St. Patrick’s Day is a whirlwind of parades, music, and community. But if you are managing diabetic foot complications like neuropathy or poor circulation, a day of celebration is also a day of vigilance for us at Syracuse Podiatry. While the holiday is all about fun and the luck of the Irish, your foot […]
In honor of National Nutrition Month, we at Syracuse Podiatry are writing about the foods that cause us foot pain, specifically when it comes to inflammatory diseases like arthritis and tendonitis. While we usually blame our shoes or our workout routines for foot pain, what you eat can either act as a natural medicine […]
The Winter Olympics showcase incredible feats of athleticism, but they also highlight the extreme physical toll these sports take on even the most athletic feet in the world. While we often focus on the spectacular jumps and high-speed runs, the real battle is frequently fought in the feet and ankles. Here are five common foot […]
As a parent, it’s always a bit concerning when your active child suddenly starts limping or complaining that their heel hurts, especially when there isn’t a clear trip and fall moment. The good news? Children’s feet are resilient, and most heel pain is tied to the way they grow. Here is a breakdown of what […]
When the temperatures in Syracuse freeze over, so can your toes. You see, your toes are in a vulnerable position in relation to your body, which makes frostbite a sneaky injury. But we at Syracuse Podiatry have seen that frostbite doesn’t always start with sharp pain or a dramatic event. In fact, it often sets in […]
The temperature lately has been nothing short of freezing. But what does that have to do with our heart health? If your blood flow is struggling, your feet are usually the first place to send up a flare. If you have been noticing some strange changes below the ankles, here are seven signs of poor […]
If you were watching the Bills game during the divisional round, you saw Bo Nix lead an overtime drive to seal the win, much to our dismay. But the real shocker came after the game when Coach Payton said Nix had actually fractured his right ankle on the final drive. While most of us aren’t […]
When you think about thyroid health, you probably think of things like weight changes, feeling tired all the time, or a racing heart. But when your thyroid is out of whack, the effects can trickle all the way down to your toes. In fact, your feet can be one of the first places to send […]
From icy sidewalks to deep snowdrifts, the wrong boot can lead to everything from blisters and nerve compression to debilitating slips and frostbite. To keep your feet healthy this season, you need to match your boot technology to your specific lifestyle. Here’s what we at Syracuse Podiatry recommend in a winter boot as the cold […]
When the temperature drops, it is tempting to hibernate. However, winter offers a unique opportunity for improving foot and ankle health. Cold-weather activities require balance and stabilization that provide a built-in workout for the small muscles in your lower extremities. Here are the pros and cons of 8 winter-focused activities, courtesy of us at Syracuse […]
