Happy New Year, everybody! January is Thyroid Awareness Month. Did you know thyroid disease can have a lot to do with your feet? Your thyroid gland affects everything from your nervous system to your heart rate, so it’s no surprise that thyroid disease plays into foot health. In fact, your feet will often give you […]
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When To See a Podiatrist
Most people have a habit of waiting until they’re suffering before they ask their podiatrist for help. Some things like occasional soreness after a long day of walking around or swelling after a 10k run are bound to happen. But sometimes what seems like a minor ache can turn into serious pain and long-term damage […]
What Is Gout?
Have you heard of gout? Most people haven’t, but if they have, they don’t know what it is. Gout is a common form of arthritis, affecting primarily the big toe joint. It can come on suddenly, without warning, and lead to a lot of pain and discomfort. Here at Syracuse Podiatry, we want to help […]
Burning Feet: What It Means and How You Can Treat It
Have you noticed a strange burning sensation in your feet? It’s not uncommon! Experiencing burning feet can have many different causes and, luckily, solutions. Here is everything you need to know about burning feet and how you can beat it! Causes Foot fatigue or a skin infection might create temporary burning. But consistent burning is […]
5 Of the Most Common Foot Problems
Between walking, running, jumping, and exercising, our feet take on a lot of stress. This can easily lead to a foot ailment if you don’t take good care of your feet. We want to raise awareness of some of the top problems you could face if you’re not careful. Keep reading to learn more! Bunions […]
Healing Hammertoes
Hammertoes are a deformity to your toe, which causes pain and difficulty walking. They got their name from how the toe joint usually resembles a hammer. If you leave a hammertoe uninterrupted, it will become stiff, and you might not be able to move it. That’s why healing your hammertoe quickly is the most important […]
Give Your Feet Some Love
Syracuse Podiatry wishes you a happy holiday season! Our feet do so much for us, yet they’re often overlooked when it comes to what we’re thankful for. A lot of physical stress is put on our feet daily, which is why it’s so important to take care of them. But this year we want to […]
Beating Blisters
Blisters might be small, but they sure do pack a punch when it comes to foot pain. If you’ve found a blister on your toes or feet, you might be clueless about how to get rid of it. Popping your blister or attempting to take care of it at home usually does more damage. So, […]
What Is Morton’s Neuroma?
Are you experiencing pain on the ball of your foot, specifically around your third and fourth toes? Do you constantly feel like you have a pebble stuck in your shoe? You might be one of over 200,000 people diagnosed with Morton’s neuroma this year. So, what is it exactly? Morton’s neuroma is a nerve disorder, […]
Keep Your Toenails in Great Shape
Even though the weather is getting colder and most of us are putting away our sandals for the fall and winter, keeping our toes healthy and clean is still important. There are plenty of problems our toenails can face, which is why prevention is the best course of action. Don’t start acting once it’s too […]