May Is Women’s Health Month
Did you know nearly 90% of Americans experience foot pain at some point in their lives? Women are more likely than men to have an issue, even more so after age 65. Those figures can cause concern, but there’s hope. A foot doctor like Middlesex County podiatrists Dr. Jason Grossman and Dr. Paul A. Osemene treat foot pain with a wide range of non-invasive approaches like custom orthotics for cushioning and support through an expert foot and ankle surgery.
The most common cause of foot pain in women is their footwear. High-heel shoes with cramped, narrow toe boxes may be fashionable but known to contribute to numerous issues, including bunions, hammertoes, and blisters. Further, by shifting the body weight and changing the center of gravity, these shoes increase the likelihood of a fall resulting in an ankle sprain or another foot and ankle injury.
Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with osteoporosis, a dangerous weakening of the bones. The feet have dozens of delicate bones and are at risk of fractures. Talk to your doctor about reducing your risk of osteoporosis with diet and about managing your risk if you are living with this illness.
One in nine American women have diabetes. Are you one of them? Diabetes can lead to a host of complications throughout the body – everything ranging from visual symptoms to kidney disease and more. In the feet, diabetes can cause poor circulation and make it hard for minor wounds to heal. These can turn into painful diabetic ulcers, deep wounds that just won’t heal.
Every woman can take a proactive approach to foot health by scheduling an annual visit with her podiatrist. Like other specialists you might see once a year, your foot doctor is a medical expert. They are the best-qualified specialist to care for this part of your body.
Is it time for your annual exam? Call the friendly Advanced Feet and Ankle Care staff at (732) 679-4330 or click here for an appointment with Jason Grossman, DPM, and Paul A. Osemene, DPM, in our modern, comfortable offices in Old Bridge and Sayreville today.