About Pamela Karman, DPM

Doctor Karman is a NYC podiatrist practicing for over 35 years. Diplomate of AAMFS and certified by the American Board of Foot Surgeons. Dr. Karman is a Distinguished Member of The NYS Board of Podiatry (a division of The NYS Board of Regents)
16 09 / 2025

Athletes and Risk of Toenail Fungus

By |2026-02-17T11:10:44-08:00September 16th, 2025|

Toenail Fungus in Athletes: Why Active Lifestyles Increase Risk Athletes face a higher risk of developing toenail fungus compared to individuals who are less physically active. While regular sports participation offers numerous health benefits, it also creates conditions that make fungal infections more likely. Intense physical activity often leads to excessive sweating, prolonged [...]

16 09 / 2025

Sweaty Feet and Toenail Fungus

By |2026-02-17T11:25:09-08:00September 16th, 2025|

Do Sweaty Feet Cause Toenail Fungus? What You Need to Know Sweaty feet can significantly increase your risk of developing toenail fungus. Because fungal organisms thrive in warm, moist environments, excess moisture inside shoes creates ideal conditions for infection. When sweat becomes trapped around the toes for extended periods, it softens the skin [...]

16 09 / 2025

Sports and Toenail Fungus

By |2026-02-17T11:36:04-08:00September 16th, 2025|

Sports and Toenail Fungus: Why Active Lifestyles Increase Risk Participation in sports offers significant physical and mental health benefits. However, certain athletic environments can increase the risk of developing toenail fungus. Because fungal organisms thrive in warm, moist conditions, athletes often face higher exposure due to sweaty feet, tight athletic footwear, shared locker [...]

16 09 / 2025

Preventing Toenail Fungus

By |2026-02-17T12:04:51-08:00September 16th, 2025|

How to Prevent Toenail Fungus and Protect Your Nail Health Preventing toenail fungus can feel challenging, especially because fungal organisms are all around us. Warm, moist areas such as shoes, locker rooms, spas, and public showers create ideal conditions for fungal growth. While exposure is often unavoidable, understanding how infections develop can help [...]