Show Your Feet Some Love

In August, we celebrate National “I Love My Feet” Day. At Goldsmith Podiatry, it’s an excellent opportunity for us to highlight some ways our Manhattan patients can take better care of their feet. The average person will walk 115,000 miles in their lifetime—that’s the equivalent of four times around the earth! In addition to carrying your entire body weight, your feet mirror your general health.

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Fun (and Not so Fun) Facts about Flip-Flops

At Goldsmith Podiatry, we know that flip-flops are a popular style of summer footwear among our Manhattan patients. This easy-to-wear shoe style is a matter of some controversy in the podiatric world. Read on for this summer staple's good, bad, and history.

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Beach Bag Essentials that Can Save Your Feet

At Goldsmith Podiatry, we know many of our Manhattan patients will be looking to cool off this summer on one of the many nearby beaches. Adding a few small items to your beach bag can help you avoid surf and sun hazards that could spoil your beach day. Here’s what to pack!

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Preventing Seasonal Fungal Infections

At Goldsmith Podiatry, we know that as common as seeing hot dogs at barbecues and fireworks on the 4th, we’ll have an increase in fungal foot infections during the summer months. Why now? The biggest reason is that athlete’s foot, toenail fungus, warts, and other foot infections are spread by direct contact

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3 Reasons Why Your Feet Swell

At Goldsmith Podiatry, we know summer weather means swollen feet and ankles for some of our Manhattan patients. When temperatures go up, blood vessels dilate to cool you down. It, however, makes circulation less efficient, and the excess blood and fluid tend to accumulate in your feet and ankles, thanks to gravity. You can minimize heat edema in a few ways.

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Planning a Last-Minute Getaway? What to Pack for Your Feet?

At Goldsmith Podiatry, we’ve heard a lot of complaints from our Manhattan patients about how we just can’t seem to escape winter’s clutches. If you’re jetting off for a break to a warm-weather destination, remember these tips for keeping feet healthy on your vacation.

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