Podiatrist - Portland
15 Sewall St
Portland, Maine 04102
207-774-0028
FITNESS AND YOUR FEET
Dr. Kurlanski and her staff believe that informed patients are better equipped to make decisions regarding their health and well being. For your personal use, we have created an extensive patient library covering an array of educational topics. Browse through these diagnoses and treatments to learn more about topics of interest to you. For a more comprehensive search of our entire Web site, enter your term(s) in the search bar provided.
As always, you can contact our office to answer any questions or concerns.
Urgent Foot Treatment If you think you have an urgent foot or ankle problem, please call our office and we will do our best to schedule the same day. Urgent needs include infected ingrown nails, new ulcer, unexplained redness or swelling to the foot especially with diabetes, possible fracture, ankle sprains. Appointment Request
First Aid Kit Essentials for Foot and Ankle Emergencies
Hammertoe Repair -Dr. Kurlanski uses the Smart Toe Implant for hammertoe correction.
Dr. Kurlanski has posted pictures of various types of wounds encountered on a regular basis. Click the link above.
Foot and Ankle Health Associations
American Podiatric Medical Association
American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons Patient Education Site
American Diabetes Association
American Academy of Sports Medicine
American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine
Maine Podiatric Medical Association
Vendors/Products
Dr. Comfort Shoes
Crocsrx.
Insolia high heel inserts
Powersteps.
Apligraf
Theraskin/Theragauze
Amerigel
Local Links
Maine Running Company.
Maine Medical Center
Mercy Hospital Wound Healing Center
Mercy Hospital
Martins Point Healthcare
Hanger Prosthetic and Orthotics
Tips Sheets
Walking Tips for Seniors
APMA Runners Resource
Your feet are one of the most overlooked body parts when it comes to exercise. As you exercise, pay attention to what your feet are telling you.
Consult your physician before beginning any fitness program. This includes a complete physical and foot exam. This is especially important for those who are overweight, smoke, or haven't had a physical exam in a long time.
Proper fitness requires wearing the right clothes and shoes. Wear loose-fitting, light-colored and loosely woven clothing in hot weather and several layers of warm clothing in cold weather.
The American Podiatric Medical Association stresses the importance of foot care in exercising. People don't realize the tremendous pressure that is put on their feet while exercising. For example, a 150-pound jogger puts more than 150 tons of impact on his feet when running three miles.
Improper foot care during exercise is a contributing factor to some of the more than 300 foot ailments, according to the APMA.
The following are common ailments caused by improper foot care during exercise:
- Athlete's foot;
- Blisters;
- Corns and calluses; and
- Heel pain (including heel spurs).