Barefoot at  Home During Pandemic    Working at home has led many people in America to go barefoot, in socks or slippers. In New York City the trend can be very large, as in Manhattan only 28% of workers have returned to their offices. And although it seems like a very comfortable option, doctors are…

According to podiatrist Dan Michaels, DPM, people are putting themselves in danger by going barefoot on planes. He states that walking barefoot on a plane can expose people to bacteria and viruses.   “You could also pick up fungus, not to mention the millions of germs and bacteria that you could transfer to carpets, inside…

  If you’re wondering how a spray designed to relieve muscle and joint pain can help make your favorite stilettos feel less tortuous, allow a podiatrist to explain. “Lidocaine spray is a local anesthetic that works by causing temporary numbness/loss of feeling in the skin,” says Dan Michaels, DPM. “It helps ease pain by simply…

Have a lump or bump on your foot? Whether it’s painful or not, it could potentially signal a serious condition. “Whether your bump or lump is pea-sized or golf ball-sized, it should not go ignored. A proper diagnosis is key to proper treatment,” says Dan Michaels, DPM.   Sometimes, Dr. Michaels notes, a bump is…

According to Dan Michaels, DPM, “The link between drugs and sports runs deep! Drugs and sports have been connected for about as long as sports have been played. This includes the whole array of painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs, both prescribed by doctors and available over the counter.”   “One of the concerns I’ve always had,…

“I think the foot is an incredible structure,” says Dan Michaels, DPM. With twenty-six bones, thirty-two joints, one hundred and three ligaments, and numerous muscles and tendons, each component relies on the others to work properly. “One of the best things you can do to keep your feet healthy is to use them,” says Dr….

Whether you’re gearing up for a marathon or just want to run longer distances, there are some things you can do to avoid foot injuries. Dan Michaels, DPM said starting with the right running shoe is key. “The shoe should be cushioned. It should have a heel flare to absorb shock in the heel area,…

The #MilkCrateChallenge begins with collecting an almost incomprehensible number of empty plastic milk crates, stacking them to form a makeshift staircase, and then attempting to climb said creation. It’s not clear how or why this TikTok trend began, although it seems to have reached a fever pitch over the course of last weekend. Board certified podiatrist…

  Daniel Michaels, DPM has seen plantar Fasciitis many times before, and has seen even more of it since the rise of COVID-19. “It has grown pretty quickly since the pandemic,” she said. “Every single day I see more.”     Dr. Michaels is seeing more than normal numbers of patients limping into his office…

If you’re planning a trip to a warm location that involves any amount of walking, you need a pair of walking shoes that can stand up to the task – and your hot, sweaty hiking boots just aren’t going to cut it. “Arch support is important to look for when choosing sandals for walking and…