Foot Care for Athletes
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! This year we’re grateful for healthy, pain-free feet. Athletes are no strangers to injuries and aches, especially in their feet and ankles. That’s why foot care is so important! This November, say thank you to your feet with some extra love and attention. Here are some of the best ways you can show appreciation!
Choose The Best Shoes
When it comes to sports, there are different uniform and equipment requirements depending on which activity you partake in. But what about your shoes? Choosing specific sneakers for whichever sport you play will give you the best results when it comes to keeping your feet pain-free. That’s why they make basketball shoes, baseball shoes, swimming shoes, and so on. Take a look and see what you find!
Avoid Sweat
At least when it comes to your shoes and socks! Letting your feet sit for too long in damp, dark environments is a recipe for foot odor and fungal infections. Stay clear of both by changing your socks often and switching out your sneakers every day.
Ease Into It
Playing too hard, and too fast is a recipe for disaster. Instead, take it slow and gradually build up your speed or intensity. This is especially true for those looking to incorporate a new workout, trick, or motion into their routine. Easing into things will help prevent injury.
Hit Pause
Listening to your body is the best thing athletes can do. If you’re experiencing pain in your feet or ankles while being active, it’s important to hit the brakes, sit down, and rest. Call your podiatrist if you find you still have pain after a few days. It’s never okay to play with an injury or “work through the pain”.
At The Center for Podiatric Care and Sports Medicine, Dr. Jonathan Levy, Dr. Nadia Levy, Dr. Diane Castro, Dr. Josef Geldwert, Dr. Katherine Lai, and Dr. Vera Malezhik treat various conditions such as sports injuries, ankle pain, diabetic wounds, heel pain, ingrown toenails, plantar warts, and neuromas. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, we offer cutting-edge care for patients in Midtown East and Manhattan. Contact our office at (212) 980-6487. Our office is at 120 E 56th Street, Suite 1150, New York, NY 10022. We continue to offer telemedicine appointments.
