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Part 1 of a 2 part series follow up to 'A Podiatrist's Journey through his first half Ironman'

Part 3 of a 3 part series

Part 2 of a 3 part series

Part 1 of a 3 part series

A really good question came across our social media feed recently; “Tell us how to best care for our feet as we, ahem, become mature!”, this blog post answers this question with suggestions to help keep your feet healthy and strong throughout life.

A Follow up to Running in the Heat

Tips and skill knowledge for running in the heat from podiatrist Neil Feldman, DPM

Dr. Pelto covers the common questions of toe nail fungus

Ben Saviet, podiatrist recalls his journey from start to finish of the Virginia Half Iron Man race

Are your shoes the cause of your foot pain?

In this video, Dr. Pelto will go over tips for you if you have diabetes and need diabetic shoes or if you are a person fitting others with diabetic shoes. We will go over many of the common problems that can happen when fitting shoes for diabetics.

In this video Dr. Pelto will give a tour of his office at Central Massachusetts Podiatry located in Worcester Massachusetts.

In this interview Dr. Pelto will go into some more advanced questions about fasting and tips for those interested in learning how to use fasting for weight loss, diabetes and other health benefits. Links: www.idmprogram.com

Dr Feldman's Super Bowl weekend 100 miler

In this interview, Dr. Pelto will talk with Joanna Anderson one of the founding members of the Tri-State Running Group about how she got interested in running and how she has been involved in this group over the past few years.

In this video I will talk with Jason Kurland who has lost 60lbs in the last year using something called intermittent fasting. He will go over what were some of the problems and successes as he has done this program in his own life.

In this episode we will talk to Ron Ernenwein about staying healthy and balanced in life.

In this interview, Dr. Pelto is interviewing Steve Lichtman about health and losing weight.

Here is a lecture done for the Worcester Senior center with shoe buying tips. Below you will find the link to the different resources mentioned in the video. https://www.postwire.com/page/5be181fc84350f51db94286a

In this interview, Dr. Pelto will interview Dr. Robert Spalding the creator of MediNails an online platform to educate and advised the understanding about the nail care industry.

In this interview we are discussing about being more efficient and effective in life with a website called FollowUpThen.com. This will allow people others to be more effective about following up with other and possibly allow your email to get to zero.

In this interview we are going to talk more with Mr. Robert Bureau and about coping with difficult times in life both personally and as a caregiver to others.

In this interview for Healthy Living we will look at many aspects of chiropractic care and focus on the specialty of Dr. Falcone which includes prenatal and postpartum care.

In this interview we will go over many aspects of living healthier and getting and staying in shape. Michael Stanton has a unique business and shake shop in Worcester.

In this interview, Dr. Pelto talks with Dr. Lorraine Loretz a specialist who works with different types of Vein Problems.

In this video we will go over different aspects of how to quickly get rid of your plantar fasciitis.

Here is a little survey to determine what you would like to learn more about regarding your foot health.

Here is a video about nail fungus and different treatment options

Dr. Feldman's experience with recent pre-race injury before a trail marathon

Here is a new treatment that can be used to restore discolored or ugly toenails here in Worcester, Massachusetts.

A video of surgical wart removal in our office

Do I have to do ALL of that to stay healthy?

Two of our doctors recount their 2018 Boston Marathons

How do I stay healthy as a senior citizen? Interview with Dr. Harvey Clermont

In this video we will go over different causes of cold injuries and how you can treat them.

Here is an interview with Dr. Camille Roberts, a dermatologist in Worcester, Massachusetts where we talk about common skin conditions including cancer of the of the foot.

In this interview we will go over safety aspects regarding getting your nails done.

Interview of weight loss and nutrition with owner of Fitness Asylum, Bonnie Lefrak

Here is a video that shows how to do foam rolling for the back of calf region.

Here is a helpful compilation of heel pain information regarding the more advanced treatments that is updated regarding heel pain treatment.

Here is a video review of how to use the trigger point tools for loosening the calf region for many foot related condition.

A review of the risks and (few) rewards of single sport specialization

Healthy Living Series- Regenerative medicine

Healthy Living Video series on Diabetes

Read Dr. Saviet's summary of Shockwave Therapy

Healthy Living Series, Video #4 of 4: Warts

Plantar Fasciitis

Dr. Pelto's video about stress Fractures

The first in a series of 4 videos in Dr. Pelto's Healthy Living series, this first one is on Fungal Toenails.

Your Doctor thinks like a coach

Being the New Kid is Hard

Kissing a warty-skinned toad may turn out well in a fairy tale, but having warts in real life can be very unpleasant. Removing warts yourself is no easy task.

A laceration is also known as a cut or tear in the skin. A laceration can be superficial, meaning it’s shallow and is in the outer layer of the body affecting only the skin.

You may pride yourself on your active lifestyle, and you should, as staying active is one proven way to help maintain a higher level of overall health.

You know the saying, “No one is perfect.” And that goes for the length of our legs. Limb length discrepancy is a common condition.

Lumps and bumps that appear anywhere on your body can be a cause for concern, and rightly so.

We all want to have nice looking toes and toenails, especially in the warm months of summer when we head to the pool, park, and beach.

Whether you prefer a leisurely outing on the paved path around Blackstone River or the more challenging terrain of Sparrow Trail, our community offers easy access to a wide range of scenic adventures.

There’s no better time than the present to join the more than 8 million Americans who’re crazy about trail running. Massachusetts in May has the perfect weather (a daytime average of 71 degrees F), and hundreds of scenic routes.

If you’re an avid runner or hiker, chances are your feet show it. Blisters, calluses and even blackened toenails that fall off are all common ailments. But most of the time, losing a toenail can be prevented with proper care and footwear.

Peroneal tendon problems are not among the most common sports injuries, but they’re definitely among the most frustrating

The Achilles tendon that connects your heel bone to your calf muscle is the largest and strongest tendon in the body. It’s also one of the likeliest to become strained and inflamed

Everyone knows arthritis is a degenerative condition that often accompanies aging. However, few are likely aware that for 45 million Americans, arthritis afflicts the joint of the big toe, creating pain and restricting movement

Say “arthritis” and most people think of a retired football player with bum knees or an elderly woman rubbing her sore shoulder in an Advil commercial

Don’t let common misconceptions about running stop you from trying, arguably, the most efficient, economical, and emotionally satisfying forms of exercise

No doubt you’ve heard about the flurry of high-tech solutions touted for eradicating wrinkles. Well, several similar ground-breaking discoveries are also now being used to eliminate heel pain.

Ever feel like there’s a pebble in your shoe, but there’s not?

Don’t Let Ingrown Toenail Pain Keep You Up at Night You procrastinated making an appointment to see us, and now that painful, throbbing red ingrown toenail is waking you up in the middle of the night.

Forget the Tour De Worcester, ice skating at the Common Oval or dropping into the JCC for a game of pickleball.

When should you seek bunion treatment?

7 Tips for Preventing Gout Flare Ups During the Holidays

Keep Your Feet Warm and Comfy While Exercising Outdoors This Winter

The Core

We are just a bunch of moving parts

Proper belly breathing

Watch Dr. Pelto explain what achilles tendonitis is and how to treat it, in his YouTube video

Learn about what Acute Taperitis is, it's common foot ailments, and how to deal with it

Discover why running is healthy for you and experience the benefits of running on trails vs. roads

Find out which features to look for when selecting the best shoe for you.

Learn how gait analysis can help in identifying your weakness and retraining your gait.