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...
Custom Foot Orthotics
Orthotics “I think I need orthotics” is a statement that I often hear in the office. Most of the time, patients don’t even know what that means, but after researching on the internet, it is the conclusion that they have come to. But before we get to that, let’s set the terminology straight: an orthosis is the custom device that you put in your shoe to control abnormal motion, provide support,...
Foot and Ankle Surgeons of New York FAA
FAASNY provides Long Island and New York City area with the best surgical and non-surgical treatments for the foot and ankle. FAASNY was established in Lake Success, NY by Dr. Fred DeLucia and Dr. Joseph Alencherry, who both have extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions of the lower leg and foot. They are also surgically trained in advanced reconstructive...
Frostbite Can Take The Fun Out Of Winter
Frostbite As Jack Frost makes his presence known, many New Yorkers will be enjoying the benefits of the snowy season, skiing, sledding and skating. But when winter is nipping at your toes it can be downright dangerous if frostbite strikes your feet. Extreme exposure to cold over a prolonged period can lead to a serious foot condition, but you do not necessarily need to be exposed to frigid...
Step Up Awareness After Diabetes Diagnosis
Diabetes If you are one of the 26 million Americans diagnosed with diabetes, there are multiple issues that need to be monitored and managed. Throughout November, *National Diabetes Awareness Month*, the members of the New York State Podiatric Medical Association are encouraging everyone who has received the diabetes diagnosis to watch for warning signs signaling serious complications. The...
Best Foot Surgeon in NYC – Advancements In Bunion/Hammertoe Surgery
Click Here For A Podiatrist Weightbearing 4 weeks after Lapidus procedure Bunion & Hammertoe Surgery My foot really hurts today! This is a phrase uttered daily by many people who don’t even give it much further thought. These achy feet are often, especially in women, due to painful bunions and hammertoes. Most put off medical care for these conditions, as they are either unaware of...
Reconstructive Foot Surgery And Cosmetic Techniques
Reconstructive Foot Surgery There is an ever increasing interest in cosmetic surgery, and the foot is no exception. While it is no secret that most women infatuate over Molono Blahniks and Louboutains, men are also becoming more fashion conscious. Foot surgeons are seeing an increase in inquiries regarding “cosmetic” foot surgery from both sexes. There has been some controversy on this...
The Rundown On Bunions
Bunions Bunions are one of the most common foot ailments treated by doctors of podiatric medicine, affecting women more often than men. There are numerous conservative and surgical treatment options that podiatrists can provide to patients with bunions. But first off, is that bump a bunion? A bunion is indeed a bump on the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint at the base of the big toe. It forms...
Flat Foot Surgery In Children And Adults
Painful Flat Foot Before Surgery: Arch is collapsed and the calcaneus (heel bone) is parallel to the ground After Surgery: Note the increased arch height and position of the calcaneus (heel bone) What is a flat foot? Flat foot is a term that refers to a collapsed arch. The general medical term is pes planovalgus. Many children have flat feet but have no symptoms....