Morton’s Neuroma
Do you get the constant feeling that you are standing on a pebble or bunched up sock when you walk? Are you currently experiencing pain on the ball of your foot, specifically between your third and fourth toe? If you answered yes to these questions, you may be suffering from Morton’s Neuroma. In all likelihood, this is a condition in which you’re not particularly well-versed, but here at Foot...
Common Foot and Ankle Injuries During Football Season
Nassau County Football Players, could be at risk for potential foot and ankle injuries due to the injury risk associated with the sport. Foot and Ankle Surgeons of New York, a podiatrist in Nassau County, NY offers extensive treatment options for an athletes’ lower extremities. Our experienced team will provide professional service to help you recover from your injuries and get you back on...
What is Turf Toe?
Turf toe is a simple, but often painful injury and is very commonly seen among American Football players due to the increased implementation of artificial turf fields. Artificial turf has less “give” to it than natural grass when force is placed onto the surface. Often, this leads to injury, which is why this complication has earned the name “turf toe.” If you have experienced a turf toe...
What Should I Look For When Buying Winter Boots?
From holiday shopping to hikes on the snow-covered ground, people are always on the move this time of year. A great pair of winter boots can determine whether it’s a fun-filled season or one riddled with injuries. The team at Foot and Ankle Surgeons of New York knows how important proper foot care can be, which is why we’d like to help. By following these tips on what to look for when buying...
What is Osteomyelitis?
Did you know the foot has 26 bones, 33 joints, and more than 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments? Naturally, the foot has a fundamental role in walking and maneuvering. When conditions affect the feet or any other body part, our everyday functions are negatively altered. Osteomyelitis is a rare bone infection caused by Staphylococcus bacteria. It could occur in different areas of the body,...
Athlete’s Foot Treatment
What Is Athlete’s Foot? Americans spend an average of 5.27 hours per day on leisure and sports. Additionally, many professional sports are available on television, including American football, baseball, soccer, and basketball. Sports play a huge role in our lives; which is why it is vital to familiarize ourselves with the possible injuries that could occur as a result of physical activity....
November is American Diabetes Month- Diabetic Foot Care
November is American Diabetes Month! During this month communities all across the country team up to raise diabetes awareness. Diabetes has been known as one of the leading causes of death and disability in Americans, and one out of ten Americans live with diabetes. It has been known to cause kidney disease, blindness, nerve damage, and many more life-threatening problems. Diabetes And...
Chronic Lateral Ankle Pain
When we experience pain on the outside of our ankle, the potential cause of discomfort could be from a sprained ankle, leading to the presence of worse conditions such as chronic lateral ankle pain. Chronic lateral ankle pain can be annoying, as it inhibits our ability to walk and or even go about living our daily life. You may feel tenderness, swelling, or stiffness in the ankle area. If you...
Bunion Prevention
The joint where your big toe and foot meet is referred to as the metatarsophalangeal joint. A bunion is a bony bump that forms on that joint, as your big toe will start to point in the direction of your other toes. A bunion’s growth is gradual and can oftentimes move to the top of the neighboring toe as it progresses. Other than the obvious bump on the joint, symptoms may include pain,...