Can chasing your child lead to a foot injury, ask Halle Berry? Or can it cause weight gain? Dr. Marc Katz Tampa Podiatrist reveals the answer!

We all chase our kids at one time or another.  It seems that there is no harm unless you ask  Halle Berry!

Halle missed the big Oscars night apparently after injuring her foot while chasing her 3 year old daughter. Oh, the dangers of having children! Add this to the long list of reasons for foot injuries.

Halle Berry appears to be in excellent shape. However, according to the APMA, foot  pain is making 72% of Americans fat!

Podiatrist are there for you, says Dr. Marc Katz, a Tampa podiatrist.  He notes that many patients complain of pain in the foot leading to their inability to be active.  Many of the common problems that lead to less activity include heel pain, flat feet, sprains, neuroma and ingrown nails.  In addition many suffer from burning pain from diabetic neuropathy as well.

The solution is simple says Katz, visit your podiatrist.  There are many treatments available for your foot pain. He notes that friends, google and stores claiming to heal you are often counter productive to getting the proper care for foot pain heel pain and foot injuries.  Your podiatrist can help you get back on your feet and back to exercise quicker than anyone else.

Dr. Katz is a podiatrist in Tampa Florida. If you have a foot problem, please contact us and we will get you in to see Dr. Katz immediately.

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Tampa Podiatrist Dr. Marc Katz Discusses Foot Injuries Going Into the Superbowl

Well the big day is around the corner, Super Bowl XLVI.  If you ask rookie linebacker, Jacquian Williams, he is good to go for the game.  However, he has suffered a sprained foot and is wearing a walking boot to protect the injury.  He had an MRI that showed no broken bones and only a sprain.  Williams sat out for recent practice with several other New York Giants team members so he will be ready to go for the game.  They are all ready to take on the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI.


Ahmad Bradshaw also feels ready for the big match on Sunday.  He fractured one of the metatarsals of his right foot back in November and is still having some foot pain.

Whether you are a famous athlete or a casual runner, your podiatrist is your friend when it comes to these types of foot problems and injuries.  There is no other doctor that is better trained to help you get back to you sport or your daily activities.

Dr. Marc Katz, a Tampa podiatrist, treats injuries and fractures of the foot and ankle each day in his practice.  Other common conditions include heel pain and ingrown toenails. He educates his patients on prevention and often refers them for physical therapy after the injury.  Katz says that a team approach is key.

Check out his site for more information on common foot problems and treatments.