As podiatrists, we at Your Next Step know that Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations can take a toll on your feet. From hours of standing and dancing to navigating crowded streets in less-than-ideal footwear, your feet may be feeling the aftermath throughout this week. However, we’ve got you covered in today’s timely article on how […]
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Why Does Running Hurt My Feet? Common Causes of Foot Pain for Runners
Running is a fantastic way to stay active and improve your fitness, but it can also put a lot of stress on your feet. If you’re experiencing foot pain while running, you’re not alone. Many runners, both novice and experienced, encounter foot discomfort at some point. Today, we at Your Next Step will explain […]
The March of Time: How Your Feet Change with Age
Our feet carry us through life, literally. But like the rest of our body, they don’t remain static. They undergo significant changes as we age that affect foot structure, function, and susceptibility to various podiatric conditions. At Your Next Step, we understand these changes and account for them when taking care of our older […]
What to Learn from Basketball Figure Lavar Ball’s Foot Amputation
Foot amputation is a significant surgical procedure that removes a portion or all of the foot. Recently, we’ve learned that Lavar Ball, famous basketball father to NBA players LaMelo and Lonzo Ball, had his foot amputated after a “serious medical issue.” Known to be outspoken, lively, and a former athlete himself, Lavar’s foot loss […]
How Foot Deformities Impact Sports, Activities, and Life
Foot deformities such as bunions, hammertoes, and flat feet can be more than just a cosmetic concern. The pain, discomfort, and injury risk of these structural abnormalities can significantly affect your ability to participate in sports and life activities. However, at Your Next Step, we are well-versed in working with our patients’ foot deformities […]
What Your Child’s Foot Growth Can Reveal About Their Health
Your child’s foot growth could be a strong indicator of their overall health, providing insight into their development, nutrition, skeletal health, and more. This can reveal a surprising amount about their well-being, from their growth trajectory to potential underlying medical conditions. At Your Next Step, we consider pediatric foot growth while examining podiatric issues, […]
How Your Pet is Affecting Your Foot Health
We consider our pets a part of us, which is why we don’t typically think about how they affect our foot health. However, we at Your Next Step are here to tell you that pets can pose both risks and benefits to your feet. In this article, we’ll explain how dogs and cats can […]
Shredding the Slopes Safely: Foot and Ankle Injuries in Skiing and Snowboarding
According to Kenver, skiing and snowboarding are some of the most popular sports in the USA, accounting for over 10.5 million people participating in the 2020-2021 season. However, we at Your Next Step want to educate you on the potential risks of slope sports. Read on to see how you can enjoy your time […]
Wait, Did I Sprain My Ankle or Break My Ankle?
A “broken” ankle is a term tossed around lightly nowadays. It could mean everything from losing balance while guarding a shifty basketball opponent to the pain you feel after a sudden misstep. But did you actually break your ankle? Or is it just a sprain? While both involve the ankle joint and can cause […]
Is Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome the Reason for Your Mystery Ankle Issues?
You may have heard the term “double jointed” before or even thought of yourself as having extra flexible joints. But for many people, having truly flexible joints is a debilitating condition. Today, we at Your Next Step are talking about Ehler-Danlos syndrome (EDS), its effects on the feet and ankles, and how we, as […]