It’s time for trick or treat and scary movies, but one thing we know shouldn’t be frightening is getting foot pain and discomfort diagnosed and treated.
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New York has 180 state parks that offer miles of trails for outdoor fun for the whole family. Follow these do’s and don’ts for a hike that’s safe and fun.
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PAD is the blockage or narrowing of the arteries on your legs brought about by a buildup of plaque or fatty deposits in the arteries. It results in a restriction of blood flow or what’s more commonly called “poor circulation.”
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Cooler temperatures mean saying goodbye to sandals, flip flops, and other open shoe styles and hello to pumps and other types of shoes that are closed. It can exacerbate an existing condition or cause a new one to develop.
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Running is an activity that can put a lot of strain on your legs and feet, and podiatrists see more injuries connected to it. One of these is shin splints.
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Studies show that 6 out of 10 falls occur in the home! Don’t let that make fearful, however. There are many actions you can take to make your home safer.
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It’s back to school time and we think this is the perfect time to offer a refresher course on how to take care of your feet.
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Each September, the National Council on Aging sponsors Falls Prevention Week. Here are some tips and suggestions to reduce the risk of falling for yourself or an older person you love.
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We believe in the importance of healthy weight management. In fact, it’s one of our community initiatives to help make New Yorkers healthier. That’s why we want to take the time to recognize National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month which takes place in September.
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This year, more than ever, it’s important if your child will be participating in a fall sport that they get a head start on pre-season fitness.
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There’s no doubt a lot has changed this year about the back-to-school season, but one thing that remains the same is the need for good quality, properly fitting shoes for your children to keep their developing feet growing healthy and strong.
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Forceful movement that overstretches the tendon, such as a hard jump, turn, or sudden takeoff and acceleration when running, can cause a partial or full tear of the tendon.
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We want to educate patients about how to be proactive in the care of their feet. For people with diabetes, that means taking special precautions.
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It can happen in an instance…your ankle twists and your feel intense pain. Ankle sprains require immediate medical attention. Here’s why.
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It’s not always easy to get to the root of foot and ankle discomfort. If your foot pain is not being caused by an obvious condition or injury, you may want to consider the following.
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July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month, and we want to share some important information about this condition, which currently affects nearly 300,000 children and teens.
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A new problem arising from the pandemic is patients who are now way overdue for surgery and suffering from problems such as bunions, hammertoes, heel spurs, neuromas, and tendon issues. Continuing to wait will only increase the damage and lengthen the post-operative recovery time for your condition.
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Running allows for social distancing and can be done outdoors. If you’re new to the sport, it’s important to know the injury pitfalls of running and take steps to protect your feet and ankles.
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Everyone’s more than ready for sun and fun, and we want to make sure that a foot injury or other disorder doesn’t stand in your way.
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