By Zachary Hansen, DPM, DABPM PRP therapy represents an exciting frontier in podiatry, providing patients with a powerful tool for healing and recovery. As research continues to support its efficacy, more podiatrists are incorporating PRP (Platelet-rich-plasma) into their practices, offering patients a natural and effective alternative for managing foot and ankle conditions. PRP therapy involves […]

By Nashrifa A. Sultan What Are Orthotics?  Orthotics are custom-designed inserts for your shoes that provide specialized support  for your feet. Unlike mass-produced insoles, custom orthotics are tailored to the unique  structure of your feet, offering precise support where it’s needed most. How Do Orthotics Benefit You?  Custom orthotics can effectively manage and alleviate various

By Zachary Hansen, DPM, DABPM Both bunions and tailor’s bunions are common foot deformities. Both conditions have similar symptoms, causes, and treatment. The major difference between the two is the location of the deformity. Bunions (Hallux Valgus). Bunions occur at the base of the big toe. They are characterized by a bony protrusion on the

By Zachary Hansen, DPM, DABPM Sports medicine is a specialized field that focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries related to sports and exercise. While most people associate sports medicine with orthopedics, physical therapy, and sports psychology, one critical area often overlooked is podiatry. Podiatry, the branch of medicine dedicated to the

By Zachary Hansen, DPM, DABPM What can you do to prevent ingrown nails? Ingrown toenails can be a painful and persistent problem. They occur when the edge of a toenail grows into the surrounding skin, causing pain, redness, swelling, and sometimes infection. We are here to discuss effective treatment methods and practical prevention tips to

By Heather Leeb, DPM, FACPM, AACFAS, DABPM Diabetes can affect us head to toe. If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes, it is recommended that you have a complete diabetic foot evaluation performed by a podiatrist at least once a year. Often, the recommended evaluation frequency is quarterly. Why should you have your feet examined? Well,

By Mary Ann D’Amara, DPM Spring is here!! Hooray, but for many of us that means the return of sweaty feet. Some of the most  common causes of sweaty feet are warmer weather, increased activity and exercise, athletes foot and even spicy foods. Other causes can be anxiety, stress and hormones such as a thyroid

By Zevi W Isseroff, DPM, FACFAS, FACFAOM I graduated from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine a very long time ago—1978. Over the many years that I have been a Podiatrist I have been able to integrate into my practice the latest advances in Podiatry to the benefit of my patients. Orthotics: One of the

By Evan A. Vieira, DPM, FACFAS The NCAA tournament is one of the most exciting events in all of sport. Here at Advanced Foot Care we like a bit of healthy competition. We have doctors from UConn, Syracuse and Wisconsin just to name a few. We all look forward to the tournament every year, and

By Aarti Kumar, DPM, AACFAS, DABPM Ganglion cysts are benign soft tissue masses which can occur in various parts of the body but are most common in the foot due to friction along joints and tendons.  Symptoms:1. Visible lump: Ganglion cysts in the foot often present as a visible lump or bump.2. Pain or discomfort: Some

By Gabrielle Lee-Kim, DPM, AACFAS What is a Bunion? A bunion, also known as hallux abducto valgus deformity (HAV), is the visible bump on the side of the first toe joint that causes discomfort, pain, redness, swelling at the joint when it moves or when it rubs against the shoe.  Since the toe joints have to

By David Ehrlich, DPM, FACFAS Arthritis of the foot and ankle can significantly impact one’s quality of life, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. This condition, often resulting from wear and tear on the joints over time, affects a substantial number of individuals. Understanding its causes, diagnosis, and treatment options is crucial for those seeking

By Aarti Kumar, DPM, AACFAS, DABPM Heel pain in adults can be caused by a variety of factors and it’s important to identify the underlying cause in order to determine the appropriate treatment. Some common causes of heel pain in adults include: 1. Plantar fasciitis: This is one of the most common causes of heel

By Gabrielle Lee-Kim, DPM, AACFAS Wart (verruca) is one of the most common pedal problems in both adult and pediatric population. It is caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and it is highly contagious. Most of the time people get warts on the feet when they walk barefoot in public shower, pool, step on the surface where a