Posted by Jenn F. on Wednesday, June 5th, 2013
Do your feet ache day in and day out? This is a common complaint of people who do a lot of standing or walking at their jobs. The good news is that you don't have to "just put up with it" as a fact of life. There are, in fact, many treatments and remedies for achy feet that we recommend ...
Posted by Jenn F. on Tuesday, June 4th, 2013
There are two types of burning on your feet. In one scenario, your feet were actually burned with fire, scalding liquid, or UV radiation from the sun. In another scenario, you may just feel as though your feet are “burning and tingling,” with no visible evidence. This is a common complaint heard in a podiatrist's office. Here are three possible ...
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 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 Wednesday, May 15th, 2013
The NBA 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 Thursday, May 2nd, 2013
Foot surgery recovery is no walk in the park. Sixty-five-year-old Manhattan resident Annie Brumbaugh had two serious foot surgeries and a bone graft done on her foot. "This is not easy," she told the New York Times. "Most people have no idea what they are in for," she added. Preparing for post-operative recovery took a lot more than stocking up on ...
Posted by Jenn F. on Wednesday, May 1st, 2013
There is good news for plantar fasciitis sufferers. Despite excruciating pain, only five out of 100 patients require surgery. Most people recover completely within a year using nonsurgical treatments, says WebMD. Tearing and inflammation of the plantar fascia tissue, which connects the heel to the toes, is the most common cause of heel pain. It is estimated that 10% of ...
Posted by Jenn F. on Friday, April 26th, 2013
Our ability to run seems as natural as our ability to walk. We simply put one foot before the other and speed it up a little. Yet some medical professionals say the thoughtlessness of running could yield big problems down the line. "So many runners just run. So many people look at a (fitness) magazine and say ‘I can do that.' ...
Posted by Jenn F. on Thursday, April 25th, 2013
In the medical world, foot surgery is viewed as a "last resort" treatment because invasive intervention is riskier by nature -- not to mention, more expensive than conventional treatments. Yet, there are plenty of cases where surgery is the most sensible choice. In this article, we'll talk about some of the procedures we do, possible benefits of foot surgery, and ...
Posted by Jenn F. on Wednesday, April 24th, 2013
Last month, the LA Times suggested that plantar fasciitis is not just commonplace in America – it’s an epidemic. “I see 18 to 20 patients a day with plantar fasciitis,” Massachusetts podiatrist Michael King told the paper. “Heel pain is epidemic. Some people just tolerate the pain and try to get by.” The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons says approximately ...
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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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