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Pain Free Bunion Surgery

jessica@stopfootpainfast.com (Blog Author)19234 — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 08:00:00 EST

Bunions at the Dinner Table

Victoria Beckham, also known as Posh Spice, has made the news several times this year. Not because of her husband’s amazing talents or her singing career, but rather because of her feet. This Spice Girl has a very serious dilemma. Should she correct her bunions or should she continue to wear sexy shoes and deal with the pain?

A bunion deformity is when your big toe tilts toward your small toes. Over time, the big toe creeps further and further along and causes a bump to protrude out on the side of your foot. This bump is actually the bones that make up the joint at your big toe. There is not one thing that causes bunions. Simply wearing high heels will not lead to bunions though they may make the bunion worse. The most common factor linked to bunions is hypermobility of a joint in the mid-section of your foot.

To read more about bunion surgery click here.

Cryotherapy in New Jersey

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (Blog Author)16770 — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 08:00:00 EST

Summer Bumming Hard on Your Feet!

Though it is hard to admit in a heat wave, summer is coming to a halt. It won’t be long until the kids are at school, and pumpkin picking, football games, and turkey dinners will be on the agenda! Thankfully there is still a good month of sandals and barbeque left! But, are your feet still up for the summer challenge or has summer gotten the best of them already. You may need to pay special attention to your feet on the last stretch of fun in the sun!

Complaint: My feet are dry and cracked. My feet are itchy, red, and sometimes have blisters.
Cause: Believe it or not, both of these complaints will often root from the same problem! Warm, dark, humid environments create a delightful home for fungus! Dry feet are a sign of sweaty feet and sweaty feet are a precursor to fungal feet.
Prevention: The number one thing to avoid is going barefoot in public. Wear sandals around the pool, in the locker room, and in public showers. When possible wear sandals over shoes to allow your feet to breath. Wear dry shoes, change socks often and inspect your feet on a regular basis.

Complaint: I have calluses or corns making my feet ugly. I have thick skin on my foot and it hurts.
Cause: The summer shoe selection can be referred to as the podiatrist’s best resource for job security. Too often men and women put their feet in shoes or sandals that are nowhere near the shape of their foot. This causes the foot to rub against the shoe. Friction causes a buildup of skin that can become painful or unsightly.
Prevention: Wearing wide toed shoes or just properly fitting shoes can help with this problem! Over the counter creams and lotions can help soften the skin, but be careful with corn pads. They often make the problem worse over time. If the callus or corn is continuously painful see a podiatric physician to properly remove the ailment.

Complaint: I have warts. I have a hard, flat, bump on the bottom of my foot.
Cause: Warts are caused by the human papilloma virus. It only takes a small cut or opening in the skin to allow the virus into your skin. These opening are often unseen by the naked eye. Some people are more susceptible to getting warts and need to take extra precautions to avoid the virus.
Preventions: Avoid walking around barefoot, even in your own home! If your family members have warts, you can all get warts! Avoid at home or over the counter treatments. Picking at the wart or improperly removing them can make the wart spread and what started out as one wart can quickly multiply creating a mosaic of many warts.

So as summer comes to an end make sure you keep your feet healthy and safe. If you have any
questions or concerns about your foot health or other summer threats to your feet, seek medical help
from a foot and ankle specialist also referred as a podiatrist. They are trained to treat all foot ailmentsof children an

Where to Find Cheap Basketball Shoes

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)13009 — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

This is a great article for all of the athletes out there. The American Academy of Podiatric Sport Medicine relays the vital importance of wearing proper athletic shoes to prevent injury and pain. Neck pain, back pain, and of course foot pain will result from not wearing the correct shoes.

To read more on this article click here.

To learn how our laser therapy can eliminate or greatly reduce your foot pain click here

Being in Love May Reduce Foot Pain

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)12853 — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

Dr Wishnie himself wrote this great article just in time for our annual "love holiday". Does love really conquer all? Dr. Wishnie looks to discover whether love can help reduce the perception of pain. Plantar fasciitis, the most common foot condition, has a very low consistancy when rated from 1-10 on a pain scale.

To read more on this article click here.

Winter Olympics and the Athletes Foot Health

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)12805 — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

Check out this great article from Andrew Schneider, DPM in Houston, Texas. Dr Schneider evaluates how the athletes competing in the 2010 Olympics may be affected by their foot health. Just about every sport requires athletes to have proper foot health in order to succeed this winter.

Check out this great article.

Tips to Reducing Injury While You Shovel

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)12708 — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

In this article, Susan Wainwright vice chair of the Department of Physical Therapy at University of the Sciences in Philadelphia describes how to protect your self from an in jury while you are out shoveling this winter. Dr. Wainwright suggests not overloading the shovel and to bend with your knees and use them for support. Also, it is very improtant to stretch, even warm up before you shovel. In addition, be sure to drink plenty of water and break frequently. If you experience pain, stop immediately.

To learn more about how OUR physical therapy center can help to reduce or eliminate your pain, click here.

Simple Tips to Keeping Your Feet Healthy

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)12650 — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

This is a great article that gives you quick and easy tips on how to keep your feet healthy and happy. It explains too often people ignore the health of their feet which leads to infection and other serious complications. People stuff their feet into tiny shoes, they allow unsightly dead skin to build up causing calluses, and lack of proper washing and moisturization can lead to smelly feet and even worse...fungus feet.

These simple tips will have your feet thanking you, and you will be able to enjoy them more. Remember they are a big part of your body as they carry you around for your whole life.

To learn more about these conditions and how to prevent them click here.

Reflections on Physical Therapy

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)12636 — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

In this article, pulled from this woman's blog, are her wonderful accountants of her first day at Physical Therapy. Unfortunately, many people to not realize how greatly important physcial therapy is to their recovery plan. It is essential to take advantage of physical therapy in order to get full use and less to no pain from your injured area.

To read more on Ellen's experience in Physical Therapy click here.

To learn how the complete Physical Therapy Center at Family Foot & Ankle Specialists can help you get full motion and comfortability back in your feet or ankles click here.

Can Physical Therapy Substitute for a Workout?

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)12547 — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

Joakim Noah knows he must deal with foot pain

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)12551 — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

The APMA Explains How To Pick Shoes That Will Not Cause Foot Pain

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)12394 — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 08:00:00 EST

How To Give Foot Troubles The Boot

(NAPSI)-While many boots today may win high fashion awards, they can be less than kind to your feet. According to a survey by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), 27 percent of women who experienced heel pain reported their footwear as the chief cause.

"Whether you're wearing them for protection from rain or snow or for style, it is vastly important to pay attention to how a boot fits," said Dr. Ronald Jensen, APMA president.

These tips from podiatrists may help you pull on your most stylish boots without harming your tootsies:

• Have feet measured, as foot size can change throughout life. Keep in mind, too, that your boot size may not be the same in all styles and brands.

• Try boots on in the afternoon--feet tend to swell during the day.

• Most people's feet are not the exact same size. Get boots that fit your larger foot.

• Carry an insole for arch support when boot shopping. Insert when trying on.

• Boots should feel comfortable when tried on in the store; there shouldn't be a "break-in" period.

• Different styles and materials can affect how your feet feel. Synthetic materials trap in heat and moisture, causing odor. A boot constructed of natural materials, such as leather, will keep feet dry and comfortable.

• Choose a boot with plenty of toe room, a firm heel counter, and traction to ensure stability.

• Snow boots can become slick in inclement weather. Select a pair with rubber soles and deep grooves for proper traction.

• Trendy ankle boots often lack enough ankle support. Coupled with a high heel, this can cause an imbalance. Select a heel no more than two inches high and avoid walking long distances in them.

• Narrow and very high heels on boots transfer your weight onto the ball of your foot and can cause pain and numbness. Select a lower heel or stacked style of heel for additional support.

Get more shoe or boot buying advice and foot care tips by visiting the American Podiatric Medical Association's Web site at www.apma.org.

Follow Laser Therapy On Twitter

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)12367 — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 08:00:00 EST

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What is Laser Therapy?

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)12368 — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 08:00:00 EST

Dr. Peter Wishnie discusses foot pain in athletes.

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)12370 — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 08:00:00 EST

Laser Therapy

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)12183 — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 08:00:00 EST

The benefits of Laser Therapy is buzzing through the news with physicians all of the world using this new treatment.

Click this link to watch a great video of a new Laser Therapy we are using to treat your foot pain. This new technology is able to zap your chronic foot pain (and other areas). It is quick, painless and affordable which is best of all. Discover the many benefits of a non-surgical treatment option to finally end your pain.

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Physical Therapy Restores Function After Bunionectomy

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)11827 — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 08:00:00 EST

Will any Pacers pick up Grangers slack?

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)11662 — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 08:00:00 EST

Will any Pacers pick up Granger's slack?

Wednesday, December 9, 2009 | Print Entry

Posted by Tom Carpenter, Special to ESPN.com

It's never a good sign when a player pulls up lame for no apparent reason. You could tell right away when Danny Granger started hopping on his left foot during Saturday's game that the injury to his right foot could be serious. That was confirmed Tuesday when an MRI revealed a torn plantar fascia in his right foot, which will keep him sidelined the next four to six weeks.

After missing just six games during his first three seasons, Granger missed 15 games with a sore foot and knee last season -- and now this. It's pretty clear his body isn't holding up to the workload of 36 minutes and close to 19 shots per night. Plantar fascia injuries tend to linger, too, so there's no certainty we'll see Granger close to full speed for many months.

Mike Dunleavy would be the clear-cut beneficiary in Granger's absence, but he's working his way back from his own long-term injury and is supposed have the governor set at 20 minutes per night. Still, the Indiana Pacers may have no choice but to unleash Dunleavy in the next month if they want to make the playoffs, though they'd risk not having him available in April by doing so.

Obviously, there are plenty of shots available for other Pacers, but so far this season guys like T.J. Ford, Earl Watson and Brandon Rush have failed to capitalize. Watson's capable of contributing dimes in deep leagues, even as a reserve. Starting point guard Ford has a great opportunity to bust out, but he's shown little reason to believe he'll actually do so. Rush can drop the trey, but he'll have to play at both ends of the court to satisfy his coach. We could also see a little more run from Roy Hibbert and Tyler Hansbrough in the frontcourt.

Until they step up, though, look for Troy Murphy and Dahntay Jones to shoulder most of the scoring burden for the Pacers.

To learn more about Plantar Fasciitis click here.

High Heels Today, Foot Pain Tomorrow

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)11325 — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

Sept. 29, 2009 -- Wearing high heels today may hurt just a little, but even bigger foot pain may be in store later on.

A new study shows that people who make poor shoe choices early in life by wearing unsupportive footwear like high heels, sandals, and slippers are much more likely to suffer from foot pain in later years.

The study showed that men don’t experience the same type of foot pain as women, largely because of the type of shoes men wear. Researchers say the findings may help explain why women are much more likely than men to have foot pain.

Foot and toe pain are among the top 20 reasons adults aged 65-74 visit their physician, but researchers say relatively little is known about the causes of foot pain in older adults. Previous studies on footwear and foot pain have been small or based on people with a particular disease.

Causes of Foot Pain

In this study, published in Arthritis Care & Research, researchers examined the effects of footwear choices early in life on foot pain later in life in a group of 3,378 adults who participated in the Framingham Foot Study.

To read more of this article click here

Health Tip: Foot Care For People With Diabetes

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)11165 — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

Health Tip: Foot Care for People With Diabetes

Tue Oct 27, 11:49 pm ET
(HealthDay News) -- People with diabetes are especially prone to foot problems, so it's important to take good care of your feet and inspect them frequently.
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons offers these suggestions:

Wash your feet daily with soap and water, and carefully dry them afterward.
Use a rich moisturizer on your feet, but don't apply it between the toes.
Keep toenails trimmed, but cut them straight across. Clipping the corners can lead to ingrown nails.
Avoid using antiseptics, sharp tools or heating pads on the feet.
Keep feet warm and dry with cozy socks.
Prevent circulatory problems by avoiding smoking. And don't sit with your legs crossed

National Physical Therapy Month

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)10761 — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 08:00:00 EST

ALEXANDRIA, VA

National Physical Therapy Month, sponsored by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), is a nationwide observance held each October. This year's theme, "Move Forward: Physical Therapy Brings Motion to Life" reflects the physical therapist brand, "Physical therapists help you restore and improve motion to achieve long-term quality of life."

"Freedom of motion is vital to our lives," said APTA President R. Scott Ward, PT, PhD. "Motion is anti-aging and something we tend to take for granted until we lose it. Physical therapists are experts in the way the body moves, so we can help improve people’s quality of life by helping them move freely so they can do the things they want to do without pain and discomfort."

When APTA went out to conduct consumer research to learn about attitudes and perceptions related to physical therapists, consumers made it clear that they were more likely to choose a physical therapist if they knew he or she could significantly improve mobility to perform daily activities and, in many cases, provide an alternative to painful and expensive surgery as well as manage or eliminate pain without medication.

To kick off National Physical Therapy Month, APTA has created an online toolkit with resources for APTA members, the media, and the general public.

Physical therapists are highly-educated, licensed health care professionals who can help patients reduce pain and improve or restore mobility – in many cases without expensive surgery or the side effects of prescription medications. APTA represents more than 72,000 physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and students of physical therapy nationwide. Its purpose is to improve the health and quality of life of individuals through the advancement of physical therapist practice, education, and research. In most states, patients can make an appointment directly with a physical therapist, without a physician referral. Learn more about conditions physical therapists can treat and find a physical therapist in your area at www.moveforwardpt.com.

P.S. Did you know Family Foot & Ankle Specialists has their very own Physical Therapy Center at their office? Yes, we do. Click here to learn more about our convenient lcenter and watch a video of our very own Physical Therapist, Tiffany Little.

DeLay to Dancing: I Know How to Quit You

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)10734 — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 08:00:00 EST

DeLay to Dancing: I Know How to Quit You

Tue., Oct. 6, 2009 12:56 PM PDT by Marc Malkin

ABC/CRAIG SJODIN

Tom DeLay is saying good-bye to Dancing With the Stars.

I just got word that the former Republican congressman will announce on tonight's results show that his injuries have left him no choice but to drop out of the competition.

With stress fractures in both of his feet, the 62-year-old Texan performed the samba last night against the advice of his doctors and DWTS producers.

DeLay started feeling pain before the season even premiered...

Just days after he began training with Cheryl Burke, he was off to see a doctor. "They put me in Latin shoes with high heels, and my toes almost fell off the first week," DeLay told me at the time. "So I went to a podiatrist, and I got a little problem with my feet. A cortisone shot cured me up."

DeLay is not the first star to drop out because of injury. Jewel and Nancy O'Dell were replaced after they exited before last season's premiere. In October 2008, Olympic volleyball star Misty May-Treanor walked away mid-competition when she ruptured her Achilles tendon during practice.

A rep for the show declined to comment on DeLay's expected announcement.

Pain, a Limp and Winkle Picker's Disease

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)10613 — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 08:00:00 EST

Doctors who treat themselves may have fools for patients, but they look like geniuses compared with a reporter who tried to diagnose herself via the Internet.

It seemed so simple. I Googled “foot pain,” and up came two sites with neat little pictures of feet, arrows pointing to various parts and instructions to “click where it hurts.” I clicked and, voila! both sites said my pain — on the top and side of the foot, around the big toe — was probably from a bunion or gout.
Gout? Hmmph. What came to mind was Henry VIII, the movie version, hugely fat and grotesque on his throne, bellowing about his toe. As for bunions, weren’t they from pointy shoes, high heels, a family history? I had none of those. This wasn’t quite adding up.

Onward I clicked. I took fleeting comfort from a slide slow of hideous foot diseases that I clearly didn’t have. Lists of other ailments didn’t match, either. I don’t have diabetes or flat feet and I hadn’t injured myself. One site mentioned leprosy, which had drama but seemed unlikely. I was baffled.

A podiatrist, recommended by a doctor friend, took about 37 seconds to figure out what was wrong. He shoved my big toe up and down, gave it a squeeze that made me shriek and said smugly, “We’ll take some X-rays, and I’ll show you what’s causing your pain.”

A few minutes later, there it was on his computer screen: a bone spur, sticking up like a tiny, evil spike where the big toe joins the rest of the foot. The cause was arthritis of the big toe, which sounds ridiculous even to me. But it’s real, a wearing out of the cartilage that normally protects the bones from rubbing against each other. I’ve always walked a fair amount — at least three miles a day, often twice that or more in recent years — and at 56, I guess it’s catching up with me. Without realizing it, I’ve been wearing out my feet.

To read more of this article click here.

Killer Heels Could Cause Arthritis

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)10614 — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 08:00:00 EST

Killer heels could cause arthritis

Your slippers may be comfortable at the end of a hard day but according to new research, wearing them too regularly could cause joint problems in later life.

Sandals and high-heels were also found to be the biggest causers of future joint problems, whereas trainers were least likely to cause any conditions.

The research, carried out on behalf of the American College of Rheumatology, examined the link between joint problems and footwear. Amongst women, scientists could pinpoint a correlation between 'poor shoe choices' - such as high heels - and arthritis.

But with men, who tend to wear more comfortable shoes, there was no such link. Less than two per cent of men wear 'unhealthy' shoes.

The researchers estimate that foot and toe conditions are among the top 20 reasons patients aged 65 to 74 visit their GP in the States. And improper footwear could be one of the causes, they warn.

In total, more than 1,400 men and 1,900 women were questioned about feet problems and footwear.

Quoted in The Telegraph, the authors said: ‘While more research is needed, young women should make careful choices regarding their shoe type to avoid hindfoot pain later in life, or perform stretching exercises to alleviate the effect of high heels on foot pain.'

The Advantages of Cryotherapy by emedicine from WebMD

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)10066 — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 08:00:00 EST

Introduction

Cryotherapy, also known as cryosurgery, is a commonly used in-office procedure for the treatment of a variety of benign and malignant lesions. In a recent report, cryotherapy was the second most common in-office procedure after skin excision. The mechanism of destruction is necrosis, which results from the freezing and thawing of cells. Treated areas reepithelialize. Adverse effects are usually minor and short-lived.

Dermatologists have used cryotherapy since the turn of the century. After the development of the vacuum flask to store subzero liquid elements, such as nitrogen, oxygen, and hydrogen, the use of cryotherapy dramatically increased. By the 1940s, liquid nitrogen became more readily available, and the most common method of application was by means of a cotton applicator. In 1961, Cooper and Lee¹introduced a closed-system apparatus to spray liquid nitrogen. In the late 1960s, metal probes became available. By 1990, 87% of dermatologists used cryotherapy in their practice. The general advantages of cryotherapy are its ease of use, its low cost, and its good cosmetic results. Most skin cancers are treated with excision or other destructive procedures, such as electrodesiccation and curettage. Superficial basal cell skin cancers and Bowen disease can be treated with cryotherapy.

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Think of Your Poor Feet

drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com (News Author)10067 — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 08:00:00 EST

Causes

Bunions occur more commonly in women and can sometimes run in families. People born with abnormal bones in their feet are more likely to form a bunion. Wearing narrow-toed, high-heeled shoes may lead to the development of a bunion. The condition may become painful as extra bone and a fluid-filled sac grow at the base of the big toe.

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