This February, Nick Mangold, then an offensive lineman for the New York Jets, received word that the ankle surgery many expected him to soon undergo was no longer going to be necessary. Mangold, who had played for the Jets since 2006, was out for several weeks following damage to his knee and ankles. According to…
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Traveling? Take care of your feet and ankles
When you’re constantly on the go or caught in a 9-to-5 rut, vacations are essential for balance and well-being. Whether you’re exploring Europe for a month or simply taking a few days off for a New York City-style stay-cation, your feet and ankles are going to help you get there. It’s important to keep them…
Continue reading…Common reasons people put off surgery (and why you shouldn’t)
Even though it’s my way of life, I understand that surgery, especially on an ankle or foot, is no fun to go through. Unfortunately, for many of my patients, it is often a necessity. Sometimes those I treat have waited quite some time to go through with a procedure. The reasons for waiting are varied,…
Continue reading…Here’s what you should know before your total ankle replacement
Up until recently, total ankle replacements were not too common. But more and more, patients are getting recommendations for this procedure. As the Wall Street journal reported, each year, around two million Americans visit the doctor for ankle pain from arthritis or fracture, and 50,000 people annually experience end-stage ankle arthritis, where the ankle has…
Continue reading…Four easy things you can do to help your foot and ankle health
When it comes to thinking about foot and ankle issues, the science can be a bit overwhelming. Feet and ankles are complex body parts with numerous bones, joints, and muscles all working together (and hopefully in harmony). While procedures like tendon reconstruction, ankle fusion, and hammertoe correction should be left up to the professionals to…
Continue reading…Keep your feet and ankles safe during spring sports
Spring has officially arrived! Say goodbye to bulky sweaters and chilly New York nights and hello to blooming flowers, chirping birds, and sunny skies! This is the season of change and fresh starts, and it’s beloved by many. But spring also brings an influx of injuries to our clinic. Each year, we see athletes of…
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