4 Tips to Protect Young Athletes from Foot Injuries

Baseball, tennis, volleyball…the list is endless. Spring sports are here, and children are heading into game season. They’re busy stocking up on things such as equipment, uniforms, and team spirit. But parents and children often overlook one important thing – preventing sports-related foot and ankle injuries. April is National Youth Sports Safety Month, so in today’s […]

Preventing Diabetic Amputation

Amputation is a preventable complication of diabetes, but it’s also a common one because this disease can interrupt blood flow to your feet if left untreated. April is Limb Loss Awareness Month, so in today’s post, Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, Dr. Aliza V. Eisen, and Cassandra Stache, DPM of greater Philadelphia’s Your Next Step […]

Let’s Step into National Foot Health Awareness Month

This month is National Foot Health Awareness Month! It’s the perfect time to recognize the important part your feet play in your daily routine. In observance, today Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, Dr. Aliza V. Eisen, and Cassandra Stache, DPM of greater Philadelphia’s Your Next Step Foot and Ankle Care Center share 5 tips to […]

Menopause and Foot Problems: What’s the Connection?

Foot problems can affect anyone, female or male, old or young, but it’s women who most commonly experience issues with their feet. At their office, Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, Dr. Aliza V. Eisen, and Cassandra Stache, DPM of greater Philadelphia’s Your Next Step Foot and Ankle Care Center see cases of women with foot […]

Your 5-Day Plan for Spring-Ready Feet

Spring has sprung, and it’s time to put away those socks once again and show off your feet. This 5-day spring-ready foot plan Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, Dr. Aliza V. Eisen, and Cassandra Stache, DPM of greater Philadelphia’s Your Next Step Foot and Ankle Care Center will have your feet ready for sandals before the […]

Could the Swelling in Your Feet Signal Kidney Disease?

This month is National Kidney Month. And while you might not realize that there is a direct connection between your foot health and their kidneys, there is a very important one to pay attention to. In fact, your feet may be one of the key places in your body to reveal early signs of kidney […]

The Dangers of Persistent Foot Pain

Pain anywhere on your body that just won’t go away should never be ignored. The worst thing you can do is try to power through it!  You’ll be much better off if you try to identify what’s causing it so you can take steps to do something about it. Today Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark […]

What to Eat for Healthy Feet!

Did you know that getting proper nutrition is one of the simplest ways to care for your feet? Inspecting, cleaning, moisturizing, wearing the right shoes, and keeping them dry are also ways to ensure your feet are healthy. So, because this is National Nutrition Month, today Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, Dr. Aliza V. Eisen, […]

Walking Shoes vs. Running Shoes: Is There Really a Difference?

Spring is right around the corner (recently, it’s been feeling like it’s here already), and walkers and runners are gearing up to get outdoors. And part of that means choosing the right footwear for their preferred activity. In today’s post, Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, Dr. Aliza V. Eisen, and Cassandra Stache, DPM of greater […]

Tendon Pain? The Tenex Procedure Can Help!

Do you have pain in your tendons that’s making you miss out on your favorite activities?  You could be suffering from tendonitis. In today’s post, Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, Dr. Aliza V. Eisen, and Cassandra Stache, DPM of greater Philadelphia’s Your Next Step Foot and Ankle Care Center share what you need to know […]