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Peripheral Vascular Disease is a condition in which the arteries that carry blood to the arms and legs become clogged, slowing or stopping blood flow. It is a gradual process where by cholesterol and scar tissue build up inside the artery, forming plaque that clogs the artery. Complications include sores that do not heal, ulcers, […]

Skin cancers of the feet have several features in common. Most are painless and often there is a history of recurrent cracking, bleeding or ulceration. Frequently individuals discover their skin cancer after unrelated ailments near the affected site. Some of the most common cancers of the lower extremity are basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma […]

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Each day, inspect your feet for any skin breaks and changes. A hand mirror can help you see the bottoms of your feet. If you can’t see your feet clearly, ask someone to inspect them for you. Wash your feet each day with soap and warm water. Check the water temperature with your elbow since […]

Your podiatrist has recommended that you have foot surgery. Podiatrists recommend surgery to relieve pain, correct a deformity or restore function in your foot or ankle. Because most foot surgery is elective, you and your doctor can decide when to have it performed. Foot surgery is usually performed in your doctor’s office, an ambulatory center […]

If you notice a mole, bump or patch on the skin of a friend or family member that meets the following criteria it is important to see a podiatrist immediately. Asymmetry- if divided in half, the sides do not match. Borders- they look scalloped, uneven or ragged. Color-they may have more than one color, Diameter-they […]

Podiatrists are trained as lower extremity specialists to recognize and treat abnormal conditions as they present themselves on the skin of the lower legs and feet. Skin cancers in the lower part of the body may have a different appearance from the rest of the body. AA podiatrists knowledge and clinical training is important for […]

Wear comfortable shoes and socks that fit your feet. Wash and dry your feet thoroughly, especially between the toes. Keep your toenails trimmed short and straight across. Apply cream or lotion to feet to keep skin smooth. Wear clean socks or stockings and avoid wearing the same shoes two days in a row. See your […]

If you have persistent foot pain, see your podiatrist. Prompt foot care may help prevent the later conditions of painful knee, hip and lower back problems. For more information visit http://www.innovativefootandankle.com or to contact us to set up an appointment at one of our convenient New Jersey locations in Kenilworth, Bayonne, Cranford, and Little Ferry

Abnormal functioning of the foot, such as incorrect joint and tendon motion, can cause pressure on the within the foot. This pressure, can create bunions, hammertoes, neuromas, corns and calluses. Incorrect motion can lead to bone deformities, like bunions and hammertoes, which then cause shoes to fit tighter. Tight shoes can result in neuromas, corns […]