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Choosing the Right Shoes for Restaurant Work

Tuesday, 13 January 2026

Restaurant work requires long hours on your feet, making the right shoes essential for comfort and safety. Wearing proper footwear helps reduce fatigue, improve posture, and protect against slips and falls in fast-paced environments. Shoes designed for restaurant work should offer good support to cushion the feet and reduce stress on the ankles and knees. Durability is also important, since shoes must withstand constant movement, spills, and repeated cleaning. Additionally, a good grip on the sole helps prevent slipping on wet or greasy floors, which is a common workplace hazard. Wearing poor footwear can lead to foot pain, heel discomfort, and long-term problems. A podiatrist can evaluate your foot structure, work demands, and pain concerns to recommend supportive shoes or custom orthotics. If foot pain is affecting your job performance, it is suggested that you consult a podiatrist who can treat various foot and ankle conditions, and guide you on appropriate shoes to wear for your workday.

While working on the feet, it is important to take the proper care of them. For more information about working on your feet, contact Loren Hansen, DPM from Ankle & Foot Medical Center. Our doctor will treat your foot and ankle needs.

Working on Your Feet

Standing on your feet for long periods of time can cause stress and pain in your feet. Your whole body may experience change in terms of posture, back pain, bunions, callouses and or plantar warts. There are ways to avoid these conditions with proper foot care, smart choices and correct posture.

Positive Changes

Negative heeled shoe – Choosing this shoe type places the heel slightly lower than the ball of the foot. These are great for overall foot health. Find shoes that fit you correctly.

Go barefoot – Our feet were not designed to be enclosed for all hours of the day. Try to periodically expose your feet to air.

Eliminate Pain

Foot Exercises – Performing simple exercises, incorporating yoga and doing stretches are beneficial. This will allow increased blood flow to the area and muscles of the foot.

Achilles tendon – Stretching the foot out flat on the floor will relax the calf muscles and tendon. These exercises can be performed almost anywhere. Make sure you add these exercises to your daily regimen.

With a little bit of this information and knowing more about foot health, you will notice changes. Foot stretches and proper footwear will help with pain and prevent further issues.

If you have any questions please contact our office located in Las Vegas, NV . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.

Morton’s Neuroma and the Discomfort It Can Cause

Tuesday, 06 January 2026

Morton’s neuroma, sometimes referred to as an interdigital nerve irritation or Intermetatarsal neuroma, develops when a nerve between the toes becomes compressed by surrounding tissues. This pressure can create a burning or tingling feeling in the ball of the foot, often described as walking on a small pebble. Some people notice numbness between the toes or a sudden sharp sensation when wearing tighter shoes or standing for long periods of time.The discomfort may improve briefly when the shoe is removed, but it often returns with activity. A podiatrist can evaluate the area, review footwear habits, and identify mechanical issues that place extra stress on the nerve. Treatment may include supportive inserts, shoe changes, padding, or targeted therapies that calm the irritated tissue and restore comfort. If the sensation between your toes persists or begins affecting daily movement, it is suggested that you see a podiatrist for effective relief and treatment solutions.

Morton’s neuroma is a very uncomfortable condition to live with. If you think you have Morton’s neuroma, contact Loren Hansen, DPM of Ankle & Foot Medical Center. Our doctor will attend to all of your foot care needs and answer any of your related questions.

Morton’s Neuroma

Morton's neuroma is a painful foot condition that commonly affects the areas between the second and third or third and fourth toe, although other areas of the foot are also susceptible. Morton’s neuroma is caused by an inflamed nerve in the foot that is being squeezed and aggravated by surrounding bones.

What Increases the Chances of Having Morton’s Neuroma?

Ill-fitting high heels or shoes that add pressure to the toe or foot
Jogging, running or any sport that involves constant impact to the foot
Flat feet, bunions, and any other foot deformities

Morton’s neuroma is a very treatable condition. Orthotics and shoe inserts can often be used to alleviate the pain on the forefront of the feet. In more severe cases, corticosteroids can also be prescribed. In order to figure out the best treatment for your neuroma, it’s recommended to seek the care of a podiatrist who can diagnose your condition and provide different treatment options.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in Las Vegas, NV . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.

Do You Suffer From Painful Feet?

Wednesday, 31 December 2025

Painful deformities, such as hammertoes, can be treated. Stop living with foot pain, and have beautiful feet again!

How to Measure Your Shoe Size Correctly

Tuesday, 30 December 2025

Properly measuring your shoe size is essential for comfort, support, and foot health. The most accurate method involves using a Brannock device, a specialized tool designed to measure the length, width, and arch length of your foot. This ensures that your shoes fit properly and reduces the risk of blisters, bunions, or other foot problems caused by wearing ill-fitting footwear. A podiatrist can help guide you through the measurement process, assess your foot structure, and recommend shoes that support your unique shape and gait. Regular measurements are important, especially as feet can change over time due to age, weight, or activity level. If you have foot pain from wearing the wrong size shoes, it is suggested that you consult a podiatrist who can treat various foot conditions, and offer additional information about the importance of proper shoe fitting.

Getting the right shoe size is an important part of proper foot health. Seek the assistance of Loren Hansen, DPM from Ankle & Foot Medical Center. Our doctor will provide the care you need to keep you pain-free and on your feet.

Getting the Right Shoe Size

There are many people who wear shoes that are the incorrect size, negatively affecting their feet and posture. Selecting the right shoes is not a difficult process, so long as you keep several things in mind when it comes to choosing the right pair.

When visiting the shoe store, use the tools available to measure your foot.
Be sure there is ‘wiggle room’. There should be about an inch between your toes and the tip of your shoes.
Do not always assume you are the same size, as manufacturers run differently.
Purchase shoes later in the day, as your feet swell as the day progresses.
If a shoe is not comfortable, it is not suitable. Most shoes can’t be ‘broken in’, and comfort should be the ultimate goal when it comes to choosing the right pair of shoes

As our feet hold our body weight and keep us moving, it is important to treat them right. Picking the right pair of shoes can provide your feet comfort and mobility without pain.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in Las Vegas, NV . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.

When the Achilles Tendon Becomes Overworked or Injured

Tuesday, 23 December 2025

The Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel, can become irritated or damaged when it is placed under repeated stress. Many people notice a gradual ache above the heel that feels worse during activity and eases with rest. Others experience stiffness in the morning, swelling along the back of the ankle, or tenderness when pressing on the tendon. Sudden increases in exercise, tight calf muscles, wearing unsupportive footwear, or changes in walking surfaces can all contribute to strain. In more severe cases, sharp pain or difficulty pushing off the foot may indicate a partial tear. Early awareness helps prevent further injury and supports a smoother recovery through stretching, wearing proper footwear, and activity changes. If you continue to feel discomfort or notice swelling along the tendon, it is suggested that you schedule an appointment with a podiatrist for an evaluation and appropriate treatment.

Achilles tendon injuries need immediate attention to avoid future complications. If you have any concerns, contact Loren Hansen, DPM of Ankle & Foot Medical Center. Our doctor can provide the care you need to keep you pain-free and on your feet.

What Is the Achilles Tendon?

The Achilles tendon is a tendon that connects the lower leg muscles and calf to the heel of the foot. It is the strongest tendon in the human body and is essential for making movement possible. Because this tendon is such an integral part of the body, any injuries to it can create immense difficulties and should immediately be presented to a doctor.

What Are the Symptoms of an Achilles Tendon Injury?

There are various types of injuries that can affect the Achilles tendon. The two most common injuries are Achilles tendinitis and ruptures of the tendon.

Achilles Tendinitis Symptoms

Inflammation
Dull to severe pain
Increased blood flow to the tendon
Thickening of the tendon

Rupture Symptoms

Extreme pain and swelling in the foot
Total immobility

Treatment and Prevention

Achilles tendon injuries are diagnosed by a thorough physical evaluation, which can include an MRI. Treatment involves rest, physical therapy, and in some cases, surgery. However, various preventative measures can be taken to avoid these injuries, such as:

Thorough stretching of the tendon before and after exercise
Strengthening exercises like calf raises, squats, leg curls, leg extensions, leg raises, lunges, and leg presses

If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office located in Las Vegas, NV . We offer the newest diagnostic tools and technology to treat your foot and ankle needs.

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