February is American Heart Month and a great opportunity to learn some simple ways to prevent heart disease.
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What’s red, swollen, extremely painful and grows into the skin around your toe? An ingrown toenail, and at NY Foot Health, we know that anyone who has had one does not want to have it happen again.
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At NY Foot Health, we know that peripheral neuropathy is a serious condition that can result in harm to your feet and the rest of your body if not detected and properly managed.
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At NY Foot Health, we want to encourage all our patients to make fitness a priority. Regular exercise has many benefits to your podiatric and overall health. Below are some common reasons fitness resolutions fail and what to do about them.
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Most patients want to get relief as soon as possible. Below are three possible reasons for itchy feet and what to do about them.
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At NY Foot Health, we know winter has its own unique appeal for athletes. Two sports that are particularly popular at this time of the year are basketball and ice hockey. Below are some tips for protecting your feet and ankles as you enjoy these sports.
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Choosing the right shoes for your feet is the single, biggest preventive step you can take to protect your feet and ankles from pain and injury. Why not consider one or more of these footwear resolutions in the New Year.
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At NY Foot Health, we know many of our patients love ice skating, skiing, tobogganing, and other cold-weather fun activities. We’d like to help you maximize your winter sport enjoyment by protecting your feet and ankles from harm.
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Baby it’s cold outside! That means ice, snow, sleet, and slippery conditions. At NY Foot Health, we know that one of the biggest causes of foot and ankle injuries during the winter months are slips and falls.
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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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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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Baby, it’s getting cold out there, and at NY Foot Health, we know there are foot care needs unique to the winter season. Below are some common winter foot problems and what to do about them.
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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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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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At NY Foot Health, we’re happy to promote National Take a Hike Day, which occurs each November. There are several benefits to hiking!
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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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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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October is Raynaud’s Awareness Month, and at NY Foot Health, we want to help our patients better understand this oftentimes puzzling condition.
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At NY Foot Health, we know no one ever plans to have an accident or seriously injure a foot or ankle, but when it happens, there is much the podiatrist can do to surgically repair damage to the lower extremities.
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From screening and diagnosing to treating and prescribing therapies and medical equipment, the podiatrist can help you live a healthy and active life. You can maximize those benefits by preparing properly for your next visit.
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