Peyton Manning has been told by foot specialist Dr. Robert Anderson of Charlotte, North Carolina to take a break for two weeks. For the past few months, Manning has been feeling a slight soreness in his left heel and apparently suffered a tear playing against the colts. Since then, the suffering has only continued and Manning has been put in a foot cast so he can get some rest and so his foot can get some healing.
Playing with a sports injury can cause many problems with later on. To learn more about this trend, consider speaking to Dr. Harris L. Klear of Burlington County Podiatry Associates. Our doctor will explain the facts of barefoot running and help you decide if it’s a practice you’d like to take up.
Playing Sports with Foot Injuries
Many types of foot injuries affect athletes over the course of their athletic career. Despite their setbacks, many of these athletes will continue to play with mild foot injuries and attempt to ‘push’ through the pain. In order to be able to prevent injuries, it is important to stretch before any activity, wear proper footwear and replace shoes as needed. Some of the foot injuries athletes are at risk for include:
For more serious injuries it is recommended to consult with a podiatrist or orthopedic specialist as fractures and other serious conditions may require surgery.
If you have any questions, please contact our offices located in Marlton and Delran, NJ. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.
