At Goldsmith Podiatry, we know that the warmer weather can be the beginning of a more active lifestyle for many of our patients.
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There are 52 bones in your feet. Low bone density means you are more vulnerable to fractures, which can create long-term disability, especially if they are not diagnosed promptly.
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Each year it’s estimated that about a third of all seniors 65 and over will fall, resulting in injuries and fractures.
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Perhaps you slipped on an icy sidewalk this past winter and turned your ankle, or maybe you injured it last spring while running, but now your ankle is bothering you again.
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May is National Arthritis Awareness Month. At Goldsmith Podiatry we know that this disease can be devastating to your feet. Not only do you have 33 joints in each foot that are potential sites for arthritis, the stress on your foot and ankle joints is greater than other parts of your body because they carry the most weight.
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The first warm days of spring signal the beginning of sandal season and at Goldsmith Podiatry we know that means many of our patients may be heading to the nail salon for a professional pedicure.
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April is Foot Health Awareness Month and here at Goldsmith Podiatry we believe in helping patients be proactive in taking care of their podiatric health.
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With the first nice days of spring finally here, many of our patients at Goldsmith Podiatry are itching to head out of Manhattan to take a hike.
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Pregnancy is an exciting time. As you wait for your new arrival, your body will go through many changes. Some of them will affect your feet.
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It’s estimated that over 30 million Americans are either pre-diabetic or have diabetes. At Goldsmith Podiatry we know this disease presents unique challenges for your feet.
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At Goldsmith Podiatry, we often see children and teens in our Upper West Side office when the sports season changes. Why? Too often, the start of a new season is fraught with injuries. Many of these can be prevented, however, if parents and young athletes take a few precautions.
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As winter hopefully gasps its last breath, many of our female patients at Goldsmith Podiatry are complaining of heel pain. If you’re one of those women and you’ve spent the last several months primarily wearing boots, there may be a connection.
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March is National Nutrition Month, and at Goldsmith Podiatry we know that the health of your feet can be affected by the foods you eat. Below are some do’s and don’ts to help you make the food to foot connection.
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At Goldsmith Podiatry, one of the scenarios we hate to see is a patient who waited too long to call and come in for an appointment to evaluate a foot problem.
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At Goldsmith Podiatry we know that many of our patients are spending their weekend’s skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and participating in other winter sports.
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Cold temperatures and frozen precipitation are leading many New Yorkers to the nearest travel agency to book a warm weather getaway. At Goldsmith Podiatry we are happy for any of our patients who are able to plan a vacation to someplace warm at this time of the year, and we want you to be prepared for a fun and safe trip.
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Are the first steps you take out of bed in the morning extremely painful? Do you experience heel and/or arch pain on a regular basis? If so, you may be suffering along with many of our patients at Goldsmith Podiatry with a condition known as plantar fasciitis.
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February is American Heart Month, and at Goldsmith Podiatry we know one way to both help prevent heart disease and improve the health of your feet is by being active.
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At Goldsmith Podiatry a common reason patients come to us is foot infections, such as athlete’s foot, fungal toenails or warts. Although infections can have a number of causes: viral, bacterial or fungal, they share similarities in how they are spread.
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At Goldsmith Podiatry, we always try to treat foot and ankle disorders with the most conservative methods possible. However, in some cases, surgery becomes the only option for restoring foot function and enabling a patient to continue to enjoy an active and healthy lifestyle.
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