At Goldsmith Podiatry, we see many foot and ankle problems that can be traced back to improper footwear. Conversely, wearing good quality shoes that are supportive and fit properly can help prevent foot pain and several common disorders.
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At Goldsmith Podiatry, we so often hear patients who come into our Upper West Side Manhattan office with a painful ingrown toenail say, “I wish I had come in sooner.”
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It’s American Diabetes Month, and at Goldsmith Podiatry we are committed to helping our patients who have diabetes be proactive in managing their disease and protecting the health of their feet.
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At Goldsmith Podiatry, our patients are often surprised to hear that there is an increased risk of fungal infection in the fall. While many people associate athlete’s foot, toenail fungus…
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At Goldsmith Podiatry, we find that often patients put off visiting our Upper West Side office for foot problems because they are afraid of what treatment will entail.
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At Goldsmith Podiatry, we know that swelling can just be the after-effects of a long day on your feet. However, there are other reasons for swelling that can point to changes in the body that need to be addressed.
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If you’ve hurt your toe, your main concern may be getting relief from the pain and discomfort, but at Goldsmith Podiatry, we know that it’s important to get an accurate diagnosis of your injury in order to determine the best course of treatment.
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World Arthritis Day is October 12th, and here at Goldsmith Podiatry we think it’s a good time to give our patients some reminders about how to take good care of your joints.
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At Goldsmith Podiatry we know that winter is right around the corner and many patients may be getting out their winter boots soon.
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If you’re expecting a baby, congratulations! At Goldsmith Podiatry, we know that your feet are probably the last thing on your mind right now, but as your pregnancy progresses, you will want to take steps to stay comfortable and protect the health of your feet.
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At Goldsmith Podiatry, we treat patients of all ages. For our senior patients, falls are a big concern. It’s estimated that an older American is seen in an emergency room every 11 seconds for a fall injury.
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At Goldsmith Podiatry, as sure as fall follows summer, we can expect to see some of our younger patients in our Upper West Side office with ankle sprains, heel pain, stress fractures, turf toe, and other sports injuries.
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If you spent a majority of your time in flip-flops since gripping with the toes are necessary to keep these shoes on. Now, however, even as you transition to other shoe styles, your toe still seems to be unusually bent in a position that resembles a hammer.
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At Goldsmith Podiatry we want to offer some suggestions to parents who are getting ready to make that all-important purchase: new shoes for the new school year. Below are some common pitfalls that parents fall into and how to avoid them.
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At Goldsmith Podiatry, we’re doing our part to contribute to education as we celebrate this back to school time of year with some fun facts about footwear.
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August 17th is National I Love My Feet Day, and we at Goldsmith Podiatry cannot let that pass by without putting in a plug for your feet.
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At Goldsmith Podiatry, we caution patients never to ignore foot or leg pain. Although many times pain in your lower extremities can be overworked muscles, persistent pain, or a feeling of fatigue in your legs and feet, this can also be the sign of a serious disease.
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The best summer fashions will be useless if you’re sidelined with a podiatric problem that prevents you from being on your feet and enjoying vacation activities.
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Summertime means fun in the sun, swimming at the pool and shore and family get-togethers. At Goldsmith Podiatry, we also know that this season can present special challenges for patients with diabetes.
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Originally designed as shower shoes or to wear around the pool, flip-flops have become the full-time summer shoe of choice for many people.
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