Sports medicine Brick
Rare is the sport that can be played to a high level of success without healthy feet. You may make your living as an athlete, or you may do it on an amateur basis, but regardless of why and when you play, here at the office of Dr. Theodore D'Amato, our sports medicine services are an essential way to keep your feet in top condition for optimal performance.
All of the running, stretching, and jumping can take a toll, either in wear and tear injuries or in those that occur as the result of a bad landing or too much impact. Even the locker room can be the source of concern, as with athlete's foot, a common fungal ailment that is easily picked up from contaminated towels, and surfaces. Our
Sports medicine Brick will help you with alleviating the pain and other symptoms associated with injuries and infections, and also provide valuable tips on how to avoid recurrences. Wearing the most appropriate footwear is at the top of the list. Spending a lot of money is not always a guarantee that you're getting the best. Some shoes are designed for lateral support, others more for cushion when you run or jump, and still others for a variety of movements. In order to prevent athlete's foot and fungus in general, keep your feet dry and clean. Don't walk barefoot in locker rooms, or in communal showers. Of course, our sports medicine Brick is prepared to treat any injury or condition that does arise. Among the options that are effective include orthotics, stretching exercises, physical therapy, topical or oral medication, and cortisone shots. Our goal is to make surgery a last resort, though in some cases there is no way to avoid it. If that does become necessary, you can count on it being performed expertly in our office.
Take advantage of our
sports medicine Brick as a valuable way to keep your feet strong and in an optimal state of wellness. Call to arrange an appointment.
By Dr. Theodore D'Amato DPM
January 18, 2018
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