Is there an activity that you absolutely dream of doing but can’t because of a damaged ankle? I work with New Yorkers who have all kinds of interesting hobbies and interests. Some are athletes. Some are hikers. Others enjoy biking, gardening, and playing games with their children. It means so much to me when I…
Continue reading…Your total ankle replacement doesn’t have to be intimidating
I understand that the idea of a major surgery can be overwhelming for my New York patients, and this is particularly true when it comes to a total ankle replacement. The name alone is daunting. Yes, we are removing your entire ankle and swapping it out for a newer model. But that’s not something we…
Continue reading…Five things to ask when your ankle hurts
When your ankle starts aching, it’s key to get down to the bottom of the situation and determine how to make it better. Here are a few questions you should think about if your ankle hurts. How old are you? It’s a hard truth, but it’s important to keep in mind: the older we get,…
Continue reading…Great news! You can stay active as you heal from your foot or ankle surgery
A large majority of the New Yorkers that I work with in my clinic are active individuals. In fact, it’s not uncommon for the conditions I treat to be caused by overexertion or sports injuries. When individuals are healing from a foot or ankle procedure, it can be frustrating to have to halt their normal…
Continue reading…Tips for preventing infection after surgery
Whether you are having an arthroscopy, receiving a new joint, removing a bunion or something else, foot and ankle surgery can be life-changing. It’s amazing to see the difference in the New Yorkers who visit my office after their medical issues are relieved. On rare occasions, an infection can throw a wrench in the process…
Continue reading…Can shoes save your ankles?
Whether they play for the New York Knicks or scramble in the park, basketball players are rough on their feet and ankles. The game is action-packed, so making twists, turns, jumps, and other quick moves is impossible to avoid. In fact, it’s not uncommon for a player to deal with aches, sprains, tears, and even…
Continue reading…Why Being Vocal About your Health is Important
Recently a U.S. football team made headlines because of a dispute between the head coach and one of his players The cause of the drama? An injury. A wide receiver revealed to members of the press that he had suffered a broken ankle during an offseason workout. The disappointed head coach subsequently spoke to the…
Continue reading…Here’s how a foot or ankle injury can also impact your mental health
We can all agree that it is no fun to have a foot or ankle injury. Breaks, sore muscles, and torn ligaments can keep us away from the activities we love, and they can be quite painful to boot. But did you know that injuries can also have an impact on your mental health? As…
Continue reading…What the World Cup teaches us about foot and ankle health
Once every four years, the world becomes captivated by soccer. Even if you aren’t a mega fan, it’s likely that you’ve noticed or watched the World Cup in the last couple of months. Matches are streamed everywhere from living rooms to New York bars so we can see what teams have won and lost, and…
Continue reading…The connection between ankle injury and arthritis
If you are dealing with an ankle injury, you’re probably mostly worried about getting it healed and getting back to the activities that you love. That’s because many think an ankle injury is only a minor and temporary setback that requires a procedure and some physical therapy. Although there are many treatments and procedures that…
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