Great Gifts for Your Feet

At Goldsmith Podiatry, we hope our Manhattan patients are enjoying the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. We’d also like to suggest that you put your feet on your gift list. After all, these amazing structures work hard all year long to help you get where you need to go. Below are some treats your feet are sure to enjoy.

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Bunion Do’s and Don’ts

One of the more common podiatric concerns that we at Goldsmith Podiatry see in our Manhattan patients is bunions. Nearly everyone can identify this condition by the signature bump at the base of the big (or sometimes pinky) toe, but beyond that it’s often unclear to patients what to do about it. Below are some do’s and don’ts to help clarify this condition.

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Sesamoids: Little Bones that Can Cause Big Problems

Sometimes it may feel like a pebble in your shoe or your sock is bunched up. Other patients may feel a dull ache or pain under the big toe that may come and go, getting worse with activity and better with rest. The source of this discomfort often turns out to be two tiny bones known as sesamoids.

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Spooky Sounding Foot Disorders

October is the month for scary activities, and so here at Goldsmith Podiatry, we thought we’d offer Manhattan patients our own Halloween contribution with some information on podiatric conditions that sound rather scary—but are quite treatable. Read on for some frightful-sounding foot problems.

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Make the Most of Your Podiatrist

At Goldsmith Podiatry, we want to encourage our Manhattan patients to take advantage of our podiatrists, Dr. Howard Goldsmith, Dr. Rosanna Troia, and Dr. Kristina Ruff. During the month of October, there’s a special day we recognize: International Podiatry Day. It’s a good time to remind patients of all the ways your podiatrist can help you live a healthier life.

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Do’s and Don’ts for Enjoying Autumn Hikes

At Goldsmith Podiatry, we know that during fall many of our Manhattan patients love to get out of the city for a day and enjoy the beautiful fall foliage on upstate hiking trails. Hiking can be a strenuous activity, however, especially for your feet. Below are some do’s and don’ts to help you enjoy your hike and protect your feet.

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Protect Young Athletes from Fall Sports Injuries

With fall sports well underway, we at Goldsmith Podiatry are seeing more sports injuries in our young Manhattan athletes. Overuse injuries such as shin splints, Sever’s disease, Achilles tendonitis, and ankle sprains can result from poor conditioning before the season begins or caused by too rigorous practice and play schedule.

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Common Causes of Fall Foot Pain

At Goldsmith Podiatry, a question we frequently hear from our Manhattan patients during the fall is, "Why are my feet hurting now?" Of course, one possibility at any time of the year is that a new foot problem has developed. It's always best to make an appointment promptly at our Upper West Side office by calling: 212-877-1002 as soon as you notice new or worsening foot pain.

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Top 5 Reasons for Falls and How to Prevent Them

The first day of fall is a natural reminder for Falls Prevention Awareness Day. Falls are the number one cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries in people 65 and older. At Goldsmith Podiatry we’re committed to helping our senior patients and those who love them to prevent falls. Below are five common causes of falls and how to correct them.

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Walk Your Way into a Healthier Fall

New evidence suggests that walking may be just as effective as more strenuous workouts because it is so easy and low stress. Now is a great time to establish a solid walking routine before all the back-to-school craziness and other activities of the fall get into full swing.

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