Posted by Kirsten on Thursday, May 17th, 2012
I've been reading a lot about the history of Rome lately, so when I first saw the term "hallux rigidus," I wondered if I had accidentally stumbled into a history of Rome website, not a discussion of foot conditions. Caesar spun sharply and barked out, "Where is Hallux Rigidus?" A strong,tall man strode forward, "Here, Caesar." Caesar looked at him thoughtfully. "You ...
Posted by Kirsten on Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012
Today we're excited to share with you an interview with Laura Peifer, a mom and soon to be certified spin instructor who loves to run and create healthy recipes that support her active lifestyle. Hello, Laura! Healing Feet: How long have you been running? Laura Peifer: I began running in college as an easy way to get a little exercise, since I ...
Posted by Kirsten on Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
Today we have a conversation with Charity Wright, not-so-average working mom and super runner. Charity has been seriously getting into half marathons and marathons, so let's talk about how she runs!
Posted by Kirsten on Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
Diabetes is bad. It won't kill you, but it can make your life pretty complicated. Monitoring your blood sugar all the time is one such complication (bodily fluids: they tell all). Monitoring your feet is another. Let's talk today about some of the potential pitfalls that your feet face when you have diabetes, and how you can manage them.
Posted by Kirsten on Monday, April 9th, 2012
"Tabletops, floors, 2 dimensional worlds, tires, and feet. And the question is...?" "That's 'What are things that are flat?'" Congratulations, you're a Jeopardy! savant. But how well do you know the wonderful world of flat feet? Let's talk falling arches and all that comes with them.
Posted by Kirsten on Friday, April 6th, 2012
When I was in third grade, I kicked a boy in the shin so hard that it left a bruise--on the boy, not me. It was a direct hit, full square from the blunt toes of my lace up, sensible oxford shoes, a blow that made him hop up and down and say, "Ow! Ow!" Since we were friends and ...
Posted by Kirsten on Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
If you hear someone complaining, "Oh, my bursitis hurts so much today!" you may expect them to be talking about a shoulder, elbow, or knee problem (unless you don't know what bursitis is at all, in which case you may be expecting nothing but more confusion in the conversation--don't worry, we'll explain it all in a moment). Don't settle for ...
Posted by Kirsten on Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
Got a pain in your foot? A mystery pain? Well, today may be your lucky day! We're going to talk about a new foot condition that may just possibly be the answer to you achy little foot. I say that because today's condition of choice, Morton's neuroma is something you don't hear much about; sure, Plantar fasciitis, ...
Posted by Kirsten on Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
2012! An Olympic year! A Summer Olympic year! Just think, in a few months we can look forward to seeing people run, jump, and throw things all over London! And of course we'll see people run, jump, and throw themselves around, onto, and off things. Yes, the gymnasts are back. Gymnastic competitions of all levels go on every year, but it's ...
Posted by Kirsten on Monday, March 19th, 2012
Spring training is winding down and opening day is only a few short weeks away. They're getting ready for real baseball in the major leagues, and kids everywhere are getting ready for Little League, travel team, or high school baseball games. With that in mind, let's talk today about foot and ankle injuries in baseball players, especially young ones. Baseball players ...
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After completing his undergraduate degree at Yeshiva University, Dr. Josef J. Geldwert attended New York College of Podiatric Medicine earning his D.P.M. in 1973.
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