The weather is hot and humid. Our feet are sweating more than usual. Our feet are often covered with shoes creating a dark, moist environment. In other words, conditons are ripe for fungus to thrive. Athlete’ s Foot is a fungal infection of the skin. It is extremely common because our feet are […]
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When the temperature climbs to near 90 degrees and the humidity is high, it is important to take logical steps to prevent heat related health issues. Dehydration is a major risk. Many people are walking around everyday in a mildly dehydrated state. The old adage of drinking 8 cups of water may be more
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Patients visiting us at East Avenue Podiatry in Norwalk, CT are pleasantly surprised by the short waiting time. I have always prided myself on running on time. This is accomplished by scheduling patients at reasonable intervals and dedicating my time in the office to patient care. I believe the working hours are just that, time
This is an article I wrote in 2006 about the foot injuries that affect tennis players. The game of tennis is a life long sport which provides great rewards from a competitive, social and exercise perspective. I grew up as the son of a physical fitness teacher and as a result always loved sports.
Barefoot running or running with a minimal shoe has become a bit of a fad. The theory is that running this way is more natural and therefore better for our feet and bodies. However, most people need more support when running. We were also never meant to run on hard surfaces like pavement.
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The feet are very susceptible to insect bites. Often in the summer we wear open shoes or sandals. Insect bites are a form of injury that results in puncture wounds or lacerations made by insects. Insects often inject formic acid, which can trigger a reaction, including redness, swelling, pain or itching. There is always
It is a question often asked by a patient as I am caring for their feet. Many seem curious why someone would choose to take care of feet for a career. I certainly understand this curiosity. My decision was not made so I would be called, “Dr. Lonnie Resnick”. Nor was it because I
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One of the most rewarding parts of being a podiatrist is the relationships you form over the years with families. While foot issues increase in number as we age, little children can present with conditions that need addressing. Common conditions in children include warts, ingrown toenails, plantar fasciitis, growth plate issues (often in the heel)
The temperatures are increasing this week. There are some basic health tips when the temperature gets up into the 80s and above. They are even more important when the humidity is high. Be sure to drink plenty of fluids. Liquids containing caffeine and alcohol are not desirable and can have a detrimental affect. It
We all know how annoying and downright uncomfortable a splinter buried in and under the skin can feel. Splinters on the bottom of the feet have the added issue of your weight putting all that pressure on it every step you take. A splinter that is not removed in a timely manner may lead to infection
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