The Effects of Aging on Your Feet
As you age, your feet can become affected by the wear and tear of a lifetime of walking. As various issues with your body can attribute to old age, our feet can be a common area of pain and...
Sports Injury Surgeries
Sports Injury Surgeries
Sports injuries are a common occurrence at any level of play. These injuries are not only difficult to prepare for but can also be mentally draining. Most athletes are...
Joint Replacement Surgery
Joint replacement surgery is viewed as one of the most effective operations in medicine. The surgical procedure eliminates broken or unhealthy parts of a joint and exchanges them with new,...
Plantar Fascia Release: How It Can Help You
Plantar Fascia Release
Your prototypical foot surgeon in NYC likely encounters patients experiencing an issue with plantar fasciitis on a regular basis. A common cause of heel pain/discomfort,...
Causes of Hammertoes
What Are Hammertoes?
Naturally, hammertoes are deformities that take place within the toes of a patient, creating several complications and annoyances to deal with. Known as a contracture...
Treatment of Ingrown Toenails
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An ingrown toenail occurs when the corner of your toenail grows into the skin. It can cause redness and swelling, associated with intermittent pain. If you are looking for a...
How To Spot Diabetic Foot Complications Early
Diabetes & Your Feet
The correlation between foot-related complications and diabetes has been researched extensively over the last several years. The American Diabetes Association encourages...
PRP and Achilles Tendon Tears
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An Achilles Tendon Tear is an injury that occurs in the lower back of the leg, anywhere from the calf to the heel. It’s a strong fibrous cord that connects the calf muscles...
World Osteoporosis Day
World Osteoporosis Day
World Osteoporosis Day 2018 is shaping up to be one of the best campaigns yet since its introduction over 20 years ago. World Osteoporosis Day (WOD) is annually held on...
Fall Sports and Ankle Injuries
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With the fall sports season approaching, athletes are at high risk of ankle and foot injuries. Sports like soccer, football or cross country place intense demands and stress...
Ligament Injuries
Ligament Injuries
Your ligaments are short bands of flexible tissue that help connect our body’s bones together. The overall goals of ligaments inside your body is to provide movement for...
Plantar Fasciitis Pain During Sandal Season
Sandals are an essential part of many of our summer wardrobes. They go hand in hand with carefree summer days and walks on the beach. However, despite their many good points, there’s a good chance...