It’s hard to believe something as small as an ingrown toenail can cause such a big problem. Here are some tips for taking care of and, even more importantly, avoiding ingrown toenails.
Read MoreOctober is the month of witches and ghosts, and all things scary, and we thought this might be a good time to address some creepy-looking foot conditions with our Manhattan patients.
Read MorePain from bunions and hammertoes may become more noticeable as we enter the fall season when we change our footwear to more closed-in styles. Here are some tips for dealing with these painful and potentially disabling conditions.
Read MoreOctober is National Physical Therapy Month. Physical therapy can play a vital role in the management and rehabilitation of many acute and chronic foot and ankle conditions.
Read MoreHere are some tips our Manhattan families can use to keep feet and ankles healthy and prevent common podiatric disorders.
Read MoreWe’re entering the hiking season, but hitting the trails unprepared can leave you with foot and other problems. Here are some tips to make the most of this fun fall activity.
Read MoreAt Goldsmith Podiatry, we always encourage our Manhattan patients to be proactive in the health of their feet. We sometimes find, however, people may not realize how many actions they take may seem completely disconnected from the feet but can have a significant impact on their podiatric health.
Read MoreWe want our Manhattan seniors to know the facts about falls and how to prevent them. Below are some common myths we’d like to help dispel.
Read MoreIn September, we at Goldsmith Podiatry recognize National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. It’s estimated that nearly 20 percent of our children and teens are now obese.
Read MoreGoldsmith Podiatry wants to encourage parents to help their children start transitioning to a more active lifestyle and prepping for their sport now.
Read MoreAt Goldsmith Podiatry, we know back to school may look quite different this year, but keeping up familiar rituals like shopping for new shoes will give your child a sense of reassurance. And, chances are, their feet have grown and it’s time for new shoes regardless of what the classroom situation looks like.
Read MoreThe Achilles tendon is a long band of tissue that connects the muscle of the calf to the heel bone. It enables the heel to lift off the ground when you walk. Although it’s a strong tendon, when a sudden and extreme force is exerted on the tendon causing it to overstretch, a tear or complete rupture can occur.
Read MorePart of what makes surgery scary is the fear of the unknown. Below are five questions to ask before surgery to help clarify what will happen and allay uncertainties you may have.
Read MoreIf you have suffered an ankle-twisting injury, putting off seeking treatment can lead to more severe problems.
Read MoreIf traditional flip-flops are your summertime footwear of choice, we want to sound a cautionary alarm about spending too many hours in this type of shoe.
Read MoreSandals and open-toed shoe styles often provide an incentive to deal with unsightly toenails that are thick, yellowed, and deformed in appearance due to fungal conditions. We have treatments to help your toenails.
Read MoreJuly is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month and a good opportunity to share some information about this condition that affects nearly 300,000 children and teens in our country.
Read MoreAt Goldsmith Podiatry, we want to recognize Men’s Health Month and encourage all our Manhattan men, and the people who love them, to take the opportunity to focus on this important issue. Below are five ways to help improve men’s health:
Read MoreDon’t let a foot injury spoil your fun in the sun. Observe the following four precautions to ensure your beach day will be the best it can be
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