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The Dos and Don’ts of Hammertoe

The Dos and Don’ts of Hammertoe
It's easy to think of your hammertoe as an issue that only becomes apparent when wearing sandals. However, writing off this foot deformity as a purely cosmetic issue can lead to future pain and discomfort. If you have a hammertoe, here are our top dos and
Oct 9th, 2025
Do My Bunions Require Surgery?

Do My Bunions Require Surgery?
If you have a bunion, do you automatically need surgery? The answer isn’t as simple as you think. Here’s why some bunions need surgery and others respond well to conservative treatments.
Sep 29th, 2025
When Does an Ingrown Toenail Require Professional Treatment?

When Does an Ingrown Toenail Require Professional Treatment?
Most ingrown toenails resolve with proper self-care. But when an ingrown toenail doesn’t improve or becomes painfully infected, expert care from a podiatrist is required. Read on to learn when this common problem requires professional treatment.
Aug 20th, 2025

When Should I See a Podiatrist (Foot Doctor)?
Taking care of your feet may start with proper hygiene and shoes, but foot and ankle pain or discomfort should be closely monitored and treated. If you notice changes or pain in your feet, you may need to see a Podiatrist. It is not normal to have pain or
May 21st, 2021
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Foot Care & Football: Why Strong Feet Win Championships
Every Super Bowl, we celebrate the grit, speed, and sheer athleticism of America’s top football players. But while the touchdowns and tackles grab the headlines, one essential factor rarely gets its moment in the spotlight: foot health.
Feb 9th, 2026
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Foot Care & Custom Orthotics in Marietta, GA
Marietta residents have excellent options for proactive foot health—whether you're addressing heel pain, arch issues, or diabetic complications, local specialists offer comprehensive, personalized care.
Jul 16th, 2025
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Hitting Summer Camp in Marietta? Watch Those Feet!
Summer camp in Marietta is an exciting adventure—filled with sports, hiking, swimming, and lasting memories. But with all that activity comes the risk of foot and ankle issues if you’re not prepared.
Jun 29th, 2025
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Marietta Podiatry: Dr. Shaynah Goldfine
Dr. Shaynah Goldfine, DPM, is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon (Podiatrist) serving the Marietta, Georgia community. With a comprehensive background in trauma, reconstructive surgery, and wound care.
May 16th, 2025
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Thanksgiving Foot Care Tips from Your Marietta Podiatrist
This Thanksgiving, show your feet a little extra gratitude. If you need expert advice or treatment, visit Dr. Shaynah Goldfine’s podiatry practice in Marietta—we’re here to keep you moving through the holiday season and beyond!
Nov 29th, 2024
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Exercising this Summer with Flat Feet in Marietta, Georgia
Having flat feet can make things difficult when it comes being active and exercising in Georgia. However, having flat feet does not necessarily have to slow you down! Our beautiful Marietta, Georgia is filled with scenic trails!
May 15th, 2023
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Marietta Foot Doctor Advice for Preparing Your Feet for Summer!
With Memorial Day and Summer inching closer in Marietta, Georgia, it’s time to start preparing your feet for the warm weather! From a foot doctor’s point of view, the best way to treat your feet is with preventative measures! Come see your Podiatrist!
May 1st, 2023
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Foot Warts? Visit a Marietta Podiatrist Near You!
While there are a plethora of misconceptions about foot warts, there are also many things that are true about them! They can cause foot pain, they can spread to other parts of the foot or toes, and they can be unsightly.
Apr 20th, 2023
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Supportive Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis
Regardless of whether or not you have plantar fasciitis, wearing proper supportive shoes is paramount to good feet health! Our foot doctors are more than happy to review supportive shoes with our patients!
Mar 27th, 2023
Heel Spur Marietta

Heel Spur Treatment Near Me
Heel pain can have a variety of causes. The important thing to know, is that foot pain and toe pain are not normal! If you are experiencing heel pain or foot pain, it is a good idea to reach out to a foot doctor (Podiatrist) near you!
Feb 20th, 2023
Achilles Tendonitis

Is Your Achilles Tendonitis Turning Into Your Achilles Heel?
Achilles was almost completely invincible, with the exception of his heel (Achilles' heel). Whether or not the stories from The Iliad and The Odyssey are factual, the Achilles tendon is a commonly injured area. Any Achilles injuries can be detrimental!
Feb 1st, 2023
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Plantar Fasciitis in Marietta
While there are many possible problems that can cause heel pain in our feet, plantar fasciitis is a very common ailment. We want to be able to walk around Marietta Square and walk around the Big Chicken without limping!
Jan 16th, 2023
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Be Good to Your Feet!  A Foot Doctor’s Tips
Happy New Year (2023) to everyone! As we are all making resolutions that we may or may not keep, please keep your feet in mind! There are many things you can do for your feet that are easy and can prevent many unwanted foot problems!
Jan 5th, 2023
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A Marietta Foot Doctor’s Take on Hammertoes
A hammertoe can happen to any of the toes of the feet. It occurs when a toe contracts or pulls more than it normally should. As there are changes that occur, it is possible to get pain to the top, bottom, or tip of the affected toes.
Jan 1st, 2023
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Ingrown Toenail Treatment by Your Foot Doctor
Sharp stabbing pain at the ends of your toes?! Ingrown toenail affecting your walking?! Don’t ignore your toe pain! Seek medical care from your local foot doctor as soon as possible!
Nov 25th, 2022
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Plantar Fasciitis Treatment and Custom Orthotics in Marietta
Don't spend an arm and a leg on custom orthotics! There are stores that will try to charge you hundreds of dollars for generic over-the-counter inserts that will not alleviate your plantar fasciitis or foot pain! Make an appointment with a foot doctor!
Nov 17th, 2022
Frostbite of toes

A Marietta Podiatrist Take on Frostbite of the Foot
It's getting to be the end of fall down here in Georgia, and the temperatures are starting to drop! It is very important to keep a close eye on your toes and feet, to make sure they aren't getting too cold. Bundle up! Wear thick socks!
Oct 31st, 2022
heel pain

Heel Pain
Heel pain can have a variety of causative factors! Many people will try to self-diagnose, but might be treating the wrong foot condition. Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, calcaneus stress fractures, etc are some of the many possibilities!
Oct 12th, 2022
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Curing Plantar Fasciitis
While we do a lot of walking in Marietta (Kennesaw Battlefield, Pine Mountain, etc), you should limit activity when you notice symptoms of plantar fasciitis starting to flare up. The earlier that you make an appointment with your foot doctor, the better!
Oct 3rd, 2022
Lisfranc foot injury

A Marietta Podiatrist’s Take on Lisfranc Foot Injury
Patients may experience sprains, dislocations, fractures, or capsulitis at this joint. Most patient will relate swelling, ecchymosis (bruising), and possible limping. Getting a foot x-ray by your foot doctor (Podiatrist) is imperative.
Oct 2nd, 2022
Foot wound

A Marietta Podiatrists Take on Puncture Wounds of the Foot
Puncture wounds can happen to anyone, but are more common amongst patients with peripheral neuropathy. A puncture wound is caused by an object (usually a nail), that either punctures directly through the skin or through a shoe and through the skin.
Aug 19th, 2022
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Thinking About Bunion Surgery?
If you’ve already attempted conservative treatment measures (bunion corrector, inserts, toe spacers, shoes, etc) to try to get rid of your bunion pain, and nothing is working, it might be time to consider bunion surgery.
Aug 15th, 2022
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Wound Care Doctor for Foot and Leg Wounds
Drs Ryan and Shaynah Goldfine are Wound Care doctors and surgeons. With an extensive background in wound care, there are many different ways to expedite healing and prevent wounds to the feet and legs.
Jul 30th, 2022
Peroneal Tendonitis

A Podiatrist's Take on Peroneal Tendon Injuries
Looking for peroneal tendonitis treatment? Our Podiatrists in Marietta are here to help. Whether it is the peroneus longus or peroneus brevis tendon that is injured, early foot and ankle treatment is paramount!
May 11th, 2022
Ingrown Toenail

Podiatrist Update on Ingrown Toenail Removal
Please feel free to reach out to our office to see our Ingrown Toenail Specialists! Our Podiatrists (Drs Goldfine) will perform a thorough evaluation and review treatment options for your ingrown toenail!
Apr 28th, 2022
Ankle sprain

A Marietta Podiatrist’s Take on Sprained Ankle
Our foot and ankle ligaments are in charge of keeping our joint together in the proper position, and a sprain or torn ligament can cause other problems. You may experience ankle pain, ankle swelling, ecchymosis, and a loose or rigid ankle.
Apr 28th, 2022
Foot Surgery

Minimally Invasive Bunion Foot Surgery
Bunions are bony protrusions affecting your big toe joint. Although the appearance of a bunion is bad enough, the effects can grow much worse if you don't get treatment.
Jan 1st, 2022
Ingrown Toenail

Ingrown Toenail Removal
Our Podiatrists do an excellent job at explaining possible treatment options. If needed, an in-office procedure can be performed, where a sliver of the toenail is removed.
Dec 5th, 2021
Diabetes Good Feet

A Marietta Podiatrist’s Take on Diabetes and Foot Care
Proper foot care is especially critical for diabetics because they are prone to foot problems such as loss of feeling in their feet, changes in the shape of their foot, poor circulation and sores that do not heal.  Daily foot care is important!
Nov 10th, 2021
Good For Your Feet

Orthotics are Good For Your Feet
Custom orthotics can relieve your pain. Custom orthotics should never cost you more than $800! For good over-the-counter orthotics (orthotics you can receive the same day), you should not have to pay more than $70 per pair!
Oct 14th, 2021
Callus of foot

Foot callus? Foot Corn? Foot wart?
What’s the difference between corns, calluses, and warts? Some people may find it difficult to differentiate between corns, calluses, and warts. Corns and calluses are caused by excess pressure on your feet when walking or standing.
Sep 3rd, 2021
Heel spur

Heel Spur Cure
If you experience heel pain that doesn’t seem to go away, please reach out to our office. At Ankle & Foot Centers of Georgia - West Cobb in Marietta, Georgia, Ryan Goldfine, DPM and Shaynah Goldfine, DPM offer surgical and nonsurgical treatment options.
Sep 3rd, 2021
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A Podiatrist's Summer Foot Care Guide
Summer is great for a variety of reasons! More ice cream, vacations, going to the beach, relaxing by the pool, and school is out! While out having a good time, it is still important to take proper care of your feet!
Aug 2nd, 2021