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Back to school and fall sports foot care

Your feet survived summer. Here's what they're trying to tell you.

Back to School Health

School is back, and so are sports. Between class, recess, PE, practice, and games, your child's shoes are working harder than they have all summer.
Choosing school and sports shoes for growing feet(opens in a new tab)
Five things to look for:
  • Proper arch support
  • Secure fit for active movement
  • Room for growing feet
  • Cushioned heel & supportive sole
  • Replace worn-out athletic shoes
The right shoes help keep growing feet comfortable through every class, practice, and game.
Start the school year on the right foot!
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Hurt Today? We Can See You Today

Injuries don't happen on a schedule. Sprains, sudden pain, sports trauma, our specialists can evaluate and treat you without delay.
We offer same-day appointments for urgent foot and ankle injures at our clinic locations. A rolled ankle at Friday's game? Sudden pain that wasn't there yesterday? Something that happened over the weekend and hasn't improved?
If you're experiencing new or worsening foot or ankle pain, give us a call. Our team can get you in quickly so you can get back to work, school, sports, and the activities you enjoy.
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Bloomingdale Patients: Your Care Continues Nearby

Our Bloomingdale team has joined our other locations, and your care continues right where it left off.
Nearby NIFAS locations serving Bloomingdale patients(opens in a new tab)
Nothing about your treatment changes. Your records move with you, your provider relationships continue, and the phone number stays the same.
Nearby locations ready to see you:
Wheaton - 1525 N Main St
Hoffman Estates - 3200 W Higgins Rd
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Northern Illinois Foot & Ankle Specialists | 750 E Terra Cotta Avenue Unit C | Crystal Lake, IL 60014 US