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Dealing with Fall Foot Pain

Cooler weather is here to stay, and it’s about this time of the year that we at NY Foot Health know that many of our podiatrists begin to hear complaints of unexplained foot pain. Changes in season bring changes in footwear, which can be the starting point of new or worsening foot discomfort for many people.

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3 Common Fall Sports Injuries

Fall sports are in high gear, and at NY Foot Health, our podiatrists are seeing a rise in the number of sports injuries they treat in patients. Learn about the three conditions frequently seen in fall sports.

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Should You See the Podiatrist for an Ingrown Toenail?

At NY Foot Health, we know that patients often are unsure whether or not to call the podiatrist for common foot conditions—one of these is an ingrown toenail. In this case, the answer to that question is: It depends.

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Weight Matters For Your Feet

At NY Foot Health, we are committed to helping patients be proactive in their podiatric health. There's a strong connection between your weight and the health of your feet. Your feet carry the load of your entire body weight—the more you weigh, the harder your feet work.

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Prep Now For Fall Sports

Fall is right around the corner, and if you or a young athlete in your family are looking forward to fall sports, take action now to ensure a smooth and healthy start to the season.

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5 Conditions Caused by High Heels

Wearing high heels too long or too often brings risks to your foot health. New York Foot Health covers the risks with more information in their latest blog

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PREVENTING TOENAIL FUNGUS

At NY Foot Health, summer means more opportunities to contract toenail fungus. Toenail fungus is an infection that occurs underneath the surface of the nail. It is caused by microscopic fungi, and transmission occurs through direct contact.

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PLANTAR FASCIITIS AFFECTS PROS AND WEEKEND WARRIORS ALIKE

If you’re a golf fan, we at NY Foot Health know you were probably disappointed to see Tiger Woods drop out of the Masters Tournament earlier this month. Woods, who has won the prestigious Masters five times, sadly had to officially step off the Augusta National green due to reaggravating his plantar fasciitis. Unfortunately, this condition which causes severe heel pain does not just afflict professional athletes.

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SAY “YES” TO EXERCISE IF YOU HAVE ARTHRITIS

May is Arthritis Awareness Month, and at NY Foot Health, we know that regular exercise can be a big factor in managing arthritis and improving overall mobility. We also know that it can be painful, and for that reason many patients with joint pain have difficulty finding an exercise plan that works. Below are some tips to help.

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DE-STRESS FOR HEALTHIER FEET

An unexpected bill, tight deadline at work, the crazy driver that cut you off on the highway—there’s no shortage of stressors out there! At NY Foot Health, we want to recognize Stress Awareness Month with some information about stress and your podiatric health. Stress can act as a trigger for certain conditions that affect your feet such as Raynaud’s and psoriasis. Prolonged stress also elevates your risk significantly for high blood pressure or, as it’s also known, hypertension.

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