For two weeks every four years, millions of Americans huddle around the television to watch the biggest names of the Summer Olympics compete for gold. Athletes like Simone Biles, Michael Phelps, and Kerri Walsh Jennings generate huge interest in their respective sports, and as a result, cause a spike in youth participation. Many people have […]
When we cut or scrape our skin, our cells require adequate blood flow to that area in order to heal the wound. This blood delivers clotting agents that stop the wound from bleeding, in addition to oxygen and nutrients that allow new skin cells to grow. Wounds or sores that do not heal properly are […]
Before the recent string of cloudy and rainy days, temperatures in Central New York had been creeping above 90 degrees Fahrenheit. With the added humidity and lack of wind, simply standing outside seemed to be enough to produce sweat from pores all over our body! With over 250,000 glands covering a rather condensed area, the […]
Cysts are fluid-filled sacs that can develop on any part of the body. In our feet, they most commonly develop directly under the skin, although they can also be found in deeper bones, joints, and ligaments. They are often caused by improperly-fitting footwear or foot injuries. Some cysts might only be noticed if they cause […]
The other weekend, the PGA Championship at Baltusrol Golf Club in Springfield, New Jersey marked the end of the men’s major golf championship season. Many of the world’s best golfers now have their eyes set on a gold medal at the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. However, the beautiful weather in Central New York means […]
At Syracuse Podiatry, located in Fayetteville, New York, we want to make sure that you are receiving the appropriate treatment for all of your foot and ankle needs. Board-certified podiatrist Dr. Ryan L. D’Amico is trained to carry out several different therapeutic procedures to relieve your pain or discomfort. However, certain conditions respond best to […]
Adequate blood circulation is absolutely essential for our body to function properly. Circulation benefits our cells in two ways: by supplying them with oxygen and nutrients, and by clearing them of carbon dioxide and other waste. Our legs and feet are packed with muscles and tissues, which means that they require constant blood flow to […]
Despite what its name suggests, athlete’s foot, also known as tinea pedis, does not only affect those who play sports. It is a common fungal skin infection that presents as a rash on the foot or between the toes. It can make the skin burn, itch, peel, or crack. Several types of fungi are responsible […]
Summer in Onondaga County means relaxing by Onondaga Lake, spending a day with the family at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo, or playing pickup games with the neighbors. A painful toe deformity such as hammertoe could mean spending more time indoors instead of being on your feet. Hammertoe occurs when a weakness in the middle joint […]
Stretching large muscles like the hamstrings, quadriceps, and calves seems like a no brainer to us when we are preparing to participate in activities like soccer, tennis, or dance. However, because they are so important in supporting our body weight, the feet and toes should not be neglected. If they are not cared for, they […]
