Bunions

8 Things (This) Boomer Doesn't Want For Mother's Day

Ann Brenoff | Posted 05.03.2012

Ann Brenoff

Since my kids will likely want to surprise me (beyond remembering the whipped cream cheese and lox), I do want to pre-empt a few things that probably shouldn't be on anyone's Mother's Day gift list anyway.

How High Heels Ruined My Feet (And I'm Only 24)

Alicia Ciccone | Posted 05.04.2012

Alicia Ciccone

While most of my high school classmates cruised the halls in Birkenstocks, I wore black trousers, pretty blouses and dressy heels -- every day. But midway through high school, my feet started to slow me down.

How to Plan a College Tour from Hell

J.D. Rothman | Posted 05.26.2012

J.D. Rothman

The smugger the tour guide, the less interested your teen will be in the school. Other turn-offs include pink polos with popped collars, Uggs on males, preppy ponytails and perspiration issues.

6 Myths About Bunion Surgery

Neal M. Blitz, D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S. | Posted 05.16.2012

Neal M. Blitz, D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S.

Some people simply avoid bunion surgery because they may have "heard" some misnomers that guide their decision.

Are You Trying Too Hard to Make Your Kids Think You're Cool?

John Blumenthal | Posted 01.09.2012

John Blumenthal

If you're a parent and you're over 50, your kids will not be duped into thinking you're cool if you imitate their clothing style, adopt their slang and embrace their culture.

Goodbye Summer Shoes, It's Time for Fall and Pointy-Toed Shoes Are Back

Dr. Steve Rosenberg | Posted 11.20.2011

Dr. Steve Rosenberg

Fall will be here very soon and as the leaves start to change colors so will your shoe wardrobe. Enjoying the luxury of being able to wear fashion and casual sandals as well as flip flops for the last 5 months was a welcomed relief for your feet.

The Shoe Fits, But Does It Help or Hurt Your Health?

Glenn D. Braunstein, M.D. | Posted 09.17.2011

Glenn D. Braunstein, M.D.

Shoes now are marketed as the next quick fix for myriad health issues. But what type of footwear is helpful for our feet and joints, and what is simply hype, or even risky, for overall joint health?

Summer Means It's Sandal and Flip-Flop Season

Dr. Steve Rosenberg | Posted 08.28.2011

Dr. Steve Rosenberg

Its summertime ladies, so take out your summer sandals/flip-flops and let your toes enjoy the freedom they have been waiting for all winter.

High Heel Hangover: 6 Steps to Getting Back on Your Feet Fast

Neal M. Blitz, D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S. | Posted 06.05.2011

Neal M. Blitz, D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S.

It is no secret that high heels are 'bad' for your feet and over time they can cause all sorts of foot problems, but it's the day after wearing high heels that women can have major foot pain or discomfort.

How to Wear High-Heeled Shoes and Walk at the Same Time

Leora Tanenbaum | Posted 05.25.2011

Leora Tanenbaum

Ladies, with all the ice on the ground, it's time to get serious about wearing stable shoes. High-heeled platforms may transform you, but can you take the risk of wobbling around in them?

Shoes, Your Best Friend or the Enemy?

Dr. Steve Rosenberg | Posted 11.17.2011

Dr. Steve Rosenberg

Ladies, now that it is Fall and the weather is beginning to change, so is your shoe wardrobe. A new season has arrived. Closed shoes and boots, here...

Kitten Heels? Meow!

Leora Tanenbaum | Posted 05.25.2011

Leora Tanenbaum

Ladies, do not trust fashionistas when it comes to footwear. Clearly, they do not have their feet on the ground. How badly does a shoe have to fit to be pronounced edgy?

Take Off Those Flip-Flops! And 5 Other Essential Summer Shoe Tips

Leora Tanenbaum | Posted 05.25.2011

Leora Tanenbaum

Most of us think of "bad shoes" as five-inch stilettos that cause the wearer to wobble and totter. But flat sandals without any support to the ankle and foot are "bad" too.

Shoes Wisely: 10 Smart Shoe Shopping Tips for the Ladies

Leora Tanenbaum | Posted 05.25.2011

Leora Tanenbaum

There is nothing attractive about a woman who hobbles in shoes that mold her toes into overlapping claws -- even if she is wearing sequined leggings. So choose shoes wisely.

How to Keep Your Feet Happy When Traveling...

Dr. Steve Rosenberg | Posted 11.17.2011

Dr. Steve Rosenberg

Depending on where your travels take you, the walking surfaces will vary. Whether it's cobblestone streets or dirt paths, here are some tips to keep your feet healthy during summer vacation.

"Oh My God! I Have My Parents' Feet..."

Dr. Steve Rosenberg | Posted 11.17.2011

Dr. Steve Rosenberg

The good news is that even if you have developed foot problems throughout your life, there are many solutions to make them feel better.