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Adding Awareness To Your Schedule

April is National Foot Health Awareness Month. Although the month is coming to a close, foot health should be a year-round priority. We understand how easy it can be to relax foot inspections or delay podiatry appointments. We are here to encourage you and help you grow in your awareness.

The doctors at New England Podiatry Associates know that practice makes perfect (well, almost). Regularly performing foot inspections will help you create a healthy habit. If you skip a day of checking out your feet and ankles, it will feel like you forgot to do something. That’s how comfortable we want you to be with foot check-ins.

Here are three steps to add awareness to your schedule:

1-Think differently about your feet

It takes a perspective change before people can see the importance of daily foot inspections. For some reason, we can forget that podiatric health is a big part of our overall health. From detecting heart disease to diabetes, many symptoms first appear when we look down. We hope you will see the value in checking in regularly.

2-Take it one day at a time

Are you feeling overwhelmed at the thought of adding one more thing to your schedule? We understand. There are already so many things that we try to squeeze into a day. Our best word of encouragement is to take it one day at a time, but don’t quit. These inspections can be limb-saving and even life-saving.

3-Talk with your podiatrist

Guess what? We are here to help. If you are wondering how to start your foot inspection, we have you covered. We can help you move past the most challenging part: determining what you should look for while searching. We’ll talk to you about the importance of sharing anything new that you experience or see, including new pain or new wounds.

This National Foot Health Awareness Month, take control by trying one new healthy habit. Caring for your feet is one of the best decisions you can make about your health. How else can you show your gratitude for all your feet accomplish throughout the day? We hope you will think differently about your feet, take it one day at a time, and talk with a podiatrist.

At New England Podiatry Associates, Dr. Ronald Etskovitz, Dr. Raymond Murano III, Dr. Catherine Jacobs, and Dr. Zachary Sax treat various conditions such as sports injuries, foot and ankle pain, pediatric foot care, ingrown toenails, and flat feet. Equipped with a board-certified podiatrist team, we offer two convenient locations to provide excellent care for patients in Norfolk, Suffolk, and Middlesex Counties. Contact our Chestnut Hill office at 617-232-1752 and our Newton-Wellesley office at 617-630-8280. We are still offering a telemedicine option for your safety and convenience.

The year is coming to a close, and it has been a year. ‘Tis the season for reflection, so let’s have a conversation. How do you think you did with your foot and ankle health this year? Before you begin to make a list of goals for 2022, check in to see how this year went. Celebrate your successes and create a game plan to grow in other areas this year.

With each appointment, the New England Podiatry Associates doctors empower their patients to take the lead in their podiatric health. From prioritizing daily foot checks to committing to regular exercise, we’re here to support your goals.

Here’s a checklist for 2021. How did you do?

Daily foot checks

How did you do this year with daily foot checks? Establishing this healthy habit is one of the best ways to maintain your healthy podiatric goals. Consider the benefits of early detection with most health conditions if you’re wondering why. Spotting early symptoms gives doctors more time to treat the condition or even delay worsening symptoms.

Regular podiatry appointments

It may be challenging to see that podiatry appointments are as important as other medical visits. From optometry appointments to dentist check-ups, total health includes foot and ankle health. If you have diabetes, podiatrists are most likely a part of your care team. Did you keep your appointments or push them to the side? We hope you’ll prioritize your foot health in 2022.

Better shoes

One of the most common causes of foot pain is wearing the wrong size or style of shoes. Did you follow our guidance this year and choose your shoes wisely? Using the Brannock Device to get the right size to avoid narrow toe boxes, there are many ways to shop smart for your shoes. We also recommend inserting orthotics to help with your unique condition. Our custom orthotics are made just for you — and your foot condition.