If you’ve ever stepped out of bed and felt a sharp, stabbing pain in your heel, you might already know the name of the culprit: Plantar Fasciitis. This common foot condition affects millions of people every year—and while it might sound like a minor annoyance, left untreated, it can seriously impact your mobility and quality of life.  At Podiatry Foot & Ankle Institute, our experienced podiatrists treat plantar fasciitis at our Hackensack, NJ, office.

When a patient arrives at Podiatry Foot & Ankle Institute in pain when standing or walking, custom molded orthotics are often used for treatment to correct posture or gait.

The unique characteristic of sesamoid bones is they do not have a direct connection to other bones. The largest sesamoid bone is the kneecap. There are also two small free-floating sesamoid bones located in the ball of the foot. They are about the size of a pea and help with toe movement, ambulation, and support. Pain and inflammation around these bones cause a condition called sesamoiditis that can make standing and walking painful. Orthotic inserts are an excellent treatment for this condition.