Category: Treatments

Self-Diagnosing Untreated Heel Pain

There is no need to suffer from untreated heel pain. However, it can be tricky to decide when to see a podiatrist to dig deeper into the cause of your pain and when to try at-home treatments to manage the pain. We hope that

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Neuroma: Causes, Pain, and What To Do About It

Although neuroma is commonly known to evolve in the feet, this muscle disorder can also develop in other body locations. For example, when muscles of the ball of the foot are irritated or compressed, they can develop neuromas in this area, often very painful

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Dealing with Untreated Foot Pain: When To See a Podiatrist

Let’s face the facts: the average American takes their feet for granted. Our feet walk thousands of steps every day, and we take little notice of them unless there is an injury or discomfort. Of course, when we do have pain or discomfort, we

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I Have Pain in My Heels – What Should I Do?

Many New Yorkers of all ages and genders will experience heel pain throughout their lives. There are several different reasons you may experience pain in your heels, including, but not limited to:  Plantar fasciitis  Achilles tendonitis  Stress fractures  Bone spurs  Inflammation  While most heel

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How to Find the Best Podiatrist in NYC

At Best Foot Doctor, we understand that your feet are crucial to your overall health and wellbeing. As millions of New Yorkers go to work and school every day, their footwear choices can significantly affect their comfort and foot health.  Everyone faces a foot condition

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Risks of Untreated Hammertoe

Most foot and ankle conditions will not improve over time if left untreated, but how much worse can they get? Unfortunately, when considering hammertoe or mallet toes, they can get much worse, to the point where surgery is the only viable option for relief.

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How Neuroma Can Affect Your Everyday Life

One of the most common forms of neuroma affects the feet and can prove painful in everyday life. Morton’s neuroma is a foot disorder that we often see here at Best Foot Doctor. Because of the frequency with which people in the NYC area

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Should I Consider Laser Treatment for Achilles Tendonitis?

Running and athletics are beneficial for the health and well-being of most individuals, but they also come with risks. For example, many athletes and runners develop Achilles tendonitis as they age. This condition is painful and uncomfortable.  And the soreness involved may reduce an

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Elective Bunion Surgery: To Do or Not To Do

Many individuals who suffer from bunions desire relief from the symptoms and embarrassment that come with bunions. However, because bunion surgery is considered elective surgery, meaning that it is not deemed medically necessary, there are several factors that you should consider before taking the

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Heel Spurs: What They Are and How To Treat Them

Many people will develop bone spurs in their heels throughout their lifetime. There will be no pain or discomfort involved for many, but some people will find that heel spurs make normal walking very uncomfortable, limiting their lifestyle options. So how do you know

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Self-Care and Tips for Dealing With Diabetic Feet

While everyone should consider regular foot checkups and maintain healthy foot hygiene, caring for your feet is even more important as a diabetic individual. Because nerve damage to the feet and legs is so common for people who have diabetes, it is crucial that

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What Plantar Warts Are and How You Can Prevent Them

While unsightly and potentially embarrassing, the good news is that plantar warts are harmless and usually go away without treatment. However, healing generally takes a long time – sometimes up to 2-3 years. If you are concerned about your warts or unsure if the

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Back Heel Pain: Haglund’s Deformity

Individuals who often wear shoes with a rigid back may find that heel pain develops with continued use. For some, this pain is more significant and involves a bump on the back of the heel. This bump, if left untreated, can develop into bursitis,

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What Causes My Heel Pain and How Can I Fix It?

The most common causes for heel pain are plantar fasciitis (bottom of the heel) and Achilles tendinitis (back of the heel). Other less common issues include heel spurs, joint inflammation (bursitis), arthritis, fractures, or Haglund’s deformity. Sometimes a body-wide condition like gout can contribute

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Home Remedies for Hammertoes (and What To Do If They Don’t Work)

When toes become misshapen and stick up at one or more joints, it is often called a hammertoe. Technically, three different conditions can result from deformed joints: hammer, mallet, and claw toes. Hammertoes happen when the toe is bent at the middle joint. Mallet

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Relieving Bunion Pain (and What To Do When It Still Hurts)

Many people develop bunions in their lifetime. And women are considered more at risk than men. While the exact reason that bunions form is not known, the risk of development does seem to run in families. Wearing improperly fitting shoes is also a common

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Four Simple Fixes for Plantar Fasciitis

Are you feeling a stabbing pain through your heel in the mornings? Are you concerned that it may be plantar fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis refers to a condition where there is an inflamed plantar fascia (the sheath that runs across the sole and connects the

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Prevention, Causes, and Treatment for Hammertoes

A common ailment that many foot doctors deal with is hammertoes. A patient with this condition suffers from toes that curve unnaturally backward, looking something like the shape of a hammer. This foot condition generally causes a great deal of pain and discomfort and

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Treating Fungal Nails Effectively: Home Remedies and More

Treating fungal nails can be a tricky business. For less severe cases of nail fungus, many people advocate for the use of topical or oral treatments, while more advanced cases may require aggressive procedures to improve the condition. Home remedies may be helpful for

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The Best Laser Nail Treatment in Queens

Laser therapy is a method of treating issues with the skin. From bacteria and viruses, to parasites and fungi, there are many culprits behind the skin infections that people face everyday.  One of the most common types of skin infections is toenail fungus. According

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15 Ways that Laser Therapy Can Improve Your Health

As technology continues to advance, more and more options are becoming available for the treatment of health problems. As amazing as all of these advancements in the healthcare sector are, some of the most effective treatment options have actually been around for decades now.

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Long Term Effects of Bunions if Left Untreated

Bunions often start as minor irritations on the foot but, if left untreated, can become painful irritations that interfere with daily living. They can also develop into serious medical complications if they are ignored for too long. Bunions are bony bumps that form on

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Bunion or Not? How to Know What’s Wrong With Your Toe

Patients frequently seek bunion surgery in Brooklyn because they think they have a bunion on their toe. In some cases, they are right, and they need to have the bunion removed to alleviate the pain and return normal function to the foot. In some

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Bunion Surgery in Queens

Considering Bunion Surgery in Queens (NYC)? Dr. Emmanuel Fuzaylov is a reputable podiatrist in Queens performing bunion surgery and treatment. Contact our office today to schedule an initial diagnostic exam and consultation (click here). Bunions can cause ongoing discomfort while wearing shoes or walking.

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Bunion Surgery Options in Manhattan

If non-surgical bunion correction hasn’t worked for you, bunion surgery in Manhattan is the best option to relieve your foot pain caused by bunions. It allows you to wear more varieties of footwear comfortably and restore a more normal look to your foot. When

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Bunion Surgery Options in New York City

If non-surgical bunion correction hasn’t worked for you, bunion surgery in NYC is the best option to relieve your foot pain caused by bunions. It allows you to wear more varieties of footwear comfortably and restore a more normal look to your foot. When

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MRI Podiatrist

Dr. Emmanuel Fuzaylov Experienced MRI Podiatrist in New York, NY An MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) is a state-of-the-art tool for getting the best look at your foot. This safe and painless process provides our technicians with information that can lead to better discoveries and

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Minimally Invasive Foot Surgery

Minimally Invasive Foot SurgeryMinimally Invasive Surgery in New York, NYMinimally invasive foot surgery is appropriately named. Our doctors conduct the procedure with an incredibly small instrument to enter the skin in a tiny opening or sometimes without an incision at all. By keeping the

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Bunion Surgery Brooklyn

Considering Bunion Surgery in Brooklyn? Contact our office today to schedule an initial diagnostic exam and consultation (click here). Bunions can cause ongoing discomfort while wearing shoes or walking. Bunion surgery in Brooklyn is an option to consider. They often cause a noticeable deformity

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Corn Toes Deformities Treatment in Brooklyn

Corn Toes Deformities Treatment in Brooklyn DIGITAL/TOE DEFORMITIES A deformed toe is one of the more common conditions known to afflict the foot, whether it be a hammertoe, mallet toe or overlap­ping toe. CORNS The body’s response to excessive amounts of pressure against the

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