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According to a study conducted on 350 people suffering from early rheumatoid arthritis; patients suffering from obesity had records of lower remission percentages and needed anti-tumor necrosis factor (anti-TNF) therapy longer than patients at lower weight levels.
The conclusion was that obese patients require more drug treatment as a result. Elisa Gremese, the author of the study, states “Obesity and rheumatoid arthritis are both on the rise, with devastating effects on individuals and society as a whole. These data reinforce the link between obesity and inflammation, and establish that (weight) is one of the few modifiable variables influencing the main outcomes in Rheumatoid Arthritis. RA affects about one in one hundred people worldwide.
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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<p><img src="/images/rheumatoid-arthritis2.jpg" border="0" hspace="12" width="290" height="163" align="left" />According to scientists, <a href="http://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/oldfashioned-plimsolls-with-flat-soles-are-better-for-kids-feet-8809800.html">old-fashioned plimsoll</a> flat soled shoes are better  for children’s feet than modern trainers. Research shows that the human foot is  designed for long-distance running, but only if the runner lands in the front  part of the foot.</p>

<p>By  wearing plimsoll shoes children are more likely to run in a more natural manner  on the front part of the foot, while cushioned trainers with thick heels makes  it more difficult for young people to use that part of their foot. “If someone  is going to learn to learn to run from first principles let them learn using  their natural equipment as much as possible,” said Mick Northumbria of the  University in Newcastle.</p>

<p>Making  sure your <a href="/patient-education-.html">child’s feet</a> are healthy is crucial to  their overall health and development. Seeking the help of a podiatrist like <a href="/staff.html">Dr.  Howard Hyman</a> of <a href="http://www.thepodiatrycenter.com/">The  Podiatry Center, P.C</a>. could be a benefit to your child. Dr. Hyman will examine your child’s  feet and provide the right care and treatment for them.</p>

<p><strong>What  to Do to Keep Your Child’s Feet Healthy </strong><br /> <br /> Throughout childhood, it is very crucial for  children to have and maintain good health and proper care of their feet. With  good foot health starting at an early age, foot problems and diseases can be  prevented in the future. As children continue to develop so do their feet so  they require different technique of care and maintenance.<br /> <br /> Even though babies do not begin walking until a  later age, their feet should also be taken care of properly:</p>

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<li>Stay away from socks that are too tight  for your baby’s feet. This can cause pain and allow less circulation</li>

<li>Encourage your baby to move their feet  as much as possible so they feel comfortable with them</li>

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<p>When your baby begins to learn how to walk, do not  panic if they are unsteady on their feet. Toddlers are just getting used to the  way in which their feet work so wobbliness is completely acceptable.<br /> <br /> When your child grows out of their toddler years,  here are a few steps they should take to stay with good health within their  feet:</p>

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<li>Practice proper hygiene with them to  prevent fungus and infections</li>

<li>Be observant of any injuries that might  occur</li>

<li>If an injury does occur, get it checked  out by a doctor immediately</li>

<li>Make sure your child is always wearing  shielding and comfy shoes even at play</li>

</ul>

<p>If you have any questions, please feel free to  contact our office in <a href="/office.html">Milburn NJ</a>.  We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot  ankle injuries.<br /> <br /> For more  information on keeping your children’s feet healthy, follow this <a href="/component/content/article/172-what-to-do-to-keep-your-childs-feet-healthy-.html">link</a>.</p>

Researchers in the UK have been able to find a way to prematurely identify rheumatoid arthritis through computer-based modeling. Rheumatoid arthritis is a condition marked by a painful joint inflammation, and is inherited from genetics and nurtured by environmental factors such as smoking.

Through correlating information about the patient’s smoking history and genetic markers taken from blood tests, doctors at the University of Manchester and King’s College London have been able to identify the likelihood of developing the condition. According to Dr. Ian Scott of King’s College, “This is an important first step in trying to develop ways to prevent the onset of rheumatoid arthritis.”

If you are suffering from foot pain and think it might be caused by arthritis, you should seek the care of a podiatrist like as Dr. Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C. Dr. Hyman can examine your foot pain and diagnose any potential conditions.

What Is Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Rheumatoid Arthritis is an autoimmune disorder in which the body’s own immune system attacks the membranes surrounding the joints. As a result, inflammation of the lining and the destruction of the joint’s cartilage and bone occur.

Symptoms

- Swelling & pain of the feet
- Stiffness in the feet
- Pain on the ball or sole of feet
- Joint shift or deformation can occur

Diagnosis

Quick diagnosis of RA in the feet is usually necessary for the podiatrist to treat the area effectively. Your doctor will ask you about your medical history, occupation, and lifestyle to determine what could have triggered the condition. The Rheumatoid Factor Test helps determine if someone is affected by the disease.

Treatment

Treating RA is usually a lifelong process that includes a variety of methods and therapy. Your doctor will prescribe special shoes that help with arch and heel support, and a physical therapist will assist with joint flexibility.

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In the journal PLoS One, researchers have found common wisdom when it comes to flat feet to be scientifically true. The Framingham Foot Study measured foot posture in 3,000 people, finding that people with flat feet were more at risk for overlying toes and conditions such as hammertoe and bunions.

On the contrary, people who possessed high arched feet were less likely to develop these feet conditions; since high arched feet tend to supinate as opposed to pronate. However, the study did not indicate any relationship between foot type and developing plantar fasciitis.

Having flat-feet can lead to complications down the road. If you think you have flat feet you should seek out the care of a podiatrist such as like Dr. Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C. Dr. Hyman will diagnose any foot conditions you may have as well as provide you with a range of treatment options.

What are Flat Feet?

Conditions & Problems:

Having flat feet makes it difficult to run or walk because of the stress placed on the ankles.
Alignment – The general alignment of your legs can be disrupted, because the ankles move inward which can cause major discomfort.
Knees – if you have complications with your knees, flat feet can be a contributor to arthritis in that area.  

Symptoms:

• Pain around the heel or arch area.
• Trouble standing on the tip toe.
• Swelling around the inside of the ankle.
• Flat look to one or both feet.
• Having your shoes feel uneven when worn.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office in Milburn NJ. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot ankle injuries.

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