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…

Toe Walking, Flat Feet, and Why Early Action Matters for Kids

Toe Walking, Flat Feet, and Why Early Action Matters for Kids

Foot deformities, whether present at birth or developing over time, can follow children into adulthood. These issues are ignored or neglected far too often, but early detection and intervention by a podiatrist is the single best way to ensure that they don’t develop into something worse. Below, Wayne Foot & Ankle Center explores two common…

A Parent’s Guide to Foot and Ankle Deformities

A Parent’s Guide to Foot and Ankle Deformities

Children’s feet are constantly growing and developing, and sometimes, that development doesn’t go exactly as planned. Foot and ankle deformities, whether present at birth (congenital) or developing over time, can affect a child’s ability to walk, run, and play comfortably. Early detection and intervention are crucial to ensuring good foot health and preventing long-term problems,…

4 Fast Fixes for Kids with Smelly Feet

4 Fast Fixes for Kids with Smelly Feet

Kids’ feet can get a little funky sometimes. While it’s often a normal part of growing up, persistent foot odor can be embarrassing for kids, damaging their confidence and limiting their options. Fortunately, smelly feet are treatable! For this post, Wayne Foot & Ankle Center will explore some common causes of foot odor in different…

Ingrown Toenails: From Bad to Worse

Ingrown Toenails: From Bad to Worse

According to the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), ingrown toenails are one of the most common foot problems, affecting millions of people each year. And while they may seem like a minor nuisance, neglecting them is a bad idea. When ingrown nails are neglected or mishandled, they can quickly escalate into more serious problems. Wayne…