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Why getting fitted for proper running shoes is your first step to becoming a runner:
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#TodaysPodiatrist
talks to
@Dance_Magazine
about the 7 things you should look for in street shoes:
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#TodaysPodiatrist
is also your go-to surgeon for foot & ankle ailments. Follow us all month long to learn more.
#OperateLikeAGirl
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#TodaysPodiatrist
gives
@TravelLeisure
their top choices for travel friendly winter boots:
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Looking for comfortable ballet flats that won’t wreak havoc on your feet?
#TodaysPodiatrist
has some suggestions!
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“My podiatrist saved my life”:
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How to tell the difference between a venous ulcer and an arterial ulcer:
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Stuck at your desk all day? Try these 10 easy yoga poses to keep active!
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#TodaysPodiatrist
talks to
@grandparentscom
about 7 foot problems that can signal serious health issues:
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Foot pain is never normal. If you have foot pain, head over to and make an appointment with a podiatrist near you.
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Successfully managing
#diabetes
is a team effort. Find out why
#TodaysPodiatrist
is an integral player:
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April is
#FootHealthAwareness
month. This year we’re focusing on how
#podiatrists
help keep you active!
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#TodaysPodiatrist
talks to the
@chicagotribune
about simple
#pedicure
dos and don’ts to keep infection at bay:
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If you are experiencing
#sweatyfeet
, you’re not alone. In fact, it is one of the most common ailments Gen Z through Gen X experience:
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Don't let preventable foot injuries keep you from enjoying the snow! Follow us for foot health tips to keep you going all season long.
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Members: Did you know APMA now has an app just for you? Get details and download it today:
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Now you have tips for
#bunion
pain relief, here are 7 shoes approved by
#TodaysPodiatrist
:
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#TodaysPodiatrist
talks to
@washingtonpost
about the new
@Converse
#Chucks
and what they mean for your
#feet
:
http://t.co/out6nwK0EX
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Begin your journey to a health-care career that helps you give back to your community.
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Blisters on your heel could be a sign you suffer from Haglund's Deformity, commonly known as a pump bump. What action should you take? Start by avoiding shoes with rigid backs. Read:
#foothealth
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Keep your
#feet
and
#ankles
strong all season long with these 3 simple foot and ankle stretches:
#DPMsKeepYouWalking
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When the earthquake hit Nepal in April,
#TodaysPodiatrist
travelled from Idaho to help:
http://t.co/fQjlJv5UJm
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These are the most common exercise injuries in women, plus tips on how to avoid them:
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Yes, you can get skin cancer on your
#feet
. Protect yourself by applying sunscreen regularly:
http://t.co/RfM6kmQYG2
via
@USATODAY
.
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#TodaysPodiatrist
talks to
@washingtonpost
about a common
#summer
foot foe that may lurk at your pool:
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#TodaysPodiatrist
discusses how he treated a fellow doctor’s painful plantar fasciitis with
@USNewsHealth
:
http://t.co/D7r3WI69XX
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#TodaysPodiatrist
speaks with
@readersdigest
about 7 everyday habits that are ruining your nails:
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#TodaysPodiatrist
gives
@PreventionMag
their recommendations for walking shoes so you can keep moving!
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Seeing a
#podiatrist
twice a year can help reduce lower extremity amputation rates by 45-85 percent! Schedule your appointment today!
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If you recently had foot or ankle surgery and are wondering if you should keep your follow-up appointments despite the COVID-19 outbreak, the answer is yes! Post-op check-ups are critical to identify potential complications and help ensure your full recovery.
#foothealth
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#ThursdayThoughts
: Falls are the fifth leading cause of death in older Americans, according to
@NCOAging
. Falls Prevention Awareness Day is coming up in a few weeks. Here's our guide to keep you safe.
#FPAD2019
#foothealth
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Always keep this in mind when buying shoes for you and your loved ones!
#APMATip
:
http://t.co/rAigUn3Bwx
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Checking your feet daily is a critical step for patients with diabetes and peripheral neuropathy. Because you may have lost sensation in your feet, what you can't feel may hurt you! Stay informed;
#dontloseyournerve
!
#foothealth
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#FridayFact
: Bunions tend to run in families, but it is the foot type--one that is susceptible to bunions--that is passed down, not the bunion. While home treatments may alleviate immediate pain,
#seeyourDPM
to prevent larger problems.
#foothealth
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Have stinky
#feet
? No worries!
#TodayPodiatrist
gives
@PreventionMag
4 simple ways to keep them smelling fresh:
http://t.co/9EwMednf3s
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If you suffer from diabetes,
#TodaysPodiatrist
is here to help! Podiatrists examine all treatment options to spare limbs and save lives!
#OperateLikeaDPM
Read:
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That pain in your
#heel
could be
#PlantarFasciitis
.
#TodaysPodiatrist
has tips to help you get back on your feet:
http://t.co/lLwNXZNM1J
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November is
#DiabetesAwarenessMonth
! This month we want you to
#ReflectOnYourFeet
. Start w/ a daily
#foot
exam:
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Increasing your physical activity, managing your blood sugar, and seeing your podiatrist regularly are three ways you can reduce the risk of nerve damage from diabetes.
#TodaysPodiatrist
will help tailor a plan just for your needs!
#dontloseyournerve
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Numbness is never normal. Those with diabetes may suffer from complications like nerve damage in their feet. If you experience tingling or numbness, visit your podiatrist!
#dontloseyournerve
to diabetes.
#foothealth
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When the toenails become thick or discolored, it's possible that fungus has taken root. Skip the home remedies and see a podiatrist instead. Learn more
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The top 6 common
#foot
problems for
#runners
& what they say about your
#health
: via
@WomensRunning
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Today marks the beginning of
#DiabetesAwarenessMonth
. All month long, we’ll provide information about diabetes and its complications, especially nerve damage in the feet. Take a look at how your podiatrist helps manage complications.
#dontloseyournerve
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A doctor of podiatric medicine is a physician who has completed four years of podiatric medical school and three years of residency training to become uniquely well-qualified to treat the foot and ankle.
#discoverpodiatricmedicine
today!
@PodMedColleges
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When it comes to your feet, style doesn't have to come at the expense of comfort. Read about the best
#orthopedic
shoes for women, via
@NYMag
and
@strategist
.
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Commonly known as a "pump bump," Haglund's deformity creates a visible bony prominence at the back of the heel bone and could cause intense heel pain. Find out how your footwear could be affecting your feet.
#foothealth
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Ingrown toenails nail can become infected if neglected. Contact
#TodaysPodiatrist
and ask if you can
#stayhome
or if you should be seen right away. Telehealth options may be available!
#foothealth
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Achilles tendinitis, or an inflammation of the Achilles tendon, is one of the most common causes of foot or ankle pain. If necessary,
#TodaysPodiatrist
may
#OperateLikeaDPM
by shortening or lengthening the tendon to treat tears or chronic conditions. Read:
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#FactoftheDay
: Podiatrists can earn board certification with advanced training, clinical experience, and by taking an exam. Certifying boards for the field include the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine,
@ABPMed
.
@PodMedColleges
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Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that can result in thick, reddened skin with dry, whitish-silver patches on the feet. Here's our guide to managing the condition and keeping flare-ups in check:
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You are the most important part of the team managing your diabetes. Inspect your feet daily for bruises or cuts and see
#TodaysPodiatrist
immediately if you notice changes!
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Pesky
#blisters
keeping you from staying active? Follow these tips to keep you going this
#WellnessWednesday
:
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Too much uric acid in your body may lead to a gout flare in your feet. This form of arthritis causes intense pain, redness, and swelling, often in the big toe. Foot pain is never normal, so see
#TodaysPodiatrist
!
#foothealth
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Open wounds on your foot or ankle are serious risks for infection, so take steps to protect your feet! Even while you work from home, wearing proper footwear is needed to prevent injury. If you notice any changes in your feet, contact
#TodaysPodiatrist
!
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Look at your nails! Their appearance could indicate
#diabetes
#heartdisease
or even liver problems.
http://t.co/kK9yBBj82j
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#Wedding
season is here and so is
#pedicure
season. Read our Pedicure Pointers before your next appointment:
http://t.co/Euf0NhqxQP
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