Summit Foot and Ankle

03/20/2026

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As more people stay active as they age, overuse injuries are increasing. A non-invasive treatment known as shockwave therapy can help ease heel and elbow pain. Here's how.

11/20/2025

🎁💙 Holiday Food Drive at Summit Foot & Ankle 💙🎁

This holiday season, we’re filling hearts *and* cupboards with our **Holiday Food Drive** at **Summit Foot & Ankle in Latham, New York** – and we’d love your help.

📍 **Location:** Summit Foot & Ankle, Latham, NY
📅 **Dates:** November 20 – December 23
🕘 **Days/Hours:** Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

We’re collecting **non-perishable food items** to support local families during the holidays. Your kindness can make someone’s season a little brighter. 🌟

🥫 **Most needed items:**
- Canned vegetables & fruits
- Canned soups & stews
- Pasta, rice & boxed meals
- Peanut butter & jelly
- Cereal & oatmeal

Every single item helps. Drop off your donations in our office lobby, snap a pic, and help us spread the word by sharing this post.

Thank you for helping us support our community this holiday season. 💙❄️

06/20/2025

Bunions can be treated.

Read more: https://www.summitfootandankle.com/component/k2/item/1608-are-bunions-affecting-your-everyday-life

06/17/2025

Athlete’s foot can lead to painful blisters that form on the soles of the feet or between the toes. These blisters, often filled with clear or yellowish fluid, may occur even in areas without friction and can become more than just a source of discomfort. When athlete's foot blisters break open,...

Read more: https://www.summitfootandankle.com/component/k2/item/1607-complications-from-athlete-s-foot-blisters

06/10/2025

Swollen feet are a common concern during pregnancy, usually caused by increased fluid retention and pressure on blood vessels from the growing uterus , which slows circulation. Hormonal changes can also affect blood flow and contribute to swelling. Risk factors include standing for long periods of t...

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06/03/2025

The feet can offer important clues about your overall health. Dark spots or unusual discoloration under the toenails may indicate melanoma, a serious form of skin cancer. Horizontal or vertical lines in the nails may suggest low levels of magnesium, zinc, or certain vitamins. Chipped or cracked toen...

Read more: https://www.summitfootandankle.com/component/k2/item/1603-what-your-feet-reveal-about-your-overall-health

05/27/2025

Gout is a chronic inflammatory form of arthritis that often affects the joints of the feet, particularly the big toe. During a gout flare-up, the affected joint may become intensely painful, swollen, and red due to the buildup of uric acid crystals. While there is no cure for gout, medical treatment...

Read more: https://www.summitfootandankle.com/component/k2/item/1601-managing-gout-with-ongoing-treatment

05/21/2025

Ingrown toenails can be treated.

Read more: https://www.summitfootandankle.com/component/k2/item/1599-are-you-suffering-from-ingrown-toenails

05/20/2025

Corns are thick, hardened areas of skin that develop on the feet due to repeated pressure or friction, often from wearing tight shoes or abnormal foot mechanics. Unlike callouses, which are broader and form on weight-bearing areas like the soles, corns are smaller, have a hard center, and typically...

Read more: https://www.summitfootandankle.com/component/k2/item/1598-corns-or-calluses

05/13/2025

Older adults with foot pain may face more than just daily discomfort. They may also be at greater risk of falling. Research shows that those with ongoing or intense foot pain are more likely to experience repeated falls. The structure of the foot also matters. A flat foot shape, known as planus post...

Read more: https://www.summitfootandankle.com/component/k2/item/1596-foot-pain-and-posture-linked-to-falls-in-older-adults

05/06/2025

Cracked heels, also known as heel fissures, occur when the skin on the heels becomes dry, thickened, and eventually splits. This condition often results from a lack of moisture and pressure on the fat pad under the heel, causing the skin to expand and crack. Symptoms of cracked heels include dry, ro...

Read more: https://www.summitfootandankle.com/component/k2/item/1594-facts-about-cracked-heels

04/29/2025

Chronic ankle pain refers to persistent discomfort in the joint that lasts for an extended period and may interfere with daily activities. Symptoms include ongoing pain, difficulty walking, foot swelling, and visible bruising. Many individuals also experience a limited range of motion, making it har...

Read more: https://www.summitfootandankle.com/component/k2/item/1592-causes-and-symptoms-of-chronic-ankle-pain