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One of the more painful conditions that can afflict the foot is hammertoe — a deformity that causes the toe to bend or curl into an abnormal position, such as downward or pointing in toward the other toes.  As a result, the toe is then exposed to a great deal of...

Everyone knows that healthy feet are essential to feeling good and staying active. While we don’t typically give our feet the attention they deserve until something starts to hurt, it’s a good idea to check them daily for any abnormalities before a serious issue...

Did you know that by the age of 50 years, the average person in relatively good health has walked approximately 75,000 miles? With all this activity and stress on the lower extremities, it’s hardly surprising that most people at one time or another experience a foot...

At the office of Metropolitan Foot Care, our team of skilled professionals is committed to providing our patients with the highest levels of care to ensure optimum foot health. We offer these tips to help you reduce your risk of foot and ankle injury: 1.Warm up prior...

According to the American Podiatric Medical Association the average person takes 8,000 to 10,000 steps a day. This means that by the age of 50 most individuals in relatively good health will have walked approximately 75,000 miles. With this amount of activity and...

Diabetes is a disease that can affect many different parts of the body and different organ systems. Diabetes is an inability of the body to control the amount of sugar in the blood. People who suffer from this condition have to be careful of its effects on the lower...

Treating toenail fungus is a specialty for us at Metropolitan Foot Care. In many cases, our foot care in Canarsie can address this concern with methods that are both effective and safe, as well as non-invasive. Surgery is typically not considered unless it is a last...

No, don’t slam your toe against that nail. Not even if you’re suffering from hammertoe. It’s time to fix that foot problem by seeing a professional who specializes in such a thing. Head over to Metropolitan Foot Care soon. You won’t find a better place for...

Dry, cracked, odorous feet starting to drive you crazy? Might be time to do something about it. Especially if—along with the sensation—is a concerning change to your foot’s aesthetic. Mainly dry, crusty, cracked, blistered feet. In which case, don’t hesitate to...

East New York podiatrist We spend most of our day on our feet. When we have pain or other foot problems, we need to take care of them right away. Even minor bumps like bunions can cause not so pleasant symptoms. If you have a bump on your toe, you should see an...