The US national physical activity guidelines recommend 150 minutes of moderate activity or 75 minutes of vigorous activity each week with additional muscle-strengthening exercise for adults and 60 minutes a day for children. It is interesting to think about the way fitness and exercise has been viewed over the course of modern decades. At one…
Continue reading…How foot and ankle concerns change with age
Have you noticed that you aren’t as spry as you were in your youth? Perhaps you are experiencing foot or ankle pain that is different from anything you have experienced before. Maybe you are undergoing a life change that is forcing you to re-examine your level of activity. Our bodies are notorious for changing with…
Continue reading…Tip for facing your recovery
Tip for facing your recovery After a foot or ankle surgery, you might feel a little lost, especially if the procedure throws off your normal routine. Here are a few things you can do to occupy your time as you heal. If you have questions or feel like something is not right about your recovery,…
Continue reading…All about ankle replacements
Ankles are awesome. For most New Yorkers, they are one of the most vital parts of our bodies, and if you are on your feet a lot, you will quickly notice how true that statement really is. I have devoted much of my adult life to the study and improvement of ankles and individuals who…
Continue reading…Running after an ankle injury
It’s finally time! You’ve had your ankle surgery, patiently waited through your recovery, worked regularly with your physical therapist, and are now ready to hit the road and get back into running! Whether your ultimate goal is regular jogging around the park, training for the New York Marathon, or something in between, the running world…
Continue reading…Shoes: What you put on your feet matters
You’re probably a very busy person with responsibilities to worry about and fun activities to take part in. On a day-to-day basis, you probably don’t give much thought to the shoes that you put on your feet. But you really should. A recent episode of Freakanomics focused on the history of shoes and how they…
Continue reading…Here’s the scoop on PRP treatment
We depend a lot on our ankles, so it can be frustrating when they aren’t performing the way that we are used to. While this is true for anyone who is being prevented from doing the activities he or she loves, it’s almost unbearable for an athlete who is having to sit out of the…
Continue reading…Why some broken ankles need surgery and others don’t
Everyone has different thresholds for pain, and this is especially true when it comes to feet and ankles. An injury that puts one person out of the game and on the bench might feel like simple soreness to another individual. Consider, for example, the New Zealand woman who ended up running a marathon with a…
Continue reading…Repeat ankle injuries? It might be time for ankle ligament reconstruction
Like it or not, ankle sprains are common in active individuals–particularly among runners and other athletes. In fact, if you regularly participate in sports, chances are likely that you will have an ankle sprain at some point in your life, most likely when your joint is twisted or turned in a way it shouldn’t be,…
Continue reading…Traveling? Take care of your feet and ankles
When you’re constantly on the go or caught in a 9-to-5 rut, vacations are essential for balance and well-being. Whether you’re exploring Europe for a month or simply taking a few days off for a New York City-style stay-cation, your feet and ankles are going to help you get there. It’s important to keep them…
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