Many podiatrists such as Edward A Filcheck try to educate their patients about preventative foot medicine. That is because preventing foot ailments and pain can be more effective and easier than treating it afterwards. One common way that people develop chronic foot pain or injuries is from running. This is especially true for people who run frequently and for large distances. Marathon runners in particular can be very susceptible to running injuries and foot pain. Thankfully, there are many tips, tricks, and techniques that exist out there to help mitigate and even prevent foot problems such as this in the future.

One easy way to prevent running injuries is to simply stretch before a run. According to Aapsm.org’s Tips to Prevent Common Running Injuries, you should, “Stretch out and build momentum: Before a run, begin by warming up and gently stretching for 5-10 minutes, focusing on lower leg muscles. Amateur runners should start with short distances, increasing distance over time to help prevent injury. All runners should begin every workout slowly, as this allows the body to warm up further and decreases the chance of muscle strain. Runners should also focus on keeping both the feet and entire body relaxed, avoid tensing or cramping toes, and run with a gait that feels the most natural. Cease running immediately if any pain is experienced.”

By limbering up and keeping a good stride, you can help to lower the risk of sustaining an injury or developing pain. That is how people like Edward A Filcheck stay free of foot pain on a run.
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Doing well in your residency is something that takes discipline, as well as knowledge of a few tips and tricks of the industry. Doctors like Edward A Filcheck would have successful careers in their field because they took their residency seriously, and did everything they could to learn during this time. A residency serves as the foundation of a doctor’s career, and is built upon throughout the rest of his or her time in the field. That is why it is crucial to try to learn as much as you can while you are a resident, as it may save you from making mistakes and hurting your reputation once you are an established professional.
One good habit to develop during residency is to stay inquisitive. According to Podiatrytoday.com’s Residency Tips, you should, “Ask “Why” often. A good teacher is always willing to explain the "why." Some may offer it, some may need to be asked and some may be irritated by being asked, but ask respectfully "why?" When you understand the "why," you, in fact, understand.”

While some are afraid to ask why because they do not want to seem pesky. Asking and being inquisitive remains one of the best ways to learn. After all, the entire reason you are attending as a resident is to learn. A good teacher even enjoys being asked questions. It shows that you have an interest and determination to learn and expand your knowledge. This will help you to forge a lasting and successful career similar to Edward A Filcheck’s.

If you are looking to find a way to make your residency better, a good place to start is to follow in the footsteps of experienced professionals like Edward A Filcheck. Doctors like him completed their residency and went on to have admired and respected careers in their field. Part of what allowed them to do that is by having a good residency where they learned much about the medical field. A good residency will build a lasting foundation that you can build upon throughout the course of your entire career. That is why you should do everything that you can to ensure you have a successful residency that allows you to grow and learn.

One good way to make your residency more valuable is to do research as much as possible. According to Podiatrytoday.com’s Residency Tips, you should, “Write, research and lecture as often as you can. There is nothing more significant you can do to further your education than writing or doing research or preparing/giving a lecture. The benefits are immense and they help build your curriculum vitae as well. You are keeping you CV up to date and current, right?”

The more information and knowledge you can accumulate, the better you will be when it is time to start your own career and practice. Preparing and giving lectures requires research and writing, which is excellent practice and a good opportunity to learn. Everything extra you learn can be valuable. That is how doctors like Edward A Filcheck achieved success.

If you are looking for a few tips and tricks to help improve your residency and set a solid foundation for the start of your medical career, there are some things you need to learn first. Taking after other professionals such as Edward A Filcheck would be a good start. Doctors like him have been successful throughout their career because they have always been willing to go the extra mile to make sure that things get done properly. This same kind of concept of commitment and professionalism should apply to your residency as well. That is because your residency will likely set the tone for the rest of your career, so you should take it seriously.

According to Podiatrytoday.com’s Residency Tips, you should, “Attend every conference, journal club, hands-on lab or lecture you possibly can. Your job is to learn and these opportunities are "extra credit." These opportunities broaden your educational base by providing additional teachers outside of your program.”

Doing better than everyone else is something that is achieved by small steps. The minor details can often be the difference between success and failure in any endeavor. Residency is no different. That is why you should always explore all of your options and attend extracurricular activities. These activities are designed to better educate you and will only serve to make you better at your career. Passing up on opportunity like lecture seminars only limit your potential. Doctors like Edward A Filcheck have done well thanks to always going above and beyond to learn something new.

Hockey is a fun and exciting game that is loved by many. Successful podiatrist and father Edward A. Filcheck and his six year old son can often be found on the ice together, practicing with the puck in their town of Morgantown West Virginia.

Unfortunately, hockey is a sport that carries a significant risk of injury to its players. The sport allows checking, which is when a player can run into another player to stop their forward-moving momentum. Collisions with other players, the walls around the rink or the extremely hard ice itself are a very real risk.

There are, however, some things you can do to prevent becoming injured while playing hockey. Of course, wearing the proper equipment for playing hockey can reduce your risk of serious injury. Wearing a helmet, properly fitted skates and elbow, knee and shin pads can help keep you safe while playing hockey. Don’t forget your mouth guard, as many injuries in hockey can affect the mouth, from falls, checking, or wayward pucks.

Properly stretching before a game can help minimize the risk of muscle related injuries. If your muscles are warmed up properly, it will be much easier to strain or sprain something over the course of the game.

Playing the game safely is a very important way to keep yourself safe. That’s not to say that taking risks during the game is inherently dangerous, but fighting, hooking, high-sticking, slashing and cross-checking are all dangerous behaviors that can not only get you hurt, but could send you to the penalty box and possibly even suspension.

Edward A. Filcheck teaches his son to play hockey safely. They always warm up together, wear the proper equipment, and practice their skating so they can avoid injury.

Sources: http://kidshealth.org/teen/safety/sports_safety/safety-hockey.html#

Kids these days are no longer looking to baseball as the sport of their youth. Baseball used to be the American Pastime, but it is now a very distant second to the glitz and glamor of the NFL. Edward Al. Filcheck loves baseball, and wants to help his children understand his love for the game.
Unfortunately, it’s becoming less and less popular among children and youth. Some say that the reason for this is the slow pace of baseball can’t compare to the excitement of soccer or football. Baseball is a sport of intermittent activity, making it difficult to keep the attention of young kids or teenagers.

However, all hope is not lost. There is still a place for baseball in the heart of our nation. There is one thing that gives you the best shot possible for getting your kids to love baseball: play it with them.

If you regularly play baseball (or any sport) with your child, you get two distinct benefits. The first and foremost of these benefits is an increased bond between you and your child. If you spend time with your child, enjoying their company and showing them that you enjoy spending time with them, it can add a new dimension to your loving relationship with them.
By sharing your interest with them in this way, you may also find that their association of quality time with you with baseball may lead them to love the sport more than they did before. Baseball can become a foundation for bonding experiences between you and your child, and in the end, that will be the memory that sticks with them their whole life.
Edward A. Filcheck spends a lot of time teaching and playing baseball with his six year old son.
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As a podiatric physician, Edward A. Filcheck regularly counsels his patients on how to keep their feet healthy on a daily basis. While it may seem silly, a little extra caution up front can prevent much worse problems later on.
When you shower, you should wash your feet well with soap and water, then dry them off completely before putting them in socks or shoes. Doing this will prevent you from developing any fungal infections like athlete’s foot. You should also check your feet for scaling or anything else abnormal so that you can treat any problem that may occur at the onset, before it gets worse. This step is especially important for those who suffer from diabetes, because of their significantly raised risk for foot sores and foot infections.
Properly cut your toenails by cutting them straight across and avoiding a rounded cut. Improperly cutting your toenails can increase your risk of ingrown toenails, or toenail fungus. In order to prevent foot fungus, protect your feet in communal showers and never wear socks or shoes that belong to someone else. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweat or trap moisture.
Another way to keep your feet healthy is to wear shoes that properly support your feet. Shoes with pointy toes, high heels, or are too tight can cause a wide variety of problems. Poor fitting shoes can cause calluses, bunions or plantar fasciitis.
Above all, Edward A. Filcheck is adamant that his patients see him at the first sign something is wrong. Too often his patients let the problem go one too long and then try to fix it at home. It is very important that you seek proper medical care if at-home treatments do not succeed after a few days.

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Edward A. Filcheck is not only an experienced runner, he’s also a well-respected podiatrist. He knows how important good foot health is to being a successful runner. While it’s true that running can be hard on feet, legs and hips, there are things you can do to minimize the impact of running on your feet.

The first thing you need to do to protect your feet while running is get proper running shoes. When you are a runner, you can just go to the nearest big-box shoes store and grab the fanciest looking sneakers you see. You need to go to a running specialty shop, and be fitted for shoes that work with your foot size, shape and running gait. If you have difficulty with your shoes even after being fitted, you may schedule an appointment with your podiatrist to see what your foot specifically needs.

Another key way to protecting your feet from injury is to adjust your running schedule. Alternating walking and running can keep you from putting too much stress on the part of your feet you use during running. If you are smart about how you build the muscles used for running you may find that your feet won’t hurt as much. If you push too hard too soon, your body will be unprepared for the stress and may result in foot pain or injury.

Sometimes, blisters and other mild foot ailments can occur as a result of running as well. Edward A Filcheck recommends that you keep your toenails properly trimmed to prevent the growth of fungus due to being in sweaty shoes every day, as well as proper socks to wick away moisture and prevent blisters.

The human foot is a complex marvel that is made up of dozens of different parts: muscles, bones, ligaments and tendons. Life would be a whole lot easier if they were interchangeable parts, but of course, it doesn’t work that way. So taking good care of your feet is important.

There are many different health issues that can affect the feet, and many of them develop over many years’ time. Common problems include athletes’ foot, blisters, bunions, hammertoes, corns and callouses, heel spurs, and claw and mallet toes. Some of these issues are considered unsightly, but others can lead to more serious problems, especially if they are left untreated.

Athletes’ foot is one of the more common foot problems. It’s caused by a fungus that thrives in warm, dark and moist environments, such as between the toes and along the bottoms of the feet. It can become inflamed and cause the sufferer a lot of itchy discomfort. Serious cases can migrate to other body parts. By keeping the feet and toes clean and dry, and by changing shoes and socks on a regular basis, the worst of athletes’ foot can be avoided. It can be treated very effectively with over-the-counter anti-fungal creams or sprays.

Another common problem is foot blisters, but they are among the easiest to treat. It comes down to this: if your shoes fit you, you won’t have blisters. If you are bothered by blisters, drain them and smear antibiotic ointment over them, and cover the affected area with a bandage.

Edward A Filcheck is a podiatrist who is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

When it comes to a good pair of shoes, too many people are determined to choose style over comfort. Which begs the question, what is meant by the phrase, “a good pair of shoes”?

Shoes that fit well go a long way toward promoting healthy feet. Foot experts say that the average person takes anywhere from five to seven thousand steps every day, and the foot absorbs most of the impact. To a comfortable, well-fitting pair of shoes is extremely important. It takes about two thousand steps to walk a single mile, but in doing so we put about sixty three tons of pressure on each foot. And that’s just walking: imagine how much greater that pressure is when you run, or play high-impact sports like tennis or basketball.

Like so many things, when it comes to a good-fitting pair of shoes, what works for one person isn’t going to work for someone else. The ideal shoe fit is one that fit’s the strike and arch area of the foot. “Strike” refers to the way the foot falls when it hits the grounding as you walk. A good way to see what your foot strike is like is to examine the heels of an older pair of shoes to see how and where the heel wears. A shoe heel that wears more on the outside is called supinated. In cases of a supinated foot a podiatrist may recommend specific types of footwear, or shoe inserts that can be used with any pair of shoes.

Edward A Filcheck is a podiatrist who is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

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