Heel Pain Stretch of the Week: Seated Hamstring Stretch

Sit with one leg straight on the bed and the foot of the other leg on the floor. Slowly lean forward to stretch the leg, keeping your back flat while leaning forward. Alternatively, sit on a chair with one leg extended and your heel on the floor or a footstool. Lean forward with your back flat. Reverse legs and repeat.
Hold 30 seconds. Repeat 5 times for each leg, 1 time per day.
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U.S. Suffers From Foot Pain

A new survey by Merck, the makers of Dr. Scholl's products revealed last month an astonishing 9 out of 10 Americans have experienced some kind of foot pain, and more than half have missed an activity or event because of that pain. Four out of 10 people believe they would walk more if their feet hurt them less.
"Our 'Dr. Scholl's Get Up & Go' survey found that active lifestyle has Americans with their feet on the ground- more than four hours a day for a third of Americans," said Jim Mackey, senior vice president, US Region Head, Merck Consumer Care. "Our feet are the foundation to living an active, energetic lifestyle, and that's why the essence of the Dr. Scholl's brand is 'Get Up & Go!' We want to help Americans jump into life with both feet, because it all starts from the ground up."
The survey showed that nearly half of Americans do not take the stairs, but choose to ride the elevator instead. 78% prefer to drive to a destination instead of walk.
The Dr. Scholl's survey rated the Top 10 cities where people are on their feet the most. Number one was New York City, number two Boston, and number three Philadelphia.
Those who have desk jobs have said that finding opportunities to walk more has proven difficult. On average, Americans who work in an office still spend about a quarter (23%) of their workday on their feet or walking around. 69% of workers admit they've worn shoes to work that were not part of the dress code, like sneakers, so they would be more comfortable during the day. 58% of women still wear heels on an average of once a week. 86% of women would choose to wear something more comfortable than wear stylish but painful shoes.
If you are experiencing foot pain, especially heel pain, call our Rocky Hill or Middletown office to make an appointment.
Jeffrey S. Kahn, DPM
Connecticut Foot Care Centers
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Tennis Star Kanepi Has Heel Pain

Tennis Star Kaia Kanepi announced on her website last week that she was dropping out of Wimbledon because of heel pain. This is the third Grand Slam tournament she has skipped this year because of the pain.
Kanepi said she will need at least four weeks to recover from the heel pain, which has plagued her since she finished the tournament in Estoril last month. "We made some pictures of my heels and the situation is that I have to take a break," said Kanepi.
"This means I will have to skip Wimbledon this year. We will see how the treatment goes. I can still practice to some extent. With full practices I can start when the heels are cured."
Her new tournament schedule will be revealed in three to four weeks. Kanepi still plans on playing in the Summer Olympics, which start on July 28th. Earlier in the month she reached the quarterfinals of the French Open before losing to Russia's Maria Sharapova.
"I am very satisfied with what I accomplished in Paris. I think that the match with Maria taught me a lot, it showed what level she is at and what I have to do to improve. I have never experienced such a pace in a match before," Kanepi said.
If you are experiencing heel pain, call our Rocky Hill or Middletown office to make an appointment.
Jeffrey S. Kahn, DPM
Connecticut Foot Care Centers
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Podiatrist in Rocky Hill and Middletown, CT
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Heel Pain Stretch of the Week: Towel Crunches

Put a towel on the floor, your heels on the ground and your toes on the towel. Make fists with your toes and scrunch the towel up. Do this every day for 15 minutes.
If you are experiencing heel pain and do not currently see a podiatrist, call our Rocky Hill or Middletown office to make an appointment.
Jeffrey S. Kahn, DPM
Connecticut Foot Care Centers
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Podiatrist in Rocky Hill and Middletown, CT
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Clayton Kershaw Suffering From Heel Pain

Clayton Kershaw, left-handed pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, ran with considerable pain to first base during Monday's game. The former Cy Young winner has plantar fasciitis in his left foot.
Plantar fasciitis is not something to be taken lightly in the baseball world. In the past, it ended outfielder Scott Podsednik's season with the Dodgers in 2010, and brought tears to the eyes of Angels outfielder Tim Salmon in 1998.
What makes it worse for Kershaw is that as a left-handed pitcher, he is pivoting and pushing off his left foot when delivering a pitch. If it was his landing foot, he would feel pain after the release, but he instead feels it at the beginning of his delivery.
Continuing to play with extremely painful plantar fasciitis is not recommended. Playing with it threatens to rupture or tear your plantar fascia, as happened with Salmon. Unfortunately for Kershaw, the most effective treatment for plantar fasciitis is rest, which may prove difficult since the season is not even half over yet.
The Dodgers should be careful with how they treat Kershaw and not rush into getting him back on the mound too soon.
If you are experiencing heel pain, call our Rocky Hill or Middletown office to make an appointment.
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High BMI Linked To Heel Pain

A new study has linked Body Mass Index (BMI) to non-specific foot pain. The study, published in Obesity Review, reviewed and analyzed 25 scholarly papers on BMI and the effect of weight loss on alleviating foot pain. The results showed a strong relationship between BMI and general foot pain, as well as chronic heel pain among non-athletes. There was minor evidence relating weight loss surgery to a reduction in foot pain. Since obesity is increasing across the world, foot pain is likely increase as well.
Author Paul A. Butterworth of La Trobe University in Bundoora, Australia says "Increased BMI is strongly associated with chronic plantar heel pain and non-specific foot pain. Considering that the prevalence of obesity is increasing worldwide, the incidence of musculoskeletal foot disorders is likely to increase. Therefore, the potential role of weight loss in addition to existing treatments for foot disorders warrants further investigation."
While losing weight is a recommendation that is easier said than done, addressing the heel pain issue is key. Even if you lose the weight, you will still have a bone spur or an aggravated plantar fascia. Harping on an already sensitive issue will not help the patient recover fully from heel pain.
If you are experiencing heel pain and do not currently see a doctor, call our Rocky Hill or Middletown office to make an appointment.
Jeffrey S. Kahn, DPM
Connecticut Foot Care Centers
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Podiatrist in Rocky Hill and Middletown, CT
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