Laser Away That Yellow Toenail Fungus Before SummerApr 22, 2022Sandal season is upon us. If toenail fungus has you worrying about the summer, it’s time to explore convenient, comfortable laser treatment. Continue reading →
29 Tips from Podiatrists for Managing Arthritis Pain in Your FeetJun 27, 2019“The feet are prime real estate for arthritis,” says Doug Tumen, DPM, board-certified podiatrist, author of Ask The Foot Doctor, and a founding partner of Hudson Valley Foot Associates. Each foot has 26 bones and 33 joints...Continue reading →
Do compression socks really work?Jun 27, 2019“Compression socks work by applying a constant pressure to the ankle and calf area,” explains Dr. Doug Tumen, a podiatrist at Hudson Valley Foot Associates in Kingston, New York, and the author of Ask the Foot Doctor:...Continue reading →
Tendonitis anyone?Aug 28, 2012If you follow any professional sport that involves running, you are likely to hear of a player who is suffering from tendonitis. But, what is it? And, do you have it? All muscles of your extremities (arms, legs, hands, feet, etc.) have tendons. Continue reading →
Walk This WayAug 21, 2012America is exercise crazy! We Zumba, yoga, hip-hop, box, triathalon, boot camp, and sweat-to-the oldies. But one of the easiest, most inexpensive and enjoyable exercise forms is walking. It’s a great way to lose weight, stay fit,and enjoy life. Continue reading →
When Your Heels HurtAug 14, 2012What is the largest bone in the foot? Right…your heel bone, also known as the calcaneus. It absorbs all of your body’s weight each time you take a step, run or jump. So, is it any wonder that one of the most common foot ailments people have is heel pain? Continue reading →