While committing to getting in better physical condition is a goal we endorse, going about it the wrong way can result in damage to your feet and other parts of your body as well. Here are some do’s and don’ts to help you stay on track with your fitness goals.
Read MoreIn patients with Raynaud’s, the smaller arteries that supply blood to your skin narrow in response to the cold (vasospasm) and decrease blood circulations to the extremities—particularly fingers and toes.
Read MoreGoldsmith Podiatry knows there will be lots of resolutions being made, many of which will focus on improving health and well being in 2020. Here are some simple resolutions you can make to help ensure you start the new year off on the right foot!
Read MoreGout is actually a form of arthritis and is sometimes referred to as gouty arthritis. It occurs when there is an overabundance of uric acid in the body that crystalizes in a joint.
Read MoreIf you have diabetes, we at Goldsmith Podiatry have special concerns about the health of your feet. Poor circulation, neuropathy, or loss of sensation in your feet and decreased immune system function are all associated with diabetes.
Read MoreYou can reduce your risk of a winter spill. Below are the most common reasons why people twist an ankle in the winter and how to avoid them.
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Be good to your feet this holiday season. Shopping, cooking, waiting in endless lines, socializing, and other activities during the holiday season can leave your feet feeling a little Grinchy. There are, however, ways to help your feet be of good cheer.
Read MoreAt Goldsmith Podiatry, we’re always available to answer questions for our patients, but we know it’s very frustrating to realize on your way home from an appointment that you forgot to ask an important question about your condition.
Read MoreAt 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.
Read MoreAt 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.”
Read MoreIt’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.
Read MoreAt 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…
Read MoreAt 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.
Read MoreAt 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.
Read MoreIf 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.
Read MoreWorld 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.
Read MoreAt Goldsmith Podiatry we know that winter is right around the corner and many patients may be getting out their winter boots soon.
Read MoreIf 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.
Read MoreAt 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.
Read MoreAt 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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