Heel pain is a very common problem that can occur for several reasons, including Achilles tendonitis and plantar fasciitis. Today Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, and Dr. Aliza V. Eisen of greater Philadelphia’s Your Next Step Foot and Ankle Care Center are sharing 4 common causes of heel pain and treatment options. 4 Common […]
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Get Your Feet Ready for Spring with These 9 Tips!
Sunday is the first day of spring, and it’s close to the time when you set your feet free from their winter footwear. And with sandal season (hopefully) being right around the corner, will your feet be ready? To help, today Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, and Dr. Aliza V. Eisen of greater Philadelphia’s […]
Are Insoles and Orthotics the Same?
For healthy people, OTC gel or foam insoles or inserts may ease some minor foot soreness. But custom orthotics may be more helpful for those who suffer from serious foot diseases or disorders, including pain in the back or knees, or a posture or gait issue. Today Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, and Dr. Aliza V. […]
5 Ways Nutrition Can Affect Your Feet
When many people think about health and nutrition, they usually associate their diet with heart health or weight management. But the food you eat plays many important roles in your overall health and can affect various parts of the body, even your feet. Because March is National Nutrition Month, today, Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, and Dr. […]
7 Signs It’s Time to See a Podiatrist
Your feet spend a lot of time bearing your body weight and the brunt of everyday life, so it’s not at all surprising people sometimes feel pains and aches in their feet and ankles. However, some conditions can be serious and may need further care by a podiatrist. Today Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, […]
Healthy Weight Makes Happy Feet
People who have a body mass index higher than 30 are labeled as obese. And obesity is thought to go hand in hand with some foot conditions such as tendonitis, arthritis, heel pain, and other conditions that result from the stress of excess weight placed on the ankles and feet. Today Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark […]
Tips to Stay Safe While Walking This Winter
One of the best ways to reduce your stress and stay fit is to walk. But this isn’t always easy to do when it’s icy and snowy, and you may be nervous about venturing outdoors. But that doesn’t mean you should sit around and not get outside to walk and enjoy some fresh air. Today Dr. Eric […]
Your Feet and Your Heart: What’s the Connection?
Most people don’t realize it, but our feet and hearts go hand in hand. So, it makes sense that one of the ways you can keep your heart healthy is to keep your feet healthy. Today, because February is American Heart Month, Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, and Dr. Aliza V. Eisen of greater […]
Have You Ever Heard of Cuboid Syndrome?
Many people don’t know it is the cuboid bone, a small, cube-shaped bone located on the outside of the foot, halfway between the small toe and the heel. Today Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, and Dr. Aliza V. Eisen of greater Philadelphia’s Your Next Step Foot and Ankle Care Center share information regarding this condition, its causes, and […]
Shoe Shopping? Here’s the Best Time to Measure Your Feet
Studies have shown you can avoid most foot disorders when you maintain proper foot care. And that typically begins with buying shoes that fit your foot correctly. Because January 23 is National Measure Your Feet Day, today, Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, and Dr. Aliza V. Eisen of greater Philadelphia’s Your Next Step Foot and Ankle Care […]