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Stomp Out Hammertoe Pain

By Valley Stream Office

December 28, 2020

The average American walks 3,000 to 4,000 steps a day (that’s 1. 5 to 2 miles!). But strolling certainly isn’t the only way we use…

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Got a Pain in the Foot? It Could Be Plantar Fasciitis

By Valley Stream Office

November 26, 2020

“Oh, my aching foot!” There are lots of causes that will give you a pain in the foot but one in particular is a problem known as plantar…

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Walk Your Way to Good Health

By Valley Stream Office

October 27, 2020

There are untold benefits of using walking as exercise. Besides requiring no equipment other than appropriate shoes, there's no need for any special…

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Ingrown Toenail

By Valley Stream Office

September 28, 2020

Walking around with an ingrown toenail can be very unpleasant. As your feet bear all the weight of your body, an ingrown toe nail can be incredibly…

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Healthy Feet Begins with…Stretching!

By Valley Stream Office

August 28, 2020

FACT: A person will walk an estimated 150,000 miles in their lifetime, roughly the equivalent of walking around the world six times, according to the…

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The Low Down On Athlete's Foot

By Valley Stream Office

July 28, 2020

Paying attention to your feet can go a long way in protecting you from unnecessary pain and discomfort. By taking some simple daily steps to protect…

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Fungal Toenail

By Valley Stream Office

June 23, 2020

At the office of Gary Feldman, DPM, we welcome the opportunity to restore the health of your feet. Offering a comprehensive range of podiatric…

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Wearing High Heels Can be Bad for Your Feet

By Valley Stream Office

May 10, 2020

Have a funny feeling in your foot? Maybe it feels like you’re standing on a pebble. You may feel a sharp, burning pain in the ball of your foot. …

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Foot Fractures and Sprains: Understanding the Difference

By Valley Stream Office

April 10, 2020

When someone injures his or her foot or ankle, the first thing that comes to mind is: “Is it a break, or is it just sprained?”  …

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Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) And Foot Health

By Valley Stream Office

April 2, 2020

At the office of Gary Feldman, DPM, we continue to closely monitor all developments related to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and follow every…

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Consultations

By Valley Stream Office

March 2, 2020

We all spend a lot of time on our feet, day after day. It’s no wonder if your feet are feeling rundown, tired and achy. If your feet hurt, at…

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Run the Distance with Good Foot Health

By Valley Stream Office

February 4, 2020

Back in 1977, Jim Fixx's best-selling book, titled The Complete Book of Running, was a key component in starting a fitness revolution in the U. S. …

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Flip-Flops & Foot Health

By Valley Stream Office

January 7, 2020

Since healthy feet are essential to a balanced body, it is always important to pay close attention to your feet and to make the correct footwear…

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