
Juvenile Arthritis Awareness
Juvenile Arthritis affects about 300,000 kids in the United States under the age of 16. The condition itself can define certain inflammatory and autoimmune conditions as well as a pediatric rheumatic disease. Arthritis can affect every part of your body, especially the lower extremity as it is under constant physical pressure. The severity of this condition can vary, but becoming aware of...
Preparing Your Child For Foot Surgery
What Can You Do? As a parent of a child who is expected to undergo foot surgery, you are probably experiencing just about as much anxiety as they are. As a parent, you likely consider yourself to be extremely well-versed in preparing your child for just about any situation. However, foot surgery is an extenuating circumstance, and you may be questioning yourself on where to begin....
Ensuring Children’s Health
Ankle Surgeon in NYC April is National Foot Health Awareness Month and the New York State Podiatric Medical Association’s (NYSPMA) 1,200 doctor-members are focused on educating parents regarding the importance of having healthy feet and shoes that fit properly. Since sports can play a key role in children’s activities, parents and other caregivers should be aware of the injuries...