Podiatry Blog

Whether you prefer working out inside at a gym or you’re excited to move your training outside in the nicer spring weather, fungus is among us – there’s no getting around it! Fungi thrive in warm, damp environments, so that gym locker room you frequent, or that puddle...

Whenever you see those gadget commercials on late night TV revealing a host of amazing features, the claims seem pretty far-fetched and hard to believe. However, in the case of custom orthotic inserts, these incredible devices truly can help with a litany of different...

Basketball involves constant jumping up and down, changing directions, and playing on hard surfaces, all of which can lead to heel pain. Of course, you don’t have to play basketball for your heels to hurt – there are many causes behind this common problem! There is,...

Sometimes you can buy a dress or suit off the rack and it fits you perfectly, but other times, it just doesn’t cut it, and you may need to take it to a tailor for adjustments in order for it to fit properly and meet your specifications. Orthotics are kind of like...

Best friends are always there for each other, right? Well, when bunion pain is bothering you, and your bunion could really use a little help, guess what? You can count on orthotics to save the day! Sure, they’re typically used to correct biomechanical flaws and hold...

Spring is almost here, and that means your hibernation is over! It’s time to jump off that treadmill and head outside to enjoy some fresh air and dry pavement! Of course, if you struggle with bunion pain, that might be easier said than done. Bunions have a way of...

Troy Night Out happens the last Friday of every month from 5 – 9 pm. Parents can shop, dine, and enjoy a night on the town, typically without their kids in tow. Not all grown-up things are just for grown-ups though. The bulging, bony protrusion of a bunion is...

There are all sorts of summer sports camps in the Capital District area – from soccer and baseball to swimming and yoga, whatever your child is interested in, there’s likely a class or club for it! That’s great too, since besides keeping kids active (not to mention...

Every kid’s favorite time of year is almost here – summertime! Soon, school will be out and kids will be running rampant, unless of course, their toenails are troubling them. Then, it might be hard to join in on the summer’s fun activities. Not to worry, though -- if...