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Are These 9 Foot Issues a Sign of a Thyroid Problem?

Are your feet swollen, smelly, or itchy, and you don’t know why? It could be a sign of a thyroid problem. Hypothyroidism is a disorder in which your thyroid gland can’t make enough of some particular essential hormones. It doesn’t always show obvious symptoms in the early stages, but it can result in several health […]

5 New Year’s Resolutions for Healthier Feet in 2022

If improving your health is one of your resolutions for 2022, we suggest you begin from the bottom and work your way up. We find most people often don’t consider their feet until there’s a problem. This year, make a resolution that you’ll take better care of your overall health. In today’s blog, Dr. Eric […]

Holiday Foods That Boost Foot Health

You probably read that title and thought, yeah, right! But we’re not kidding – there really are some foot-friendly foods that help enhance the health and appearance of your feet, from Thanksgiving through the New Year and beyond. In today’s blog, Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, and Dr. Aliza V. Eisen of greater Philadelphia’s […]

Thoughtful Senior Holiday Gift Ideas

It’s the winter holiday season and time for the time-honored tradition of giving gifts! Whether you’re shopping for an older friend, relative, or neighbor, Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, and Dr. Aliza V. Eisen of greater Philadelphia’s Your Next Step Foot and Ankle Care Center have some thoughtful gift suggestions. These gifts will show you care while […]

4 Tips for Choosing Your Perfect Winter Boots

Regardless of your thoughts about winter weather here in Pennsylvania, it’s important to prepare yourself with the right type of winter boots for your lifestyle. By not wearing the correct footwear for your environment and your daily activities, you can inadvertently create unsafe conditions for your feet. Today, Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, and […]

Show Gratitude for Your Feet This Thanksgiving!

There’s nothing quite like Thanksgiving, is there? It’s a wonderful time to gather with friends and family and share a delicious feast.  That’s just one reason why it’s one of the most wonderful times of the year!  Today Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, and Dr. Aliza V. Eisen of greater Philadelphia’s Your Next Step […]

Foot Care for Individuals with Diabetes

November is American Diabetes Month and an important time to look at how to combat this disease. Proper care of your feet is extremely important when you are a patient who must deal with a diabetes diagnosis. Since diabetes typically causes peripheral nerve damage, you gradually lose some feelings in your feet and may not even be […]

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