A Parent’s Guide to Teenage Athletes
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A Parent’s Guide to Teenage Athletes

Pushing Limits and Avoiding Problems As a parent, you are your teen’s biggest cheerleader. You want them to learn resilience, discipline, and the joy of competition. But there is a fine line between “pushing through” and pushing too far. Teenage bodies are not just smaller adult bodies; they are under construction. Their bones are still…

Cindy’s Story: From A Couch Potato on Crutches to Marathons!

Cindy’s Story: From A Couch Potato on Crutches to Marathons!

“Let’s be real—my fitness journey didn’t start with a New Year’s resolution or a moment of enlightened inspiration. It started with a nasty diagnosis of an osteochondral lesion, which is medical speak for “you’re about to have a very bad time.” “I had surgery and for 10 agonizing weeks, I was benched, stuck on crutches….

Orthotics for Every Athlete: Why Your Sport Demands Custom Support

Orthotics for Every Athlete: Why Your Sport Demands Custom Support

Athletes demand a lot from their bodies, but no part takes more of a beating than the feet. Whether you’re a runner pounding the pavement, a basketball player making sharp cuts, or a soccer player sprinting on cleats, the unique forces of your sport put incredible stress on your foot and ankle structure.

Is It More Than “Growing Pains”? A Parent’s Guide to Juvenile Arthritis

Is It More Than “Growing Pains”? A Parent’s Guide to Juvenile Arthritis

July is Juvenile Arthritis (JA) Awareness Month, and at Wayne Foot & Ankle, we want to shed light on the condition. Although it affects thousands of growing children, JA is often dismissed as a natural consequence of growth spurts or the rough-and-tumble nature of sports. This can end up being a painful and serious mistake.

Stepping Past Sever’s Disease: A Guide for Parents of Young Athletes

Stepping Past Sever’s Disease: A Guide for Parents of Young Athletes

Does your child love playing sports? Have they been complaining of nagging heel pain, especially after a game or practice? It’s easy to dismiss this as “growing pains,” but it could be a specific and common overuse injury: Sever’s Disease. At Wayne Foot & Ankle Center, we understand the concerns of parents with young athletes….

Handling Hammertoe: Straight Talk About Bent Toes

Handling Hammertoe: Straight Talk About Bent Toes

Notice one of your toes bending abnormally at the middle joint, resembling a hammer or an upside-down ‘V’? You might be dealing with a hammertoe. This common foot deformity isn’t just about appearance; it can lead to significant pain, irritation, and difficulty wearing shoes. At Wayne Foot & Ankle Center, we treat and manage this…