Fit Foot U w/Dr. Ben Pearl Chris Collier sports medicine director with BROOKS running shoes will share the process of how they develop new lines how they reach elite athletes at the Olympics and tips for selecting the right shoes. Join us July 15 @ 7pm. Zoom id 761 790 2245
Category: Summer Health Tips
Snap Crackle Pop & Halftime with Yoga
A few weeks ago I noticed Some snap crackle pop’s in my knee while doing yoga I realized that my one or maybe 2 day yoga sessions-per week was not cutting it. The other sign was a hamstring pull trying to keep up with a speedy left wing half my age. The reason Tom Brady and […]
Arlington Foot & Ankle is Recruiting Patients with Turf Toe
GOT TURF TOE? Turf Toe is a sprain of the big toe. It typically is the result of excessive upward bending of the big toe. It can also be caused by jamming the toe or repetitive injury when running and jumping. Dr. Pearl is offering patients an opportunity to come in and try a new […]
Checking out Suspicious Moles for Melanoma
Moles of Melanoma We are in the sun season and this is a reminder to wear sunblock and hats to prevent skin cancer and precancerous lesions. Bob Marley’s story is a cautionary tale. He love to play soccer and had a recurring sore nail on his right foot that kept falling off that was thought to related to […]
Don’t Let Jacked Up Feet Ruin Your Trip To the Beach
With summer coming many patients are coming in embarrassed about showing their feet at the beach or pool because of fungal or unsightly toenail. One new solution available at Arlington Foot and Ankle is a nail resin called KeryFlex. KeryFlex Nail Restoration is a safe, nonsystemic in-office application that restores the appearance of patient’s natural […]
Spider Vein Laser Removal
Summer is here! Spider vein laser removal can be performed in a series of treatments to temporarily improve the appearance of spider veins during pool season. Laser treatment is performed in a series of two to three treatments and is performed on smaller spider veins. Don’t be afraid to show off your legs this summer! […]
Strengthening Your Gluteal Muscles
The gluteal muscles can affect your feet and your IT band. As more coaches, trainers, and professionals are focusing on core to prevent injuries, the gluteals in particular have been emphasized. Paul, at Sand & Steel Fitness, has a nice synopsis of gluteal strengthening. Check it out here! http://www.sandandsteelfitness.com/bands-glutes/
Spring Back up for Fall Sports Injury-Free (Part 2)
The kids are back at the starting line with fall sports and here are a few things you should consider if you are a runner, football or soccer player. As children grow, they still have an area of cartilage cells in their heels known as a growth plate. When they hit their growth spurt, these […]
If the Shoe Fits: What You Didn’t Know about your Running Shoes
Beneath the surface of a running shoe, there is more than meets the eye. Size plays an integral role in the comfort and efficiency of the shoe. Astonishingly enough, other aspects like color and model may be a factor as well. Nylon is a tough, lightweight polymer fiber that is one of the most commonly […]
Healthy Feet For The Summer Heat!
Dr. Ben Pearl discusses the rising concerns of Diabetes and the effect it has on your feet. Additionally, as the summer months arrive and you become more active on your feet, Dr. Ben Pearl discusses the methods for maintaining healthy feet. If you have any questions about pain in your feet or ankles, please contact […]