Good health is the result of a healthy lifestyle and proper care of all the systems and parts of your entire body. In honor of National Nutrition Month, we’d like to explore the relationship of food and your feet.

NutritionNYSPMAMarch 29, 2018diabetes, obesity, plantar fasciitis, arthritis

Good Podiatric Care Helps More Than Feet

Recent research has confirmed the healthcare benefits of podiatric services extend way beyond a patient’s feet and ankles.

NYSPMAMarch 21, 2018

The Many Faces of Arthritis

The term arthritis basically refers to inflammation and swelling of the cartilage and lining of the joints accompanied by an increase in fluid, and this has a much broader reach.

Avoiding Fungal Toenails

Although it may take a long time, toenail fungus can make nails unattractive as they become discolored, thickened and crumbly.

foot conditions, toenail conditionsNYSPMAMarch 8, 2018fungal toenails, athlete's foot, diabetes

6 Ways to Improve Foot Health for Diabetic Patients

Without properly control, diabetes patients can encounter serious health issues including damage to their kidneys, nerves, eyes, heart, and feet. Following these tips can help avoid lower extremity problems and manage diabetes successfully.

Foot HealthNYSPMAMarch 1, 2018diabetes

Prep for Your Podiatrist Appointment

When you have foot or ankle pain you should turn to a skilled podiatrist for relief. It’s a good idea to do a little preparation for your appointment in order to make the most of your time with the foot doctor and speed the diagnosis of your problem.

Proper Foot CareNYSPMAFebruary 22, 2018list, podiatrist, appointment

When to Call the Podiatrist

Your foot is an incredibly complex structure. With 26 bones, 33 joints and over 100 ligaments, muscles and tendons when something goes wrong you need the attention of a professional podiatrist to ensure an accurate diagnosis and prompt treatment.

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What Can a Podiatrist Do for You?

If you’ve had a foot problem in the past, you may have been treated by a podiatrist, but are you aware of the full scope of what a podiatrist does?

Podiatric MedicineNYSPMAFebruary 9, 2018podiatrist

The Anatomy of the Foot

Here at the New York State Podiatric Medical Association, educating you about foot health is our top priority.

Proper Foot Care, Common Foot ConditionsNYSPMAFebruary 1, 2018

Hammertoes Can Hammer Into Your Style

Hammertoes are deformities of the toe and occur with higher frequency in women because women tend to wear high heels and narrow shoes that lead to bending in the center of the joint.

Foot Pain, toe painNYSPMAJanuary 15, 2018hammertoes, custom orthotics