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Sneaky Ways the Sun Damages Your Skin
Sneaky Ways the Sun Damages Your Skin

Patients that are diligent about applying (and reapplying) sunscreen at the beach and pool and never use tanning beds may not be safe from damaging UVA/UVB rays that can cause sunburn and raise the risk for melanomas and other skin cancers.

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skin conditions, skin cancer, summer foot healthNYSPMAAugust 2, 2021sunburn, skin, UVA/UVB rays, sun exposure
5 Tips for a Foot Healthy Beach Day
5 Tips for a Foot Healthy Beach Day

A day of sun and surf is a great way to cool off and relax. Here are five tips for protecting your feet on a beach day.

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Foot Health, foot safety, Sports Injuries, summer foot healthNYSPMAJuly 27, 2021ankle sprain, sports injury, fungal infection, beach safety
Encourage Safe Summer Sports for Your Children
Encourage Safe Summer Sports for Your Children

It’s National Youth Sports Week, and we wanted to take this opportunity to offer our families some information on the importance of sports and how to make sure children play safely without injury.

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foot injuries, physical fitness, Sports InjuriesNYSPMAJuly 21, 2021sports injury, injury
4 Health Issues Your Feet May Reveal
4 Health Issues Your Feet May Reveal

Symptoms in your feet may reveal secrets about the health of the rest of your body? Here are 4 issues your feet can reveal.

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diabetes, circulationNYSPMAJuly 13, 2021diabetes, peripheral arterial disease, skin cancer, ulcer
Do You Know the Signs of Juvenile Arthritis?
Do You Know the Signs of Juvenile Arthritis?

In honor of Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month, we want to give parents some information about this condition that can affect your child’s feet, ankles, legs, and the rest of their body.

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arthritisNYSPMAJuly 7, 2021arthritis, juvenile arthritis
Plan for a Foot-Healthy Vacation
Plan for a Foot-Healthy Vacation

You may not be thinking about your feet as you make vacation plans, but podiatric pain or injury can sideline your trip in a hurry. Here are some tips to ensure your vacation is foot-pain-free.

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Common Foot Conditions, foot safety, summer foot healthNYSPMAJune 29, 2021orthotic, sprains, injuries, fungal infection, vacation
Avoid Foot Infection Hot Spots this Summer
Avoid Foot Infection Hot Spots this Summer

The temperatures aren’t the only things heating up during the summer months. Opportunities for foot infections abound this season.

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fungal infections, summer foot healthNYSPMAJune 22, 2021Athlete's foot, toenail fungus
Do’s and Don’ts for Healthier Male Feet
Do’s and Don’ts for Healthier Male Feet

June is Men’s Health Month, and this means a chance to share some helpful podiatric pointers with all our male patients and the women who love them.

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men's foot health, toenail conditions, Proper Foot CareNYSPMAJune 15, 2021men's foot health, gout, athlete's foot, fungal toenails, ingrown toenails, hypertension, diabetes
6 Factors that Raise Your Risk for Gout
6 Factors that Raise Your Risk for Gout

Gout most often occurs in the joint of the big toe and causes swelling, redness, inflammation, and limiting the ability to bend or move the toe.

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diabetes, arthritis, goutNYSPMAJune 8, 2021gout, diabetes
Best Summer Shoe Choices
Best Summer Shoe Choices

Memorial Day marks the official beginning of summer, and that means a whole new shoe wardrobe of fun styles to celebrate the season. Here are some popular choices and suggestions for ensuring the shoes you pick are safe and healthy for your feet.

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foot safety, footwearNYSPMAJune 2, 2021ankle sprain, fungal infections, summer foot care, shoes
Dealing with Psoriatic Arthritis
Dealing with Psoriatic Arthritis

Many patients hear arthritis and immediately think of the joint pain that often affects older people. But arthritis is an umbrella term covering over 100 disorders. One type is psoriatic arthritis.

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arthritis, skin conditionsNYSPMAMay 25, 2021Arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, skin lesions
New York Getting Back to Normal!
New York Getting Back to Normal!

As more and more New Yorkers get vaccinated and the rates of the virus and hospitalizations continue to drop, there appears to be light at the end of the tunnel.

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COVID-19, healthy lifestyleNYSPMAMay 18, 2021New York, Coronavirus, CDC guidelines
Keep Your Feet Healthy this Summer
Keep Your Feet Healthy this Summer

New Yorkers are looking forward to some summer fun and we’d like to offer some suggestions for ways to protect your feet and avoid common podiatric problems this season.

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summer foot health, health and wellness tips, podiatric healthNYSPMAMay 11, 2021ankle sprain, foot injury, athlete's foot, warts, toenail fungus, skin cancer
Common Causes of Ingrown Toenails
Common Causes of Ingrown Toenails

For some people, the tendency for a nail to become ingrown can be genetic. It may be a chronic problem that will require a more permanent solution.

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toe conditions, toe pain, toenail conditionsNYSPMAMay 5, 2021ingrown toenail, shoes, toenail trimming
5 Ways to Protect Feet When Mowing
5 Ways to Protect Feet When Mowing

It’s the season for revving up the power mowers and want to offer some important reminders to help prevent foot and ankle injuries from this common chore.

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foot injuries, foot safetyNYSPMAApril 27, 2021shoes, lawn mover, foot injuries, lawn mower safety
Diabetic Feet Need Extra TLC
Diabetic Feet Need Extra TLC

Patients with diabetes need to go beyond basics and take some additional steps to prevent podiatric complications that can stem from this disease.

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Diabetic Foot Care, nerve disorders, podiatric health, wound careNYSPMAApril 20, 2021diabetes, warts, calluses, corns, ingrown nails, fungi
What’s Making Your Heel Hurt?
What’s Making Your Heel Hurt?

Heel pain is one of the most common podiatric problems patients experience. Tracking down the source of heel pain can be tricky, however, as there is a wide range of potential causes.

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heel pain, plantar fasciitisNYSPMAApril 13, 2021heel pain, arthritis, plantar fasciitis, weight gain, footwear
6 Tips for Healthy Feet
6 Tips for Healthy Feet

Your feet are unique structures that often get taken for granted. This month, feet take front and center because April is National Foot Health Awareness Month.

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Foot Health, health and wellness tipsNYSPMAApril 6, 2021healthy feet, heel pain, hygiene, fungal infections, warts, diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis
Do’s and Don’ts for Getting Back in the Swing this Spring
Do’s and Don’ts for Getting Back in the Swing this Spring

It’s been a long winter, and our bodies are ready to get moving! One of the best ways to start ramping up your fitness level is with a walking or running program.

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exercise injury, foot injuries, healthy lifestyle, physical fitnessNYSPMAMarch 30, 2021exercise, heel pain, diabetes, bunions, Achilles tendon
Don’t Skip Doctor’s Visits to Avoid COVID
Don’t Skip Doctor’s Visits to Avoid COVID

Patients are canceling doctor's appointments for routine care and checkups because of a fear of contracting the coronavirus. Medical experts predict this will have far more detrimental effects on patients' health compared to the risk of getting COVID.

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COVID-19, Telemedicine, Foot HealthNYSPMAMarch 23, 2021COVID-19, Safety tips, telemedicine, ankle sprain, diabetes, wound care, bunions
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