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Morning Exercises Strengthen Leg Muscles Faster After 55: MD Podiatrist
ByReconstructive Foot & Ankle Institute, LLC April 20, 2026April 20, 2026

“When my older patients get into a habit of doing a simple leg routine early in the day, I see the following:” explains Dan Michaels, DPM. “First and foremost, morning exercise sets a solid tone for the entire day. If you start your day with a little focused strength, you are far more likely to…

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MD Podiatrist Discusses Recovery Shoes
ByReconstructive Foot & Ankle Institute, LLC April 17, 2026April 17, 2026

To the naked eye, the thick soles of recovery shoes don’t look all that different from what you see in maximally cushioned sneakers. But while athletic shoes are meant to keep your feet safe and your movements efficient during activities like running, playing pickleball, or walking around all day at work, recovery shoes are designed…

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MD Podiatrist Warns of Risks of Regularly Wearing Unsupportive Shoes
ByReconstructive Foot & Ankle Institute, LLC April 13, 2026April 13, 2026

If you’ve been wearing the same old walking shoes for years, your joints might be quietly taking a hit. Joints—like your knees, hips and elbows—are the points where two bones meet, helping you move, stay active and absorb shock, says Dan Michaels, DPM. Regularly wearing unsupportive shoes can lead to or worsen joint problems. “Your…

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Wearing Unsupportive Shoes Can Cause Back Pain: MD Podiatrist
ByReconstructive Foot & Ankle Institute, LLC April 6, 2026April 6, 2026

Most people don’t realize that back pain can actually come from their feet, and that their shoes could be the culprit. (Or not wearing any, which is why podiatrists want you to wear house shoes.) Your feet are the foundation of your entire body and will support or hurt you. They also influence your posture…

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Exercise Today – for a Healthy Tomorrow: MD Podiatrist
ByReconstructive Foot & Ankle Institute, LLC March 31, 2026March 31, 2026

Michael Daniels, DPM, says, as we age, we all enter the ‘use it or lose it’ phase of life. If you don’t use it now, you won’t be able to do it later.” A strong sense of balance is the foundation of independence in later life. U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates…

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MD Podiatrist Provides Advice on What to Look for in Wide Shoes
ByReconstructive Foot & Ankle Institute, LLC March 30, 2026March 30, 2026

If you have wide feet, you’re probably no stranger to the feeling of tightness and pinching after stepping into a new pair of shoes. To find the perfect running or walking shoe, you may need to focus on options with a wide width. “The right shoe will feel comfortable, provide adequate space for your toes…

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MD Podiatrist Discusses the Use of PRP Therapy
ByReconstructive Foot & Ankle Institute, LLC March 27, 2026March 27, 2026

Platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) aims—and claims—to supercharge the body’s natural recovery processes, whether needed for a strained muscle or a scalp sparse from hair loss. With an injury, the platelet is what “creates a clot and sends out growth factors and a whole host of other chemicals to start this very beautiful and predictable chain…

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MD Podiatrist Discusses How Hormonal Changes Affect Older Women’s Feet
ByReconstructive Foot & Ankle Institute, LLC March 20, 2026March 20, 2026

According to Dan Michaels, DPM, “Hormonal changes – especially the drop in estrogen, directly affect the tissues that keep the foot stable, cushioned, and pain-free. Estrogen supports collagen, joint cartilage, bone density, nerve sensitivity, and the plantar fat pads that provide natural shock absorption. As levels decline, support structures lose strength, the fat pads under…

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MD Podiatrist Discusses What to Look for in an Orthopedic Shoe
ByReconstructive Foot & Ankle Institute, LLC March 17, 2026March 17, 2026

Podiatrists emphasize that the right footwear does more than just cushion your steps: It serves as a medical tool that can improve your overall physical health. “Simply put, orthopedic shoes aren’t just comfortable: they’re therapeutic,” Dan Michaels, DPM, a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon. “If your current shoes feel comfortable for only a few hours…

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5 Ways You Are Making Your Bunion Worse
ByReconstructive Foot & Ankle Institute, LLC March 17, 2026March 17, 2026

A Bunion (Hallux Valgus) is not a callus or a random growth of bone. It is a progressive dislocation of your joint: the long bone of your foot is drifting outward, while your big toe is pointing inward. It will not heal or reverse itself on its own. In fact, many of the things you do every day can accelerate deformity.

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