Harrison Ford brought production for the new Star Wars movie to a temporary standstill a few weeks ago when he broke his foot on set. While filming, Millennium Falcon’s door fell on his lower extremity, thus sending him to the hospital and forcing the producers to delay shooting for two weeks.

Ford seems to be healing quickly since it has been recently reported that he’s traded his cast and crutches for a simple bandage on set. According to Disney, his injury won’t stop Star Wars: Episode VII from being released in December 2015 as originally planned.

Work-related foot injuries can stop any project, even one as large and expensive as the new Star Wars movie. To get help for a foot condition you incurred while on the job, see podiatrists Dr. Corrine Renne and Dr. Laurence Landau of New York Foot and Ankle. Our doctors will get you the care you need and teach you how to avoid making the injury worse upon returning to work.

Working on Your Feet

Standing on your feet for long periods of time can cause stress and pain in your feet. Your whole body may experience change in terms of posture, back pain, bunions, callouses and or plantar warts. There are ways to avoid these conditions with proper foot care, smart choices and correct posture.

Positive Changes

Negative heeled shoe – choosing this shoe places the heel slightly lower than the ball of the foot. These are great for overall foot health. Find shoes that fit you correctly.

Go barefoot – our feet were not designed to be enclosed for hours, or all day. Try allowing yourself to expose your feet to air.

Eliminate Pain

Foot Exercises – performing simple exercises, incorporating yoga and stretches is beneficial. This will allow increased blood flow to the area and muscles of the foot.