How to Identify and Treat Seed Corns on Feet
Daily friction, moisture, and weight on the feet can contribute to a variety of issues, including corns and calluses. Calluses are painless, hard areas of thickened skin formed to protect more sensitive tissues. Corns, on the other hand, are often painful. Hard and soft corns form as areas of skin (usually on the top or […]
A Doctor’s Complete Guide to Morton’s Neuroma Surgery
In the late 1800s, a doctor named Dr. Morton was the first to isolate and classify a painful foot condition that would later come to be known as Morton’s neuroma. While the name seems to indicate a cancerous growth, Morton’s neuroma is not a tumor, rather, it describes excessive nerve growth. This article will discuss […]
Common Toenail Problems and What You Can Do About Them
Your toenails are more than a canvas for color in the summer. They protect the toes by adding a strong layer on top of what is a small but important area of the body. They can also provide a glimpse of what is going on in your body. Some toenail issues can indicate a more […]
What Kind of Recovery Time to Expect From Subungual Exostosis Surgery
If you know or suspect that subungual exostosis surgery is in your future, you may be concerned about the amount of recovery time that is required to heal from this surgery. We hope to help give you a more thorough understanding of the surgery in this article so you can go forward confidently as a […]
MRI in Your Future? Read This First
An MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) is a tool used by doctors of all specialties to visualize and diagnose internal structures. It provides a more detailed look than an x-ray can. With an MRI the doctor can also image organs and soft tissues, not just bones. Why Do I Need an MRI? Your doctor may recommend […]
8 Tips To Maintain Healthy Feet
Stop to consider how often you think about the fact that you DON’T have foot problems. It’s probably been a while. We tend to take our health for granted, until the day when our lifestyle catches up and we wish we could go back and do things differently. People often overlook simple things they can […]
Managing Pain After Foot Surgery
Some injuries and foot conditions will require surgery. If your NYC podiatrist has recommended surgery, you may be concerned about post-op pain and what you can do to minimize the pain. This article will discuss the common reasons for post-op pain and how to manage it most effectively, including our MLS class 4 laser therapy […]
Is There Any Way to Treat a Hammertoe Without Surgery?
If you are going in for treatment for a hammertoe and looking into your options, there are both surgical and non-surgical options available. Your podiatrist can explain the options that will work best for your specific instance. Many people are understandably nervous when they hear that their condition may require surgery. Although most foot surgeries […]
12 Reasons to Visit a Podiatrist in New York City (NYC)
You may be asking yourself, why should I visit a podiatrist for help with my foot concerns? A doctor of podiatric medicine, commonly called a podiatrist, diagnoses, treats, and helps prevent injuries and health conditions in the lower extremities. A podiatrist in New York City must be licensed to care for foot conditions, and in […]
Femur Surgery: Before and After
The femur, located between the hip bone and the knee, is the longest, strongest bone in the body. A broken femur is painful and usually requires surgery to heal properly. Femur surgery, known as ORIF (Open Reduction, Internal Fixation) has proven to be very safe and effective. NYC podiatrists perform countless ORIF procedures each year. […]
What Are the Main Problems of Using Orthotic Insoles?
If you have recently been to see a podiatrist or have current concerns about your foot health, you may be curious about the pros and cons of having custom orthotic insoles. There are many rumors and concerns that people have. We address some of the main problems with orthotic insoles in this article. If you […]
Postherpetic Neuralgia Treatments
The varicella-zoster virus causes chickenpox in children. Even after recovery, the virus lies dormant in your system and can resurface as shingles in adults. It typically reappears in a painful rash when someone experiences an impaired immune system or is under excessive mental and emotional stress. Postherpetic Neuralgia Postherpetic neuralgia is a painful complication of […]