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3 Facts About Podiatrists
Before you make your next appointment with a podiatrist, here’s a short list of facts about the profession. The doctors at the New Jersey Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons Group join podiatrists across the country who help patients with their foot and ankle pain. Podiatrists are doctors. While you may not see a podiatrist in traditional medical school, they attend…
3 Must-Haves for Shoe Shopping
Do you feel confident about your shoe choices? Picking the wrong size or style can cause foot and ankle pain that is often preventable. The doctors at the New Jersey Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons Group created a quick checklist guide for your next shopping trip. Support We all need support, especially arch support. When shopping for a new pair…
The Basics of Bunions
Bunions are more common than you think and the doctors at the New Jersey Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons Group can help. They provide solutions for patients as they identify and treat bunions with non-invasive solutions. Surgery only becomes an option when all other conservative treatments have failed. Follow along for what makes this toe deformity a bother for many…
Why Worry About a Fall?
September marks Falls Prevention Month, and the doctors at the New Jersey Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons Group are ringing the alarm about why you should pay attention. Falls are not only frightening but also dangerous. For older Americans, a stumble can lead to life-threatening injuries. Twenty-five percent of Americans over 65 will fall each year, according to the CDC.…
Facts About Fractures
Would you know how to identify a fracture? There are many types, but podiatrists take each one seriously. The doctors at the New Jersey Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons Group treat patients with varying levels of severity and pain. One of the biggest mistakes a patient can make is attempting to make a diagnosis at home. Here are…
Preventing Plantar Warts
What is that dot or cluster of dots on the bottom of your foot? You may have a plantar wart, which can be painful when touched. The discomfort can be worse while standing or walking. Plantar warts get their name from the location of their discovery: the plantar aspect or the bottom of your foot.…