dry, and flaking feet. Treatment is often difficult, because of its contagious and reoccurring nature. Tinea pedis is the fungus which causes athletes foot, and is found to survive in moist humid areas.
Common places found:
-shower floors
-public changing areas -locker rooms
-Gyms
-bathrooms
-public swimming pools
-socks and shoes
-dormitory style houses
What is Tinea Pedi?
Is the same fungus which causes ringworm, and is known to be spread by direct contact of the infected body part. Or infection can spread by touching other objects and body parts which have been exposed to the fungus. Tinea Pedi is mostly found on the feet, because it is the ideal place for it to thrive on.
Treatment & Prevention
Because of its reoccurring nature of tinea fungus and athletes foot, the best way to treat this condition is with prevention. By taking the necessary precautions such as:
-Wear flips-flops or sandals in locker rooms and public showers.
-Use powders t keep your feet dry
-Keep your feet exposed to light and cool air
-Treating athletes foot with special creams/sprays
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Famous Singer Gets Bone Popped Back Into Foot after Injury
The Voice coach and singer Jessie J broke her foot two years ago, but still is enduring the excruciating aftermaths of her injury. The celebrity just visited a physical therapist to pop the bone in her foot back into the right place. Jessie J also underwent the ramifications of reconstructive ankle surgery she had two years ago.
Back in 2011, Jessie J was forced to perform at Glastonbury sitting in a gilded throne, as her left foot was in a surgical boot following that ankle break in early June. The singer went extensive reconstructive surgery, receiving a bone transplant and fusion, then had metal fittings and plate into her foot. Jessie J continued to wear high heels, even after doctors warned her to take it easy. “Come on foot. I believe in you. Pop back in and behave! Ouch!” said Jessie J.
It is important to carefully consider all treatment options before choosing a surgical treatment. If you are experiencing foot or ankle pain and are considering surgery, you should see a podiatrist like Dr. Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C understands how crucial foot surgery is before making adjustments and getting back into the game. With Dr. Hyman’s help, your injury can be evaluated properly and the right treatment options can be provided for you.
When is Foot Surgery Needed?
Foot surgery is usually required in events where regular therapy has proven to be ineffective. Surgeons often use foot surgery as a last resort because of its invasive nature. In many cases physical therapy, medication, rest, exercise, and casts can help to heal a foot injury.
However, sometimes you may need to have surgery done without ever having an injury. Foot surgery can correct a birth defect or deformity or be used for reconstructive purposes. Foot surgery is designed to improve the quality of your feet and to help you return to your daily life.
In extreme cases where the foot cannot be saved, or is beyond repair and is hinders the health of nearby parts of the body, amputation may be a necessary. However the main goal is to save the feet, making such options a last resort.
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Even Celebrities Develop Foot Problems from Improper Footwear
Stars like Kim Kardashian and Julianne Moore love to wear high heels and stilettos, which places excessive strain and pressure on their feet. This improper footwear is not only uncomfortable even for celebrities, but can provide them with severe problems with their feet down the road.
Kardashian was seen wearing a pair of stilettos, revealing the 32-year-olds swollen ankles. Moore attended the Cannes Film Festival Opening Ceremony as she walked down the red carpet with tight fitting heels revealing her poking pinky toes on the corners of her feet. Celebrities like many people don’t seem to mind leaving their heels, to opt for more comfortable appropriate footwear.
It is important that the right shoes are worn for protection and guard against pain and discomfort. A podiatrist like Dr. Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C. can make recommendations on how to care and find shoes that fit you, as well as help you with any foot pain you might have experienced from wearing ill-fitting footwear.
Proper Foot Care Leads to Better Health
Long periods of standing often times lead to pain and discomfort around the feet. Every day the body undergoes a series of stresses, especially during work. To minimize these stresses on your feet, better shoe choices and proper posture will significantly help.
Better Choices
A Negative Heel
- This is where the heel is slightly lower than the ball of the foot.
Going Barefoot
- Having your feet crammed into shoes for long periods of time increases pressure. Giving your feet some exposure to air and walking barefoot helps tremendously.
Exercise Your Feet
- A foot workout helps correct movements and stimulates the blood flow and muscles of the feet.
Foot Care
Spending a majority of the time on your feet will most likely trigger pain; even more so if you suffer from poor circulation. Proper footwear and appropriate stretching will alleviate pain and prevent further issues. When your feet hurt, it is best to take care of them right away.
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Brett Anderson Unable to Play On the Field Due To Stress Fracture
The Oakland Athletics seem to not have good luck on their side. Brett Anderson, Oakland’s well-known pitcher has been hurt and is expected to be out for some games for assessment of his injury. A recent CT scan has revealed that the athlete suffered a stress fracture.
The 25-year-old left handed pitcher is currently on a 15-day disabled list with a sprained right ankle. According to the reports, Anderson continues to feel soreness on his right ankle during pitching and fielding practice. Last season, encountered more trouble when he sat out majority of the season due to being in recovery after a surgery he had.
Dealing with a stress fracture, like Anderson’s can be a painful endeavor. Treatment and recovery can be aided with the help of a podiatrist, like Dr. Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C. Dr. Hyman can help by examining the stress fracture and determining the best course of treatment.
Coping with Podiatric Stress Fractures
Stress Fractures occur on the foot and ankle when muscles in these areas weaken as a result of overexertion or underuse. As a result, the ankles and feet lose support when walking or running from the ground. Since these bones are not protected, they receive the full impact of each step. The stress on the feet causes the bones to form cracks.
What are Stress Fractures?
Stress Fractures are very common among those who are highly active and involved in sports or activities that make excessive use of their legs and feet. Stress fractures are especially common among:
-athletes (gymnasts, tennis players, basketball players)
-runners/joggers
-osteoporosis patients
-those who engage in high-intensity workouts
Stress Fracture Symptoms
Pain from the fractures occur in the area of the fractures, and can be either constant or periodic. The pain is usually sharp or dull, accompanied by swelling and tenderness. Engagement in any kind of high impact activity will exacerbate the pain.
Treating Stress Fractures
- Set a routine regimen for any activities that involve running
- Choose footwear that provides good support
- Take bone-healthy supplements (Vitamin D, Calcium)
- Surgery with supportive pins around the ankle
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Young Runner Goes Barefoot to Test Theory
Brendan Mitchell will be participating in the Noosa Ultimate Sports Fest by testing barefoot running for his new book “The Shoe Conspiracy.”
Film Students from the Queensland School of Technology have teamed up with Mitchell to put this theory to the test. “I just want people to sort of realize we can’t take everything at face value because a shoe salesman says you need a $500 pair of shoes, said 19-year-old Mitchell.” After running the event, Mitchell said his feet felt okay and was not complaining of any injuries.
Allowing your body time to adjust properly to barefoot running is essential, and part of this preventative care involves talking to a podiatrist like Dr. Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C Dr. Hyman can advise you on a running regimen, as well as provide information on techniques of barefoot running to help avoid foot pain, heel pain, and injury.
Barefoot Running
Barefoot Running Impact
-Running without shoes changes the motion of your running
-Running barefoot requires landing be done on the front part of the feet as opposed to the heel
Barefoot Running Advantages
-Running and landing on the front feet reduces the impact on the knees and ankles
-It strengthens muscles in the feet and ankles and the lower legs.
-Balance of the body is improved
-Greater sensory input from the feet to the rest of the body.
Barefoot Running Disadvantages
-No protection while running resulting in cuts and bruises if the runner lands on something sharp.
-Blisters may form.
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Change up Your Shoes to Avoid Athletes Foot
According to Deepashri V. of PostNoon.com, wearing the same shoes on a continual basis may increase the risk of athlete’s foot and fungal growth.
Deepashri suggests allowing your feet to breathe in warm weather by wearing open shoes. Also, refrain from wearing thick socks so your feet stay more sanitary and hygienic. “It is very common. Every fourth or fifth person has it. It is very common in those with diabetes and people who always wear shoes, resulting in lack of air circulation to the feet” said Dr. Sunitha Sekhar Reddy, dermatologist at ADI clinics.
Anyone is susceptible in attaining Athlete’s foot, but can be easily avoided following the right preventative care and treatment. A podiatrist like Dr. Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C will be able to determine your condition and follow the appropriate treatment options for foot care needs.
What is Athlete’s Foot?
If you suffer from itching, burning, dry, and flaking feet, this may be a sign of athlete's foot. Athlete's foot, also known as tinea pedis, can be extremely contagious, and it often infects shower floors, gyms, socks and shoes, and anywhere else feet may come in contact with. It is commonly found in public changing areas and bathrooms, dormitory style living quarters, around locker rooms and public swimming pools. This condition can also be prevalent in "commons" areas in prisons and residential care facilities.
Solutions to Combat Athlete’s Foot
- Hydrate your feet by using lotion
- Exfoliate
- Buff off nails
- Use of anti-fungal product
- Examine feet and visit your doctor if any suspicious blisters or cuts are present.
What is Tinea?
- Athlete’s foot is often caused by the same fungus that causes ringworm (tinea).
- Tinea can invade other parts of the body as well, if the proper thriving conditions for it are met.
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Small Heels Are Recommended Over Flats
People are eager to store away their winter boots and trade them in for their spring sandals and flats now that spring is in the air. On top of this, everyone is looking forward to discovering shoes that properly fit their feet.
However, the shoes that retailers sell have been proven to be dangerous for some shoe-goers; causing problems like tendon injuries and foot pain. In the spring people should always wear a shoe that has a two-inch platform and no more than a three-inch heel, according to Kenneth Leavitt, chief of podiatric medicine at New England Baptist Hospital. “Flat shoes stress the Achilles tendon and cause extensive pronation or flattening of the feet,” Leavitt explained. “Surgery is sometimes warranted for severe, chronic foot pain to fix it.”
It is important that the proper shoes are worn for protection against pain and discomfort. A podiatrist like Dr. Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C can make recommendations and help you with any foot pain you might have experienced from wearing ill-fitting footwear.
The Importance of Proper Foot Support
Walking is an everyday function for both men and women, and in order to keep your body’s balance in order, you are going to need shoes that provide the proper kinds of support.
Poor foot support can cause pain and discomfort in the lower back, hips, knees, neck and shoulder. It also can lead to emotional stress, and physiological changes in the body. In order to avoid these problems, you must have proper foot support.
The arch is the most important part of the foot, which is where most of the support and balance of your feet lies. The arch of your foot varies in height, and as you age, this height can change. Proper foot support will help musculoskeletal issues, which causes inactivity or disability.
Shoes to Consider:
- Good heel and arch support
- Have proper length and width for your feet
- Avoid tight/cramped shoes
- Have many eyelets –will give feet better support when the laces are tied
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Children’s Feet Made Priority at Sanford Event
At an event in Sanford, NC; 60 children received shoes donated by New Balance and Aetrex and their parents a free lesson on the importance of proper footwear. According to founder of FootCentric and physical therapist Pat Pande, the importance of healthy feet is often overlooked.
“We want to get kids (proper footwear) while they’re young and before they destroy their feet,” Pande commented, “You’d be surprised how many kids have bad feet by 6 or 7 years old.”
The event was sponsored by FootCentric, and one of a series of events held at least twice per year across the state.
It is very important to keep children’s feet safe and healthy, so be sure to have their feet regularly checked by a podiatrist such as Dr. Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C. Dr. Hyman can diagnose any injuries as well as provide treatment options that work for you and your child.
Keeping Children's Feet Healthy
Having healthy feet in childhood can help prevent medical problems later in life, namely in the back and legs. As children grow, their feet require different types of care from birth to school-age.
Although babies do not walk yet, it is still very important to take care of their feet.
- Avoid putting tight shoes or socks on his or her feet
- Allow the baby to stretch and kick his or her feet to feel comfortable
As a toddler, kids are now on the move and begin to develop differently. At this age toddlers are getting a feel for walking, so don’t be alarmed if your toddler is unsteady or ‘walks funny’. Be sure the child wears comfortable and protective shoes so that they can grow into their feet properly.
As your child gets older, it is important to teach them how to take care of their feet
- Show them proper hygiene to prevent infections such as fungus
- Be watchful of any pain or injury
- Have all injuries checked by a doctor as soon as possible
- Comfortable, protective shoes should always be worn, especially at play
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Properly Fitted Shoes Vital To Foot Health
Selecting the right pair of shoes to exercise is crucial in improving your health and fitness. Choosing footwear that is poorly sized can lead to conditions such as shin splints, according to Hilda Scott of ITech Post. "Symptoms include pain along the inner border of the shin bone of aches and stiffness" said Scott. "In severe cases, muscle tightness, swelling, redness and lumps may occur in the area of pain".
When shopping for the right exercise shoes, select shoes with the best wiggle room, arch support and shock absorption. Additionally, the shoes should have approximately 3/8 to 1/2 inch of space between your longest toe and the end of the shoe.
Wearing properly fitted exercise shoes can serve to prevent injuries and adverse conditions to your legs and feet. Dr. Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C can help size your feet and provide recommendations on the best exercise footwear for your feet so they remain healthy and can provide care should you develop any foot problems.
Getting the Right Shoe Size: How To Keep Your Feet Happy
Are your shoes the right size? Many people are walking around with ill-fitting shoes. Picking the right shoe size is not rocket science, but there are a few things to remember when selecting your next pair.
• Make sure your toes are not cramped
• Be able to wiggle your toes
• There should be one inch between your toes and the shoe's tip
Most shoe stores and department stores have rulers for measuring your feet, and these can give you an exact size. Be sure to measure with your shoe on. Measuring your foot will give you a different size than your shoe. If you do measure your foot size, you will need to add 1-2 inches to get the proper sizing.
If your shoes are not properly sized, you can experience:
• foot pain
• knee pain
• blisters
• swelling
Don't assume that you will always wear the same size in a shoe. Often manufacturers size shoes differently. The size you wear with one company may not be the same as the size you wear with another.
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Jennifer Hudson’s Weight Loss Helps Minimize Pain and Wear Heels
Actress and singer Jennifer Hudson seems to be talking about Weight Watchers a lot these days. The truth is according to Hudson, it’s helped her achieve her goals and lose weight drastically. One area that has led to a positive change, is her painful feet due to her once obese weight frame. “Normally, I would take off my shoes off on the red carpet because my feet hurt so bad. And it was the weight. But now that’s all I’m wearing. It used to be flats, now it’s all heels. So, that’s a drastic change, said Hudson in a HuffPost Celebrity interview.
Experts on the illness blame excessive eating and drinking for the increase in those prone to obesity. There are many risk factors for gout other than alcohol and foot consumption and those include: high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Your feet are an important part of your body, and if you think you may have sustained a foot injury or developed a foot illness due to weight you should seek out the care of a podiatrist such as Dr. Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C. Dr. Hyman can diagnose your injury as well as provide you with treatment options that work for you.
Obesity and your Feet
Since your feet are what support your entire weight when standing, any additional weight can result in pain and swelling.
Problems & Complications
Extra Weight – Even putting on just a few extra pounds could create serious complications for your feet.
Diabetes – People who are overweight are at serious risk of developing type-2 diabetes, which has an impact on your feet.
Plantar fasciitis – Pressure and stress that is placed on muscles, joints, and tendons can trigger this, which is an inflammation of tissue along the bottom of the foot.
Solutions
Footwear – Specially made footwear that supports your joints, arches, and ankles, and allows room for good circulation is a great option to mitigate pressure and pain.
Orthotics – These special inserts are inserted into shoes to absorb shock and also support your arches to keep your feet properly aligned.
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Ankle Sprain Affects NBA Superstar
San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker injured his left ankle in the third quarter against the Sacramento Kings after coming down on his leg awkwardly. Parker needed to be helped up off the court and into the locker room, transferring the burden onto Manu Ginobili. Although the team is making it into the playoffs with or without Parker, this leaves the San Antonio Spurs without their superstar player.
Athletes can miss important games as a result of ankle sprains as in the case of Tony Parker. Ankle sprains should always be treated no matter what. If you have sprained your ankle, seek the aid of a podiatrist like Dr. Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C to ensure the injury is properly evaluated and appropriate treatment options are given.
How Ankle Sprains Occur
Ankle sprains take place when ligaments are stretched or torn beyond their capable limits. There are multiple ways that the ankle can become injured; including something as simple as walking. Ankle damage can happen from walking on uneven terrain or losing one’s footing.
What are the Symptoms?
- Skin Discoloration
- Bruising
- Swelling
- Limited Mobility
How to Care for my Ankle at Home?
Self-care for ankle sprains includes keeping it propped up and elevated, remaining off your feet and applying ice packs as needed. Wrapping the ankle with an ACE bandage and taking over-the-counter pain relievers can also be helpful. The most important step is to avoid placing further stress to the affected area.
Preventing a Sprain
- Wearing occasion-appropriate shoes
- Stretching before exercises and sports
- Knowing your body’s limits
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Bone Grafts Serve to Treat Arthritis
Crane driver and sports enthusiast Brian Girdwood has struggled with arthritis in the joints for six years. “Years of boxing, rugby and marathons in the Army were taking their toll,” said Girdwood. Painkillers and other treatments seemed to have no effect, according to Girdwood. That was until he was offered surgery to remove a small amount of bone from elsewhere in the body and fuse the bones in his neck together to stop them from grinding against each other. Editor Carol Davis states bone fusion is often used to cure some of the wear and tear in the spine and ankles, or for deformities such as hammertoes. For Brain, the benefits have been positive, having his bones fused, and now being able to move his head without fear of pain.
If you are experiencing foot pain and think it might be caused by arthritis, you should seek the care of a podiatrist like Dr. Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C is experienced in treating patients with foot pain caused by arthritis, and can provide you with a proper diagnosis to determine if your foot pain is in fact caused by arthritis.
Arthritic Foot Care
We walk approximately 75,000 miles in the average lifetime, putting a great deal of stress on the 26 bones and 30 joints that we have in our feet. Our feet lose flexibility and elasticity as we get older. Our shock absorbers weaken, and if arthritis occurs, the joints become inflamed and distorted. Arthritic foot care and treatment is crucial when this happens.
Take care of your feet by wearing footwear that is well-fitted. Certain conditions can develop when you wear shoes that don’t fit properly; such as hammertoes, neuroma, and bunions. Wearing shoes that have a lower heel and extra room in the shoe can help your feet be comfortable. In cases of rheumatoid arthritis, the arch in your foot can become problematic. Buying shoes with adequate arch support helps; especially those that contour to your foot.
Alleviating Arthritic Pain
Specific exercises may help prevent further pain and injury and increase your mobility.
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New Study Shows Running Surface May Determine Type of Foot Strike
A recent study published in Footwear Science shows that the surface underfoot plays a major role in foot-strike determination. Results showed that only 20% of subjects landed on their midfoot or forefoot, on a soft surface. While on a hard surface the percent increased to 65%.
According to UMass running biomechanics group, a study they conducted also showed most test subjects switched to a mid- or forefoot strike on the hard surface when running on hard surface versus soft EVA foam like material. Researchers believe runners tend to be forefoot strikers due a mechanism to “reduce pain.”
The biomechanics of the foot, ankle, and lower leg are essential to understanding the proper functioning of the lower leg and foot. If you suspect a problem with your biomechanics and believe it is causing foot pain, ankle pain, or walking instability, it is recommended to see a podiatrist, like Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C for immediate consultation, care, and treatment options.
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 structure and 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 to the area.
Modern technology improvements are based on past theories and therapeutic processes providing a better understanding of podiatry concepts for biomechanics. Computers provide accurate determinations about the forces, moments and patterns of the foot and lower legs with the most important information captured.
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Toenail Fungus Can Be Prevented Easily
Although there is no denying that feet are an important part of the body, they are a part that is often neglected. Toenail fungus is one problem that can occur if the feet are overlooked, a problem that can be both uncomfortable and embarrassing. Luckily, there are steps that can be taken to prevent getting a fungal infection. Too much moisture can contribute to getting such an infection and an easy way to combat this problem is to change your socks, select natural fibers for socks and shoes, and to let shoes dry out enough in between wears.
There may be steps to avoid getting fungal toenails, but no step guarantees that this condition will never be a problem. If you are suffering from fungal toenails you should seek the care of a podiatrist such as Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C. Dr. Hyman can examine your feet and work with you to provide the appropriate treatment options to ensure safe foot recovery.
Toenail Fungus Treatment
Toenail fungus is a problem which affects many people and is hard to get rid of. Fortunately, there are several methods to go about treating toenail fungus.
Antibiotics & Treatments
Lamisil – is the most common treatment. It is available as an antibiotic Terbinafine tablet and cream. Terbinafine is a chemical component which kills fungal growth. Applying regular doses will gradually kill the fungus.
Talcum powder – applying powder on the feet and shoes helps keep moisture away.
Sandals or open toed shoes – wearing these will allow air movement and help keep feet dry.
Alternative Treatments
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