“Nothing ruins summer fun faster than a problem with your feet. However, a few smart precautions can help keep you healthy and safe,” says Dan Michaels, DPM. Don’t overlook your feet during your sun protection routine. Feet get sunburned too, and melanoma on the foot or ankle is more likely to be misdiagnosed than on any…

Dan Michaels, DPM states it is important to see your podiatrist when parents notice odd wear patterns on shoes. Dr. Michaels states this leads to important diagnoses of things such as hyperpronation, flatfeet, asymmetries, and rotational abnormalities.    According to Dr. Michaels, “Shopping for shoes at the end of the day is really important. Especially…

Now that spring is here, mandates are relaxing and people are eager to get their pre-pandemic bodies and hobbies back, they are hitting the pavement, said Dan Michaels, DPM. Many are exacerbating existing foot injuries or creating new ones. “People thought they could just return to where they left off or try something they hadn’t tried…

“Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation or microscopic tearing of the plantar fascia-the tendon-like connective tissue that joins your heel to the front of your foot,” explains podiatrist, Dan Michaels, DPM. It’s one of the most common foot ailments that podiatrists see (about 10 percent of adults in the United States suffer from it), and it’s…

“Finding the right summer shoe requires getting fitted ““ make sure you know your exact shoe size,” explained Dan Michaels, DPM. “You also want to make sure the shoe is made up of a supportive material that has an arch support and nice heel counter to hold your foot in place.”   Dr. Michaels said…

For starters, make sure the shoe fits. “A lot of people wear the wrong sized shoe,” Dan Michaels, DPM says. “We typically see people choosing shoes that are too small, and over time, that causes problems. As people age, feet can grow wider or flatter, especially into our fourth decade and beyond, says Dr. Michaels….

Flat feet can cause instability of the foot bones, which then puts more stress on ligaments, tendons, and muscles, explains Daniel Michaels, DPM. “These structures try to stabilize the foot, and as a result, they can get injured or damaged in the process,” he says. “One thing to keep in mind is that having flat…

Diabetic foot is progressive, meaning it gets worse over time, and is a leading cause of foot amputations. However, most amputations can be avoided with early intervention. “People tend to wait too long,” says Dan Michaels, DPM. If wounds occur in the feet, they’re slow to heal because adequate blood flow is needed for tissue…

Shoes should fit. Your child’s feet can grow up to two sizes in six months, so account for growth when shopping. This doesn’t mean you should buy shoes that are too big — oversized shoes can cause the foot to slide forward, putting excessive pressure on the toes. “A good fit is about a finger’s…

Board-certified podiatrist Dan Michaels, DPM, has three criteria he asks every patient to follow when shopping for shoes. First is fit. “You want to make sure that the shoe fits adequately. It should be wide enough in the front, but not too wide in the back,” says Dr. Michaels. If the back of your footwear…