Posted by Jenn F. on Friday, May 24th, 2013
We see all types of feet here at the The Center for Podiatric Care & Sports Medicine. About 60% of the people that come in have medium arches that are tired and aching from being always on-the-go. Often, we tell them that extra cushioning and changing shoes regularly to maintain shock absorption and support will do. Many people like the ...
Posted by Jenn F. on Thursday, May 23rd, 2013
A new study published in the Arthritis Care & Research journal reveals that common foot disorders -- like bunions, hammertoe, and claw toe -- appear to be inherited. There is increased incidence among white men and European women, the research showed. The findings are part of the Framington Foot Study, which has been looking at more than 6,000 feet over ...
Posted by Jenn F. on Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013
For Deena Hansen of Yankton, South Dakota, each step sent a shockwave of pain rippling through her body. Even worse than the pain was the shots she had to get in her foot to relieve the pain she's suffered for a year and a half. She tried the cortisone shots in addition to physical therapy and corrective shoes, but nothing ...
Posted by Jenn F. on Tuesday, May 21st, 2013
Posted by Jenn F. on Tuesday, May 21st, 2013
The most common types of soccer injuries include ankle or knee sprains, muscle strains, lower extremity fractures, and head injuries, according to New York University. This month, a study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons revealed how soccer injuries occur. It turns out, it's a combination of cleat and turf, say scientists at the Hospital for ...
Posted by Jenn F. on Monday, May 20th, 2013
Finding the right doctor isn't as easy as it should be. "The truth of the matter is that people are hard pressed to make well-informed decisions when they choose a doctor, and they’re doing it blind,” AARP senior adviser Joyce Dubow told the New York Times. "We don’t have objective data, so we use family and friends. And that’s not ...
Posted by Jenn F. on Friday, May 17th, 2013
Gait analysis has become an important part of identifying the root cause of physical problems. Sports injury clinics find gait analysis to be a helpful guide in suggesting treatment options. In addition to a basic physical exam, this technology shows doctors precisely how many many aches, pains and injuries can start from the ground up. Patient history and other medical ...
Posted by Jenn F. on Thursday, May 16th, 2013
An estimated 23% of adult Americans suffer from bunions, according to a review of studies published in 2010 in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Research. More than two-thirds of people over age 65 will suffer from them, but the popularity of high heels is causing a number of young women to see doctors regarding their bunions. In fact, the ...
Posted by Jenn F. on Wednesday, May 15th, 2013
The N.B.A. playoffs have left many pro athletes sidelined with foot injuries. Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah and LA Lakers guard Kobe Bryant have both had shockwave therapy for foot pain. This relatively new technique is a noninvasive, FDA-approved procedure that stimulates blood circulation and healing by delivering pressure waves into the painful area. The session only takes about 15 ...
Posted by Jenn F. on Tuesday, May 14th, 2013
Marathon running has surged in popularity over the past two decades. More and more amateur runners are looking at the marathon as the gold standard of physical fitness and embrace the challenge to push themselves harder to reach this milestone. Our very own Dr. Geldwert is an avid runner who has served as the medical director for major race events ...
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Our Director, NY Podiatrist, Dr. Josef J. Geldwert is Board Certified in Foot and Ankle Surgery and is a recognized authority on the most advanced surgical techniques to correct bunions and hammertoes.
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Dr. Katherine Lai is Board Certified in Foot Surgery and has lectured extensively on The Diabetic Foot and Wound Care and on the Scope and Practice of Holistic Podiatry at an Integrative Medicine conference.
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Dr. Ryan Minara completed a 4 year Foot and Ankle residency from NY Hospital Queens where he was the Chief Resident. His focus in practice is on the treatment of complex foot and ankle problems.
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Dr. Nadia F. Levy completed her three-year residency in foot and ankle surgery at Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford, Connecticut where she served as Cheif Resident her final year.
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