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Many people assume if they suffer from dry or cracked heels, they simply need to grab a bottle of lotion when the most common reason is actually an Athlete’s Foot infection.

I have no doubt that many of you who are looking to correct your bunion, will not want to have minimally invasive bunion surgery once you see some x-rays.

Here are a few tips that can help you be more aware of factors that you should pay close attention to for the next time you purchase a pair of running shoes. 

Our feet provide us with a substantial amount of support, but how are we returning the favor? One of the most neglected body part is the feet. Here are a few tips on how we can be more cognizant with our feet health.

Overwhelmed by the footcare section at your local drugstore? Wondering about the best products to keep your feet healthy and looking good? Need quick, free advice? Dr. Gotham provides some recommendations for what to look for in the foot care aisle.

Your feet have been rubbing against leather for the last six blocks. and now you've got blisters and you're feet are killing you. What do you do? Dr. Gotham?

You had a pain, went to the doctor, and the doctor decided to remove it. Now you’re feeling that same pain, but it still feels like it’s there. But you removed that? Why is the pain still there? There’s a name for that, and it’s called phantom pain. 

Our poor toes, they really do take a hit. They are small little guys who are often overlooked, forgotten, abused. Those five little guys can literally carry the weight of our bodies: just try standing on the tips of your toes.

As we celebrate one of the most fashionable weeks in New York, we are also celebrating an iconic moment when Sam Smith said “no” to gender restrictions, and “yes” to heels.

Our patient, Monique details her compelling story about how missing one step on a stairwell lead to years of excruciating pain in her foot. After countless visits at a local physical therapy office, Monique turns to Gotham Footcare and achieves success.

Men, when was the last time you did your pedicure? Scrubbed your feet in the shower? Applied foot cream? Chances are that you never have and you are probably wondering, do guys really do this?! Take it from me, a foot know-it-all: you need to care.

From collegiate athlete and marathon runner to not being able to walk across a small studio to the fridge. My feet hurt so bad and all I knew was it was in the front/ball of my foot.

Dealing with foot odor can be embarrassing. NYC podiatrist Dr. Cunha gives tips on how you can prevent stinky feet by following a few simple foot care rules.

We know how high heels can damage your feet and cause pain. But wearing no heel can also be damaging. Learn which heel size is beneficial for foot care and why.

Gotham Footcare patient Julia Buccheim shares how she successfully resolved a long term case of Plantar Fasciitis with a minimally invasive procedure - Tenex

Walking barefoot does have its positives but depending on the surface, it may not always be the best idea. NYC Podiatrist Dr. Miguel Cunha explains why!

Make the most of summer by wearing the right footwear that doesn't tire you. Learn the impact of flip flops and slides and see which one is right for you!

Wearing the wrong shoe size is more damaging to our feet than we realize. Keep yourself safe from serious foot problems by simply choosing the right shoe size.

Give yourself that extra boost of confidence this summer by taking care of your feet through DIY tips from Dr. Cunha and achieve feet smoother than ever!

If you are one of the many people who have heel pain but not sure what you did wrong, learn what could be causing it and how you can prevent it.

NYC personal trainer explains how diabetes can cause foot injuries by damaging your nerves. See how a healthy diet and exercise can help prevent them.

Learn to run your perfect race by taking into consideration the various impacting factors like distance, time, location, budget, theme, and course type.

NYC podiatrist explains how high-heeled shoes are linked to the development of neuromas and causing the nerves in your feet to become inflamed.