Green Bay Packers running back Eddie Lacy was recently fined for being overweight, and it wasn’t the first time.  The pro running back’s contract is coming to an end, and if the Packers don’t offer him a new one he will become a free agent in March.  Lacy has battled weight issues and ankle injuries in his career, and in the NFL maintaining target weights is extremely important to the teams.  But for the rest of us, those of us that aren’t professional athletes, keeping our bodies at manageable weights is vital for our health.  While we won’t get fined for packing on the pounds, there are other non-pecuniary effects of being overweight.  Foot problems are rampant in obese people, whether due to increased pressure or as a result of other diseases and disorders.  

Obesity has become very problematic at this point in time and can have extremely negative effects on the feet. If you’re an obese individual and are concerned about your feet, contact Dr. Edwin S. Hart from Pennsylvania. Our doctor can provide the care you need to keep you pain-free and on your feet.

Obesity and Your Feet

Since your feet are what support your entire weight when standing, any additional weight can result in pain and swelling. Being overweight is one of the main contributors to foot complications.

Problems & Complications

Extra Weight – Even putting on just a few extra pounds could create serious complications for your feet. As your weight increases, your balance and body will shift, creating new stresses on your feet. This uneven weight distribution can cause pain, even while doing the simplest tasks, such as walking.

Diabetes – People who are overweight are at serious risk of developing type-2 diabetes, which has a drastic impact on the health of your feet. As you get older, your diabetes might worsen, which could lead to loss of feeling in your feet, sores, and bruises. You could also become more prone to various infections.

Plantar fasciitis – Pressure and stress that is placed on muscles, joints, and tendons can trigger plantar fasciitis, which is an inflammation of tissue that forms along the bottom of the foot. 

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