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Walking in Europe is different than walking in the U.S. Here, we walk on flat, predictable surfaces like malls, asphalt, and concrete. In Europe, you will be walking 20,000 steps a day on cobblestones—uneven, rounded, ancient stones that force your foot to micro-adjust with every single step. This creates a unique type of fatigue that…
Dan Michaels, DPM, a board-certified podiatrist and a foot and ankle surgeon says that “certain biomechanics of the feet can affect different areas of the body including knee, hip, and even higher up including the shoulders.” He explains that certain foot types affect how you walk, increasing swing at the hip, causing a tilt at…
(And How We Finally Do It) You tried the drugstore creams. You soaked your feet in vinegar. You even tried hiding it with polish. But months later, that thick, yellow discoloration is still there…or worse, it has spread to other toes. Fungal nail infections (Onychomycosis) are very common; according to Dr. Daniel D. Michaels,“The most…
While an ingrown nail typically impacts the big toe, it can occur on any of your toes. According to Dan Michaels, DPM, it happens when one of the nail edges, either the inside or outside of the nail, digs against the skin on the edge of the nail and causes a small wound. “That small…
A podiatrist has said TikTok users risk “a lifetime of pain and disability” by copying a viral trend to drop objects including air fryers and toasters on their feet. Dr. Michaels, said the trend could risk lasting damage. “I find the viral #droppingthingsonmyfeet TikTok trend troubling and strongly encourage readers not to engage in this…
Women’s feet tend to get bigger in midlife, especially after pregnancy, says Dan Michaels, DPM. He adds that most women he sees are wearing the wrong shoe size. “This can have a ripple effect on your body and affect your knees, hips, and lower back,” he says. Seek out a shoe store or a podiatrist…
If you have been to a park or gym recently, you may have noticed people walking with heavy military-style backpacks. It’s called Rucking, and thanks to social media and fitness influencers, it is exploding in popularity. The premise is simple: Walk with weight. It burns calories, builds core strength, and improves posture. It sounds like…
Being on your feet can feel tiring, uncomfortable, and sometimes even painful after a while. Even with the right shoes, standing for long periods can still take a toll on your feet. That said, it’s never a bad idea to take the extra effort to manage your foot pain. Compression socks are a recovery tool…
“Your feet never go on vacation. They are constantly working and never on holiday. The best travel insurance is healthy feet,” says podiatrist Dan Michaels, DPM. ”According to Dr. Michaels, a painful foot can ruin a $40,000 vacation even before it starts, so why aren’t people more pro-active when it comes to protecting the “Michelin…
Frostbite is a serious tissue-destroying disorder. It is also something that can be avoided. Dan Michaels, DPM has some advice to share during these winter months. “When you’re out in the cold, your body works hard to stay warm by altering blood flow toward your heart and lungs,” said Dr. Michaels. “This leaves your extremities…
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