The Cohen Index is a diagnostic and predictive performance enhancement tool developed by Dr. Lee S. Cohen and utilized by the sports medicine podiatry expert team of physicians and athletic trainers at Dr. Lee S. Cohen and Associates. This systematic tool is designed to identify, diagnose, treat, and prevent injuries affecting the feet, ankles, legs, knees, hips, and lower back in athletes and active individuals of all ages.

According to the American Podiatric Medical Association, 75-77% of Americans have experienced foot pain at some point in their lives. It’s not surprising considering that each foot has 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments, that the average person walks around 7500 steps per day, and when running up to 4 times your body weight can be the pressure amount placed on your feet.  Put all of that together and it’s no wonder that feet are prone to injury and are at high risk for developing a wide variety of painful conditions.

“I am writing to share amazing feedback with Dr. Cohen, his staff, and others looking for a podiatrist. My son, Zachary Mangiafico, started experiencing foot pain around April of 2023. He was a freshman starting on the Towson High School (MD) varsity lacrosse team. At the end of that season, he started experiencing some pretty significant foot pain, which eventually became excruciating, so we assumed it was Plantar Fasciitis. ….. (continued)

Pronation is a fundamental component of daily movement that facilitates pain-free walking and mobility that frequently goes unacknowledged. However, many people have a tendency to pronate more than necessary (overpronate), which may result in gait abnormalities and lead to pain while walking or running.

Just as your feet are the foundation of your body, your cleats are the base for everything you do on the lacrosse field. With that said, you need to choose a pair of cleats that provide support to keep your feet and ankles stable and comfortable so that you can outperform throughout the season.

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Did you know that for every pound you add to your weight, your feet endure an additional six pounds of pressure? Therefore, even a small amount of weight loss can significantly improve your foot health.

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Before exercising in chilly weather, it's essential to stretch. Cold temperatures can cause your muscles to tighten, increasing the risk of injury. By warming up with some stretches, you boost blood flow and enhance flexibility, helping to keep those strains and tears at bay.

Many people are injured while running simply because they do not know how to run.  There are specific movements which go along with efficient injury-free running.

Everyone walks a little bit differently, and that means some people may not walk quite right. It might be a good idea to pay attention to how you walk.

The basics of normal foot movement are the same for everyone. When you walk, your heel touches the ground first. Then you roll over the ball of the foot onto your toes. That foot bears all your weight until the other heel strikes the surface you’re walking on.

Holidays are the most wonderful time of the year but can also prove to be a very demanding time of the year, especially when it comes to your feet and lower body.  Most people will increase their activities substantially during the holidays whether it be while decorating, cooking and baking, shopping, or taking part in holiday celebrations, all of which require excessive periods of walking and time spent on your feet.  Ill-fitting and new shoes are contributing factors and can significantly increase the chances of new holiday foot pain and lower body discomfort but can also cause old foot pain to flare up. 

Parents often spend a great deal of time worrying about their children's eyes, teeth, and other highly visible parts of the body. But what about their feet?

If foot health is neglected early in life, other physical problems may follow. Good foot care should be primary.

Osteoporosis is a gradual thinning out of the bones or loss of bone density.  Osteoporosis starts in childhood and is more common in women than in men.  The reason is that women typically start off with lower bone density than men, and the loss of estrogen over time can increase the risk for osteoporosis.

The great news is that there are some things you can do to decrease your risk of osteoporosis.  A good diet,  proper vitamins, and daily exercise can help you navigate through osteoporosis.

There are three main causes of injuries in the athletic population: injuries related to abnormal hereditary position, traumatic injuries, and acquired injuries (hereditary plus overuse).

Shin splints are a common exercise problem and sports injury, but what exactly does it mean?  Shin Splints is the blanket term for lower leg pain that occurs below the knee on the front outside of the inside of the leg. The medical term for shin splints is medial tibial stress.

A good pickleball shoe provides support for your feet and ankles to help prevent injuries. Some important features of a great pair of pickleball shoes include grippy outsoles to help reduce sliding, stability to stabilize the feet and ankles for lateral movements and quick stops and starts, and excellent cushioning to absorb impact. Regular shoes or shoes made for walking and running are not recommended for pickleball because they are not suitable for the types of directional movements that playing pickleball requires.

We all know the importance of stretching before exercising.  It is as important as exercising. 

Stretching increases flexibility and range of motion.  Physical therapists call it ”lotion for your motion”.  This means that the more the joints are lubricated, the better the movement of the muscles.

The National Football League (NFL) ranks as one of the most widely followed professional sports leagues in the United States. The frequency of injuries in the NFL surpasses that of other team-oriented, contact-intensive sports including ice hockey and rugby.  The most common injuries sustained by NFL players are to the lower extremities, starting with the ankle, knee, and hamstring.

Dr. Lee Cohen, Dr. Lee S. Cohen and Associates is pleased to announce the addition of its newest Associate, Dr. Alicia Canzanese to its Delaware County, PA. Sports Medicine Podiatry Center located in Ridley Park effective November 5^th, 2024.