Posts tagged NY Foot Health
Gout: 5 Risk Factors You Should Know

At NY Foot Health, we know many of our patients think of gout as an “old person” disease. The first thing you should know is that gout—or gouty arthritis as it is sometimes known—affects men ages 40 to 60 the most. However, younger, and older men and women are susceptible to this painful condition as well.

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Put Your Feet on the “Nice” List

At NY Foot Health, we know it’s that time of year! As we get ready to celebrate Hannukah, Christmas, and Kwanza, you’re probably making your gift list and checking it twice. A new sweater for Aunt Helen, a tie for granddad, the latest video game for your child—but how about your feet?

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Hidden Diabetes Risk for Asian Americans

November is American Diabetes Month, and at NY Foot Health, this is a disease we are particularly concerned about because of how it can cause harm to your feet. Patients with diabetes often have poor circulation and peripheral neuropathy as well, and this is a dangerous combination.

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Exercises to Help Your Feet

There are also exercises that are specifically for your feet which can be of great assistance as well. Your feet do quite a bit of hard work! Walking, standing on hard surfaces, running, squatting, and reaching can all take a toll. Foot and ankle exercises have several benefits.

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Diabetic Feet Need Special Care

One of the key healthcare professionals on your diabetic care team is your podiatrist. If you have diabetes but do not have a podiatrist, the first thing you can do to better manage your diabetes is to find one near you. Our online directory offers a list of doctors of podiatric medicine to help.

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3 Problems with Sesamoids

Sesamoids are bones embedded in tendons. In the foot, two of these corn kernel-size bones are at the base of the big toe. The sesamoids act like pulleys helping the tendons move the big toe and giving it leverage as the toe pushes off. These bones play a pivotal role in your ability to walk, run, jump, and make many other common motions.

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