Winter weather, heat, long hours on your feet—these are some of the conditions of the season that can cause a host of podiatric problems. Here are some steps you can take to keep feet healthy this winter.
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At this time of the year, we know that busy New Yorkers are at an increased risk for falls. Below are some reminders to help keep everyone on their feet.
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Many patients are under the false impression that there’s nothing that can be done for a broken toe and so they never go to a podiatrist to get it examined or treated.
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We find that many patients with bunions are finding the holiday season not so merry and bright. A bunion is a bony protrusion on the outside of your toe (usually your big toe) that is caused by faulty foot mechanics.
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The shoes you wear for a holiday shopping trip can make the difference between a successful bargain hunting marathon and a star shopper that is sidelined at the first long cashier line.
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As Thanksgiving approaches, we are remembering all that they are grateful for. We want to be sure your feet are near the top of the list. These incredible parts of your body ensure that you can go where you want and do what you have to do every day.
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Knowing what increases the chances of developing a foot ulcer and taking steps to prevent them can greatly reduce your risk for this dangerous complication.
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Many people think weak ankles are just something they have to live with, but there are ways to help with this podiatric problem.
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For women who have a bony enlargement at the back of the heel—known as Haglund’s Deformity—stiff-backed pumps can rub and cause irritation to the spot.
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If you’ve noticed odd sensations in your feet and toes such as burning or tingling or a decrease in sensation or the ability to feel at all, you may have peripheral neuropathy.
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Gout is a form of arthritis that most often attacks the big toe joint (although it can strike other parts of the foot, ankle or body). This condition is caused by a buildup of uric acid in the body.
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Since Halloween is coming up we thought we’d talk about 4 podiatric disorders that sound pretty scary but are all very treatable!
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Sprains and fractures are the most common injuries to the feet and ankles. If you sustain an injury, here’s what you should know.
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When you have a foot or ankle problem, the podiatrist will most likely attempt to treat it using conservative methods. Some conditions, however, may not respond to non-surgical measures or may progress to a point where the severity of the problem now requires surgery.
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We believe that knowing more about athlete’s foot can help patients prevent it, or at least get relief from it fairly quickly. Below are some do’s and don’ts regarding this common podiatric ailment.
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In recognition of National Fall Prevention Awareness Day, which happens this month, we’d like to offer some ways that our senior patients and those who care about them can help prevent falls.
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Studies show that children who are obese are likely to continue to be obese as adults. Obesity causes or worsens many foot conditions including: sesamoiditis, plantar fasciitis and metatarsalgia.
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For your student, new shoes may be all about the brand or style, but as parents, you want to ensure that your child is wearing a shoe that fits properly.
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Although it may seem like these injuries “just happen,” there are some steps you can take to prevent ankles sprains.
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