When preventing running injuries, it’s important to wear comfortable shoes that have proper support and fit. Preparing for running involves getting enough training, sleep, hydration, and the proper diets. Especially if you’re just starting a running routine, gradually ease into it and remember to avoid long strides and keep your feet striking below your hips. Stretching before runs is almost important in preventing injuries.

Runners can still be prone to running injuries even with proper precautions. If you are suffering from a running injury,contact Dr. Christine Quinn of New Jersey. Our doctor can provide the care you need to keep your pain free and on your feet.

How to Prevent Running Injuries

Many common running injuries are caused by overuse and overtraining. When the back of the kneecap starts wearing out and starts causing pain in your knee, this is commonly referred to as runner’s knee. Runner’s knee is a decrease in strength in your quadriceps and can occur if you’re not wearing properly fitted or supporting shoes. To prevent runner’s knee, focusing on hip strengthening is a good idea, as well as strengthening your quads to keep the kneecaps aligned.

What Are Some Causes of Running Injuries?
- One cause of a common running injury is called iliotibial band syndrome.
- Plantar fasciitis is also another common injury.
- Stress fractures can occur from overtraining, lack of calcium, or even your running style.

Best Ways to Prevent Running Injuries
- Wear footwear that fits properly and suits your running needs.
- Running shoes are the only protective gear that runners have to safeguard them from injury.
- Make a training schedule. Adding strengthening exercises as well as regular stretching can help keep you strong and limber and can lessen the possibility of injuries.
- Stretching keeps muscles limber, this will help you gain better flexibility.

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If you have plantar fasciitis, this means that the band of tissue that runs along the sole of your foot, otherwise known as the plantar fasciia, has become irritated and inflamed. Heel pain from plantar fasciitis occurs when the plantar fasciia becomes strained and torn. Plantar fasciitis symptoms flare up most commonly during the mornings. It’s best to see a doctor to properly diagnose and create a treatment plan for your condition. Treating plantar fasciitis involves using orthotics, using a brace, taking anti-inflammatory medicines, stretching, and therapy.

Plantar fasciitis can be very painful and inconvenient. If you are experiencing heel pain or symptoms of plantar fasciitis, contact Dr. Christine Quinn of New Jersey. Our doctor will treat your foot and ankle needs.

What is Plantar Fasciitis?

Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of the thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot, known as the plantar fascia, and causes mild to severe heel pain.

What Causes Plantar Fasciitis?

·     Excessive running

·     Non-supportive shoes

·     Overpronation

·     Repeated stretching and tearing of the plantar fascia

How Can It Be Treated?

·     Conservative measures – anti-inflammatories, ice packs, stretching exercises, physical therapy, orthotic devices

·     Shockwave therapy – sound waves are sent to the affected area to facilitate healing and are usually used for chronic cases of plantar fasciitis

·     Surgery – usually only used as a last resort when all else fails. The plantar fascia can be surgically detached from the heel

While very treatable, plantar fasciitis is definitely not something that should be ignored. Especially in severe cases, speaking to your doctor right away is highly recommended to avoid complications and severe heel pain. Your podiatrist can work with you to provide the appropriate treatment options tailored to your condition.

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If you’re experiencing heel pain, it may be an indicator of a more serious condition, so it’s important to have it checked out immediately by your podiatrist. Heel pain can affect anyone of any age, and can be caused by many different factors. Shoes that are tight-fitting and offer no support as well as walking and standing for long periods of time are some potential factors. Treating your heel pain involves icing and stretching your feet, making sure you have comfortable shoes, resting from extensive physical activity, and seeing your doctor.  

Anyone can wind up suffering from heel pain. For more information, contact Dr. Christine Quinn of New Jersey. Our doctor will treat your foot and ankle needs.

Causes of Heel Pain

● Heel pain is often associated with plantar fasciitis. The plantar fascia is a band of tissues that extends along the bottom of the foot. A rip or tear in this ligament can cause inflammation of the tissue.

● Achilles tendonitis is another cause of heel pain. Inflammation of the Achilles tendon will cause pain from fractures and muscle tearing. Lack of flexibility is also another symptom.

● Heel spurs are another cause of pain. When the tissues of the plantar fascia undergo a great deal of stress, it can lead to ligament separation from the heel bone, causing heel spurs.

Why Might Heel Pain Occur?

- Wearing ill-fitting shoes                  

- Wearing non-supportive shoes

- Weight change         

- Excessive running

Treatments

Heel pain should be treated as soon as possible for immediate results. Keeping your feet in a stress free environment will help. If you suffer from Achilles tendonitis or plantar fasciitis, applying ice will reduce the swelling. Stretching before an exercise like running will help the muscles. Using all these tips will help make heel pain a thing of the past.

With the advancements in technology and greater knowledge of how muscles and joints work, physical therapists can turn things around dramatically.  

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Arthritis can affect anyone of any age and sex. As there are more than 100 types of arthritis, it’s important to get a proper diagnosis and treatment plan for your arthritis condition. Typical symptoms usually include pain, swelling, stiffness, and a lack of mobility in your joints. Arthritis is chronic and can occur sporadically. Symptoms can progress from mild to severe, making it difficult to perform everyday activities.

Arthritis can be a difficult condition to live with. If you are seeking treatment,contact Dr. Christine Quinn of New Jersey. Our doctor will treat your foot and ankle needs.

Arthritic Foot Care

Arthritis is a joint disorder that involves inflammation of different joints in your body, such as in your feet. Arthritis is often caused by a degenerative joint disease and causes mild to severe pain in all affected areas. On top of this, swelling and stiffness in the affected joints can also be a common symptom of arthritis.

In many cases, wearing ill-fitting shoes can worsen the effects and pain of arthritis. Wearing shoes that have a lower heel and extra room can help your feet feel more comfortable. In cases of rheumatoid arthritis, the arch in your foot may become problematic. Buying shoes with proper arch support that contour to your feet can help immensely.

Alleviating Arthritic Pain

• Exercises that stretch the foot can prevent further pain and injury and increase mobility
• Most of the pain can be alleviated with anti-inflammatory drugs, heat, and topical medications
• Massages can help to temporarily alleviate pain.

It is best to see your doctor for the treatment that is right for your needs and symptoms. Conditions vary, and a podiatrist can help you determine the right method of care for your feet.

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