How your podiatrists in Inwood, and Washington Heights, NY, can take care of your feet
It’s easy to overlook your feet, but they are one of the most important parts of your body. Your feet carry your body weight, help you walk, and help you enjoy staying active. Your podiatrist can help you treat your feet.
Dr. Elizabeth Youngewirth and Dr. Irina Blustein in New York, NY, provide a wide variety of foot and ankle services, to help you take care of your feet. They proudly serve residents of Inwood, and Washington Heights, NY.
You should see your podiatrist at least once each year if you have a medical condition that can cause foot issues. Diabetes is one medical condition that can cause foot problems including:
- Loss of sensation in your feet
- Impaired blood flow to your feet
- Delayed healing in your feet
Regular visits with your podiatrist can help ensure your feet and toes remain healthy when you are diabetic.
You should also see your podiatrist for ankle issues including:
- Lateral ankle instability
- Chronic ankle pain
- Chronic ankle swelling
Your podiatrist can also help keep your feet and toes healthy by treating:
- Bunions
- Hammertoes
- Ingrown toenails
- Toenail fungus
- Flat feet
- Plantar fasciitis
Foot problems can sneak up on you, so be sure to see your podiatrist if you have:
- Chronic foot, ankle, or toe pain that doesn’t resolve
- Changes to your toenails or the skin on your feet, toes, or ankles
- Cracking, dry, or peeling skin on your feet, toes, or ankles
- Open sores, blisters, or cuts on your feet or toes that don’t heal
To learn more about when to see a podiatrist and how a podiatrist can help you take care of your feet, call Dr. Elizabeth Youngewirth and Dr. Irina Blustein in New York, NY, serving residents of Inwood, and Washington Heights, NY. You can reach them in the office by calling (212) 567-6126, so treat your feet by calling today.