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Are flip-flops bad for your feet?

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Mar 18, 2022

Flip-flops are not only a staple by the pool and in gym showers; they’ve become an easy, breezy shoe choice year-round and on every occasion.While this beloved lightweight footwear allows your feet to breathe, medical experts say they may not...

How to prevent and treat athlete’s foot

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Nov 17, 2021

Sweaty feet stuck in shoes all day can be stinky and gross. But even more than smelly feet, this environment is the perfect breeding ground for germs or for contracting a rash known as athlete’s foot.Athlete’s foot can be misleading...

How to care for an ingrown toenail

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Sep 5, 2021

Whether you flaunt your feet in summer sandals or hide them away in winter boots, your toes need proper care. When a toenail becomes irritated, improperly trimmed or misshaped, it can lead to an ingrown toenail.What is an ingrown toenail?An...

Are high heels bad for your feet?

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Sep 5, 2021

Those killer high heels may make or break an outfit, but they can also wreak havoc on your feet. High heels are the No. 1 culprit of foot pain for women, according to the American Podiatric Medical Association. While you may...

The truth about discolored toenails

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Aug 21, 2021

Your good friend calls you up to invite you for a pedicure. You think of how relaxing it would be to soak your feet in some sudsy water and get pampered. You deserve some time away, but suddenly you remember...

4 ways to get rid of aching arches in your feet

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Jun 22, 2021

As a foot and ankle orthopedic surgeon, I can tell you one of the most common complaints I get: aching arches. Arch pain is often caused by low-arched feet. The terminology for low arched feet can be somewhat confusing, but common...

3 steps to healthy feet (and 4 all too common problems)

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Mar 23, 2021

You probably don’t spend much time thinking about your feet if they are working as intended — carrying you to and from where you want to be. But if injury or pain ever affects your ankles or feet, it’s likely...

Working from home may hurt your feet

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Feb 26, 2021

Working from home has become the standard for millions of Americans due to COVID-19, and it’s a trend that many believe will continue past this pandemic. People who previously spent hours on their feet or frequently moving around throughout the...

Are your cracked heels causing alarm?

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Aug 5, 2017

If you’ve been outside barefoot or constantly wearing flip flop sandals this summer, you may have dry heels.Give your feet a break from constant exposure, and find ways to treat your dry, cracked heels. John Brust, DPM, a podiatrist on...

6 ways to tip-toe into healthy foot care

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Mar 21, 2017

It’s easy to take our feet for granted until certain problems or pain arise. However, foot care shouldn’t be put aside until problems get worse — it should be taken care of on a daily basis with preventative measures.Kushal Patel, MD,...