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Dear Dr. Schwartz, which ballet flats are great for your feet?
Spring and Summer 2021: comfortable feet are fashionable feet. “Buy the ballet flats with a built in orthotic arch support.” 1.Vionic brand ballet flats: Carroll, Minna, Alexa Firstly, check out the Vionic sale section to see if there’s a ballet flat in your size. Here’s the link: 40% off Select Sale Items. And New styles added! 2. Aetrex Lyla Flat Next, try the Nordstrom link for the Aetrex Lyla by clicking on the shoe below or the Amazon link in the sidebar. “Buy the ballet flats that are the most cushioned and shock absorbing, but above all, add your own orthotic / arch support insole.” Everyone should own a pair…
My Life and Limb Saving Drug: Nirogacestat
Nirogacestat is a targeted tumor treatment for desmoid type fibrosarcoma. SpringWorks Therapeutics reportedly plans to submit a New Drug Application (NDA) to the FDA for review in the upcoming near future. In the below video link, Bernd Kasper, MD, PhD,…
9 Best Exercises to Increase Your Fall Balance
Do These Foot and Leg Exercises Daily to Gain Lower Extremity Strength and Confidence The Ohio Department of Aging has put together the following exercises and descriptions which I whole heartedly support as a podiatrist for fall prevention. In my…
Your 7 Step Walking Meditation to Benefit Mental Health
Part 1: Mental Health Awareness May is mental health awareness month and the perfect time to start a walking meditation practice. In fact, during the pandemic while on chemotherapy I became a certified Deepak Chopra, MD meditation instructor. Together let’s…
Are you a fall risk? Ask yourself 3 questions
Fall risk key takeaways: Every second an older adult falls. Data sources: National Vital Statistics System, National Electronic Injury Surveillance System-All Injury Program, and Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System. Falls can lead to devastating outcomes. Therefore, get screened by your…
Your Top 2021 Sandal Brands Podiatrists Love
Friends are asking me for the sandal brands they should be shopping for right now and for access to my affiliate links. I do support small independent shoe stores where you can try on in store and be helped by…
Ankle Injuries: When to Seek Medical Care
Whether from a simple slip on a walk or a forceful wrench during the big game, many of us have experienced a painful twisted ankle. Ankle injuries are a common occurrence among athletes at every level, but if not properly…
Step out the new year in “Dad shoes”
Here’s what’s happening for shoes in my partner’s closet to start 2021. What’s going on in the shoe closet near you? It’s time for a look? Nike Air Max 97 After a year of comfortable wear at my house and…
Holiday Gift Guide #2: Last Minute Picks for Healthy Feet
Increase balance with fitness tools Healthy feet combine stability and flexibility to form our foundation. Isn’t it amazing how our feet at their healthiest can quickly scale us up and down hiking trails or the court? Heading into 2021, my…
Difficult Feet Need Shoes Too! Big Thanks to Nordstrom Shoes
from shoe blogger podiatrist, Dr. Colleen Schwartz Dear Nordstrom Shoes, Part of my gratitude practice from Thanksgiving to Christmas is thanking companies who exceed customer expectations and truly care. Nordstrom Shoes has been a dependable source ready and able to…
Podiatrist Top Picks for Made in USA Wool Socks
Wool for temperature and odor control One of the best ways to control your environment? Wear really good wool socks. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means…