Podiatrist Dan Michaels, DPM, has revealed the common mistake people make before heading to the salon.  According to Dr. Michaels, the big mistake made by so many individuals is shaving your legs in the couple of days before your appointment.    Dr. Michaels states this is because: “razor nick can be a perfect portal for…

One podiatrist is reminding the public of the dangers that flip-flops can bring, as the weather starts to warm up. Dan Michaels, DPM says flip-flops are great for the correct circumstances, such as walking from the pool to the cabana, or walking on the beach, but they also present certain dangers. He says every summer…

  It might seem obvious, but socks are the first step to keeping your tootsies toasty in the winter. But no two socks are created alike, and some materials are better than others. “You want to look for materials that keep your feet warm but also don’t trap sweat, so avoid standard cotton if your…

If you’ve ever stepped on a LEGO, then you’ve missed something very special. Even if you don’t have LEGOs littering your floor, there are a few serious reasons why you might want to keep shoes on in your house. Dan Michaels, DPM and said that with more people working from home, he has seen an…

Whether you’re getting on a plane for work or hitting the road for a quick getaway, traveling to your destination is about to get a lot better – and healthier. You may pack the key necessities for avoiding COVID-19 – like hand sanitizer and face masks, for example – but there are a few basic…

If you’re someone who stands all day, you probably already know the body strains this leads to that can eventually turn chronic. “Prolonged standing can result in health consequences such as backaches, muscle fatigue, and leg and foot cramps,” explains Dan Michaels, DPM. “The added stress to our bodies due to long-term, prolonged standing can…

If you’re a nurse, a waiter, a professional marathon runner, a nanny-just to name a few-you know the aches and pains that can occur when you’re moving around 24-7. As Dan Michaels, DPM, says, “Being on your feet all day causes significant strain on the 26 bones, 30 joints, and more than 100 muscles, tendons,…

  According to the National Institute on Aging (NIA), foot problems are more common in older adults, and these can lead to reduced mobility, increased frailty, and a higher incidence of injury. The good news? Dan Michaels, DPM, says there are simple ways to make your shoes safer if you’re over the age of 60….

If you are looking for a pair of walking shoes built to last, splurging on a good pair of walking shoes is a good idea. While there are many luxury brands to look into, New Balance (which has been making shoes for decades) is a great brand to stick with, according to Dan Michaels, DPM….

The logic makes sense: When the water and soap travel the path down to your feet, that’s the equivalent of cleaning them, right? Not quite. “The feet are a commonly missed body part because they are so far out of our general radar when bathing,” says Dan Michaels, DPM. So, it is important to take…