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National Handwashing Awareness Week and Your Feet

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve all been washing our hands more than ever. Now that things are beginning to return to normal, we mustn’t forget the essential importance of handwashing. For that reason, December 1-7 is National Handwashing Awareness Week. Let’s take a brief look at why it’s so important and related to […]

Winter Foot Tips for Healthy Feet

Winter is finally here, and with it, the cold weather. People are spending more time indoors, but don’t let that be an excuse to ignore your feet. The truth is during the winter, it’s extremely important to take extra care of your feet. Freezing temperatures, damp socks, even frostbite are all concerns to be taken […]

Could Diabetes be Affecting Your Feet?

November is Diabetes Awareness Month. It is a condition that millions of Americans suffer from and can cause serious health problems, especially for your feet. Now is the perfect time to go over exactly how diabetes impacts your foot health and what you can do. HOW DOES DIABETES IMPACT FOOT HEALTH? When blood sugar levels […]

What To Do About Bunions

Bunions are a real pain. Millions of Americans suffer from bunions, thus decreasing their quality of life. Bunions can keep you from exercising, playing sports, or just going for a walk. Don’t worry, though. There are things you can do to prevent bunions from getting worse and lessen the discomfort. WHAT ARE BUNIONS? Bunions are a […]

Why You Need a Podiatrist on Your Diabetic Health Team

Diabetes is a serious condition affecting over 25 million Americans. Besides other health problems, a diabetic may experience negative effects on their feet. If you’re suffering from this condition, it’s important to know the warning signs and what you can do to prevent any unnecessary discomfort or health issues. FOOT PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH DIABETES Diabetes […]

Cold Feet? You May Have Raynaud’s Disease

Now that it’s Fall, the cold weather is starting. You may begin experiencing coldness in your feet. However, this may be a sign of a unique condition called Raynaud’s Disease. Don’t worry if you’ve never heard of it. October is Raynaud’s Awareness Month, so let’s look at everything you need to know about Raynaud’s. WHAT […]

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