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Check Out What's New Back to the top This Month's Feature Check Out This Month's Feature Back to the top Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy Shockwave Therapy is best known for its use in the treatment of kidney stones, referred to as ESWL or lithotripsy. Research has shown that shockwave therapy applied appropriately is also beneficial for the treatment of several orthopedic and podiatric conditions. If your physician has scheduled you for Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy, or ESWT, the FDA has granted clearance of ESWT for use in the United States. The treatment is non-invasive and performed on an outpatient basis, which means that it does not require surgery or a hospital stay. Patients may leave the treatment center shortly after the treatment is complete. To find out more about this procedure or to find a participating Doctor in your area, please call: 724 - 375 - 1577. Back to the top Plantar Fasciitis What is Plantar Fasciitis? The plantar fascia is a ligament-like band running from the heel to the ball of your foot. This band pulls on the heel bone, raising the arch of your foot as it pushes off the ground. But if your foot moves incorrectly, the plantar fascia may become strained. The fascia may swell and its tiny fibers may begin to fray, causing plantar fasciitis. Plantar Fasciitis (often referred to as a "heel spur") is a common cause of heel pain and affects about 2.5 million people each year in the U.S. Historically, surgery was the only alternative when conservative treatments like ice, orthotics, physical therapy, medication and cortisone failed. Today, with Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT), that pain can be relieved with a gentle 18 minute treatment done right in the podiatrist's office. Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy Shock wave therapy, or lithotripsy, was originally developed by Dornier MedTech to break up kidney stones in the body. The therapy was approved by the FDA in the early 1980s and today is the standard treatment of choice for urinary stones. Because it's delivered outside the body (extracorporeally), many of the risks associated with surgery are eliminated. In fact in ESWT, or orthotripsy, the shock waves actually stimulate the body's own repair mechanisms. About the Treatment The 1/2 hour visit starts with the area of pain being identified by the patient and usually confirmed with ultrasound imaging. That affected area is then lightly numbed, and the patient is asked to lie or sit on a exam table or chair. After a gel is applied to the foot and therapy head, the head's water-filled cushion is placed against the foot. Shock waves are released from the device as Dr. Christina positions the foot. Shock wave therapy relieves pain and provides a short recovery period, with very few risks or side effects. Most patients are able to resume normal activity the next day. Check Out These Online Videos Plantar Fasciitis Heel Pain Overview Common Causes of Heel Pain Treatment Options Preventing Heel Pain Heel Pain Back to the top Cryosurgery & Neuromas Benefits of Cryosurgery
Back to the top Diabetic Foot Care Diabetes afflicts about 16 million Americans. It is a metabolic disease in which the body does not produce or properly use insulin. Individuals with diabetes are prone to many complications, including foot infections. If left untreated, these infections could lead to potentially serious consequences, including amputation. The good news is there is much you can do to prevent or minimize most diabetic foot problems and reduce the risk of limb loss. Because diabetes affects many organs of the body, management of the disease often requires several medical specialists. Your podiatrist will give you an individualized, easy-to-follow plan to help keep your feet healthy. What are Diabetic Ulcers? Diabetic ulcers are sores that occur when pressure cuts off the blood supply to the skin. Stress caused by the body's weight and the impact of striking the ground place the ball of the foot, the big toe, and the heel at greater risk. Left untreated, an ulser may allow infection to enter your body. If infection reaches the bloodstream or bone, your life or limb may be at risk. But with your doctor's help, pressure ulcers can be controlled and even prevented Check Out These Online Videos Diabetes Overview Diabetic Neuropathy Peripheral Arterial Disease Foot Ulcers and Infections Taking Care of Your Diabetic Feet Diabetes and Your Feet Back to the top Heel, Ankle & Arch Pain Heel, ankle and arch pain can affect your health, comfort and attitude. When your feet hurt, it can be difficult to perform daily tasks and to exercise regularly. It's hard to stay focused when each step is painful. Although the causes for the pain are many, there are highly effective methods available to relieve it. Check Out These Online Videos Heel Pain Overview Common Causes of Heel Pain Treatment Options Preventing Heel Pain Heel Pain Back to the top Common Skin & Nail Problems What are Ingrown Nails? An ingrown nail is the result of a nail growing into the skin that surrounds it. This often occurs at either edge of the big toe. Ingrown nails may be caused by improper trimming, inherited nail deformities, injuries, fungal infections, or pressure. A simple 5 minute office procedure will permanently fix this problem. Check Out These Online Videos Ingrown Toenails What are Thickened Nails?Abnormally thick or crumbling nails may be caused by injuries, pressure from shoes, fungal infections, or conditions such as diabetes, psoriasis, or vascular disease. With regular care in our office, covered by insurance, can help will help prevent many problems from arising with these conditions. Back to the top Bunions & Hammertoes Bunions A bunion is an enlarged bone on the side of the big toe that is angled outward. Depending on the severity of the bunion, the big toe may be angled mildly or sharply toward the other toes. If wider shoes aren't giving you the relief you need a simple out patient procedure can have you back into your shoes in 3 to 6 weeks. Check Out These Online Videos Bunions Hammertoes A hammertoe is an arched toe, the result of an abnormal contraction or "buckling" that leaves the toe in a claw-like position. Once stiffened into position, hammertoes rub against shoes and cause painful corns and calluses. A simple 15 minute office procedure will permanently fix this problem. Check Out These Online Videos Hammertoes Back to the top Corns & Calluses Corns & Calluses Corns and calluses are your body's response to friction or pressure against the skin. If your foot rubs inside your shoe, the affected area of skin thickens. If a bone is not in the normal position, skin caught between bone and shoe or bone and ground builds up. In either case, the outer layer of the skin thickens to protect the foot from unusual pressure. In many cases, corns and calluses look bad but are not harmful. However, more severe corns and calluses may become infected, destroy healthy tissue, or affect foot movement. With your doctor's help, corns and calluses can be controlled. Back to the top Warts What are Warts? A wart is an infection caused by a virus, which can invade your skin through small cuts or breaks. Over time, the wart develops into a hard and rough growth on the surface of the skin. A wart is most commonly seen on the bottom of the foot (plantar wart), but can also appear on the top. Children, teens, and people with allergies or weakened immune systems are more vulnerable to the wart virus. Many simple office procedures to remove these quickly or painlessly, including our new Radio Surgery. Check Out these Online Videos Plantar Warts Back to the top Ankle Sprains Ankle Sprains are caused by sudden sideways motion, a twist, or a misstep. When your foot lands off balance, muscles may give way, allowing the ankle joint to move too far. If ligaments connecting the foot and anklebones overstretch or tear, a sprain is the result. These sudden injuries cause pain both at the time they occur and throughout the healing process. Depending on the sprain, swelling and bruising may extend from your ankle into your foot. With proper care, however, sprains will heal correctly. And, in many cases, you can reduce the risk of reinjury. Back to the top Diabetic Neuropathy If you are one of the many diabetics who suffer from Neuropathy, or burning, tingling, and numbness of the foot and leg, a new procedure may offer you relief. Through the release of pressure on specific nerves, sensations may be restored to the affected areas, and prevent further complications. This can be performed on an outpatients basis. Dr. Quattrone has been trained in the procedure by Dr. A Lee Dellon, a world renowned plastic and nerve specialist at Johns Hopkins University. Check Out These Online Videos Diabetic Neuropathy Back to the top Core Podiatry Check Out These Online Videos Podiatry Adult Footwear Children Footwear Foot and Ankle Injuries Bunions Hammer Toes Plantar Warts Fungal Problems Heel Pain Pain Above the Feet Plantar Fasciitis Diabetes and Your Feet Ingrown Toenails Neuroma Foot Surgery Back to the top Wound Management Check Out These Online Videos Overview The Healing Process Common Causes and Types of Wounds Treatment Options Prevention of Wounds Back to the top Products & Services Check Out These Online Videos Active Ankle Aetrex Worldwide AmerX Anodyne Therapy Atlantic Ultrasound Crocs First Voice/ThinkSafe Gordon Laboratories iStep JM Ortotics Just Sneakers The Orthotic Group/Gaitscan Rocky Mountain Orthotics SafeStep Back to the top |
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