WESTFIELD FOOT AND ANKLE, LLC
Podiatry Blog
Preventing and Treating Foot and Ankle Overuse Injuries
Because they take the weight of all your steps and workouts, your feet and ankles are at high risk for overuse injuries. For that reason, we see lots of runners and athletes come into our Westfield, IN podiatry practice in pain after overdoing it at the gym or during outdoor workouts
How to Tell if Your Ankle is Sprained or Broken
If you notice pain in your foot or ankle, you know that something’s gone wrong. But you can’t always tell if you’re just experiencing a temporary problem, or if you’re facing an injury.
Help! My Feet are Red
Red is a sign of concern, and patients should respond quickly and seek help. This symptom is an indicator that something else is happening within your body, from irritation, poor circulation or infection.
What’s in Your Child’s Sports Bag?
As you’re helping your child pack their book bag — or gym bag, include a few additional items that may help reduce or prevent foot, ankle, and heel pain.
Reminder: Children’s Feet Should Not Hurt
You hear the term “growing pains” quite often, but we’re here to tell you that it’s not okay for your child’s feet to hurt.