Advanced Podiatry of Huntington

Bunion Surgery Dr. Evan Vieira answers patients most frequently asked questions regarding Bunion Surgery. Will I have pain after surgery? ... Generally, patients have little to no pain after bunion surgery. Those that do control it with pain medication and it generally resolves within a week. We also use cooling devices that circulate ice water around your foot and help decrease swelling. Will I have a scar? Yes. There is a small scar associated with bunion surgery. However, our doctors use very precise and cosmetic closure techniques that minimize any scaring, as can be seen in our before and after photos. Can I walk? Most procedures do allow for immediate ambulation in a boot. Read more...

Frostbite- What you need to know! We are in the heart of winter and have now had our first snowstorm in NY. Although most people know to dress warm, we have to remind our patients that prolonged exposure in the cold can have some detrimental effects! With prolonged exposure to cold weather, your feet are often the first part of the body to feel the uncomfortable effects. In an effort to keep our core body temperature stable, blood vessels within our arms and legs will narrow,... which is why they're the first parts of our bodies to get cold when temperatures drop. If you’ve had prolonged exposure in the cold do not hesitate to present to the doctor quickly so we can identify the problem and begin treating you! Stay safe everyone. Learn more..

Mortons Neuroma By Dr Arden Smith Have you ever noticed a burning, or tingling sensation between your toes; and in the ball of your foot? Ever feel like you’ve been walking around with a pebble in your shoe? It could be the sign of a neuroma in the foot and this painful condition is most common for women. A neuroma is a painful condition in the ball of the foot in which one, or more of the nerves is getting pinched, or irritated. Some of the more common symptoms are: numbness... and tingling, often a stabbing shooting pain, or a dull and aching pain. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, please call to make an appointment with one of our expert podiatrists at Advanced Podiatry of Manhasset, Huntington, Plainview, or Maspeth.

Happy Hanukkah! May the Festival of Lights bring you and your families joy and health.

Many Heel Pain Patients Have Plantar Fascia Tears Heel pain is a great imposter. Of all the bones in the body, the heel bone has one of the largest blood supplies. With that heavy flow comes a higher risk of infection, and other muscular problems. Our research at Advanced Podiatry has found that many of people with plantar heel pain have a plantar fascia tear. ... This diagnosis can be confirmed with MRI, or our diagnostic ultrasound. If you have a high arch, you are more prone to this problem since your place more force on the heel when you walk or run. Overuse can also up your risk. Learn more...

WHAT IS EPAT AND HOW CAN IT HELP MY FOOT PAIN? Have you had foot pain for weeks or even months without improvement? Tried stretching, injections and even physical therapy without any improvements? EPAT might be for you. EPAT stands for Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Technology. EPAT is a form of extracorporeal shock wave therapy, which is an evidence-based, emerging, proven treatment option for patients suffering from both acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries. ... Read more... https://www.lifootcare.com//what-is-epat-and-how-can-it-he

As of January 1, 2018, Dr. Wendy Young’s patient files will be re-locating to a new podiatric group, Advanced Podiatry, located in the Americana Shopping Mall in Manhasset. Your appointment time will be transferred to their offices. Advanced Podiatry is completely state of the art and offers five wonderful doctors who are all well trained and have a great reputation in the community. They do accept all the insurances that I have been taking. They can be reached at 516-869-3300. You can look up the practice at www.LIFootCare.com. Our Staff will also be joining the group and they will help ensure a smooth transition. Wendy Rashel Young #DrWendyRashelYoung

What To Expect After Having Bunion Surgery Dr. Evan Vieira answers patients most frequently asked questions regarding Bunion Surgery. Will I have pain after surgery? ... Generally, patients have little to no pain after bunion surgery. Those that do control it with pain medication and it generally resolves within a week. We also use cooling devices that circulate ice water around your foot and help decrease swelling. Will I have a scar? Yes. There is a small scar associated with bunion surgery. However, our doctors use very precise and cosmetic closure techniques that minimize any scaring, as can be seen in our before and after photos. Can I walk? Most procedures do allow for immediate ambulation in a boot. Can I have surgery on both feet at the same time? We generally advise against this as it severely limits your mobility and increases post surgical risks. Do I have to stay overnight? Bunion surgery is an ambulatory, elective procedure. You have the surgery and are able to go home the same day, Usually, within a matter of hours. How long until I can wear boots again? Heels? Most patients transition to a sneaker around 5-6 weeks after surgery and then boots and heels 8-10 weeks after. It is important to note that if you have limitation of motion before surgery, it will limey remain after. Realistic expectations about shoe gear are imperative to a successful procedure. Will my bunion ever grow back/ re-form after the surgery? It is possible for a deformity to return. However, we minimize this by using stable fixation techniques that are both stable and lasting. Does Insurance cover the cost of the surgery? Most insurances cover the cost of bunion surgery. You can consult with one of our office managers regarding your responsibilities and coverages. See more

As of January 1, 2018, Dr. Wendy Young’s patient files will be re-locating to a new podiatric group, Advanced Podiatry, located in the Americana Shopping Mall in Manhasset. Your appointment time will be transferred to their offices. Advanced Podiatry is completely state of the art and offers five wonderful doctors who are all well trained and have a great reputation in the community. They do accept all the insurances that I have been taking. They can be reached at 516-869-3300. You can look up the practice at www.LIFootCare.com. Our Staff will also be joining the group and they will help ensure a smooth transition. Wendy Rashel Young #DrWendyRashelYoung

Winter Boot Buying Tips On the surface, snow looks soft, fluffy, pristine. Trudging through the slush is anything but. That’s why it is so important to invest in comfortable winter boots to help you brave the harsh elements. Go for a round and wide toebox. A deep and round toebox allows you to wear thicker socks and will give your feet some breathing room. Your toes should be able to wiggle. A wide toebox with a soft flexible upper is also ideal for people with bunions.... Learn more : https://www.lifootcare.com//p/winter-boot-buying-tips.html

President-Elect "Hits the Ground Running"? President elect Biden was on the news this past weekend-for reasons that were a little different from politics or COVID-19 this time! It was reported that he sustained hairline fractures to two bones in his midfoot while playing with dog, Major. ... According to reports, he will be in a walking boot for the next few weeks but requires no surgical intervention. We wish the President elect well and hope he recovers soon! Read more.. https://www.lifootcare.com//president-elect-hits-the-groun

Advanced Podiatry would like to thank all First Responders on National First Responders Day.

In March Dr. Croughan welcomed a baby girl named Grey. She is excited to be back in the Huntington office and to care for her patients and their families. We at Advanced Podiatry welcome her back! Lifootcare.com/alison-d-croughan.html

The Pandemic and Diabetic Foot Ulcers Half of all people with diabetes will develop diabetic neuropathy, which causes numbness as a result of dying nerves, usually in the feet. With this condition, people may develop a foot sore without knowing it. If the wound becomes infected, this may result in the foot having to be amputated. In fact, there is an amputation around the world every 20 seconds due to foot ulcers caused by diabetes.... Learn more...

Freibergs Infraction Freiberg’s disease, or avascular necrosis of the metatarsal head is a rare, painful bone disorder. It is most commonly seen in adolescence between 12 and 18 years of age. There is no known cause of Freiberg’s in fraction, it is thought that trauma may initiate the problem.... There can be pain, swelling, redness, or warmth on the top of the foot. The diagnosis is confirmed by imaging studies and a complete examination. Symptoms can last for a few days, or may persist for up to two years. Freiberg’s infraction usually resolves within a year and the metatarsal head regains its size, density, and structure. Our treatment at Advanced Podiatry of Manhasset, Huntington, Plainview and Maspeth is designed to reduce the pain; and this can be in the form of: custom foot orthotics, more supportive shoes, stiff soles, rocker soles,or boot mobilization if pain is severe. Steroid injections may help to relieve pain and reduce inflammation of the joint capsule. If conservative therapy is unsuccessful, surgical correction by our expert podiatrists at Advanced Podiatry would be indicated. Surgical options could range from simple debridement of the eroded cartilage, tip-up osteotomies to deflect the eroded cartilage, autogenous, or synthetic graft plugs to restore the surface of the cartilage, osteo-articular transfers commonly called OAT procedures; and in the most severe cases, joint implants. https://www.lifootcare.com/b/post/freibergs-infraction.html

A few new members of our surgical team. Welcome Dr. Cheskis and Dr. Ehrlich.

In March Dr. Croughan welcomed a baby girl named Grey. She is excited to be back in the Huntington office and to care for her patients and their families. We at Advanced Podiatry welcome her back! Lifootcare.com/alison-d-croughan.html

Los Angeles Lakers 2019-2020 NBA Champions Last night the Los Angeles Lakers became the 2019-2020 NBA Champions. Lead by Lebron James and Anthony Davis the team made history in multiple ways. They added another title to one of the great franchises in American sports and brought honor to the late L.A. Laker Kobe Bryant. They did this in a season that was interrupted and transformed by a global pandemic and social unrest. ... Learn more.. http://www.lifootcare.com//los-angeles-lakers-2019-2020-nb

Today is World Teachers' Day. The doctors and staff at Advanced Podiatry would like to thank our hard working, dedicated teachers for their service.

Joint Replacements The first metatarsophalangeal joint (MPJ) is compromised of two bones that make up our big toe joint. When the range of motion in the first MPJ is limited, the condition is medically known as hallux limitus. Hallux limitus is a form of degenerative joint disease or arthritis which can happen as a result of acute trauma, wear and tear of cartilage from repetitive micro trauma or biomechanical deformities such as an elevated first ray or a long first metatar...sal. The podiatrists at Advanced Podiatry have been trained in various surgical approaches and are experienced in various types of implant placements. If you are experiencing pain in your big toe or notice a bunion type deformity starting to appear, do not hesitate to contact one of our foot specialists and see if surgery is the right fix for you! Learn more : http://www.lifootcare.com/blog/post/joint-replacements.html

Today is World Teachers' Day. The doctors and staff at Advanced Podiatry would like to thank our hard working, dedicated teachers for their service.

Heal your Heels Dry skin around the heels may seem like a common and minor problem until it goes unaddressed. Dry heels can often lead to thickened calluses which can be painful while walking or even when in shoes. These calluses often develop from wearing open back shoes, sandals or walking barefoot in the summer. Living in dry climates can also lead to dry heels as moisture is not retained in the skin as well as it should be. Some medical conditions such as poor circulatio...n, cancer, thyroid disorders and diabetes can also lead to dry, cracked heels. Learn more : http://www.lifootcare.com/blog/post/heal-your-heels.html

Foot Dysfunction Can Lead to Knee, Hip, and Back Problems You have probably read plenty of studies on the importance of sitting correctly. However, we don’t hear nearly as much about the importance of walking correctly, even though the consequences of walking abnormalities are just as serious. Rheumatologists, Physiatrists, Orthopedists, Neurologists and Podiatrists all agree that poor gait can lead to back pain. These problems can become chronic if not addressed. Foot dysfu...nction may be the etiology, or a contributing factor, in many pathological and painful conditions, including those affecting the back, hips, and knees, as well as other joints, bones, and muscles. If you suffer from knee hip or back problems caused by foot dysfunction and would like to be evaluated for Custom Foot Orthotics please call any of our Advanced Podiatry offices to be evaluated by one of our expert podiatrists. Learn more.. http://www.lifootcare.com//foot-dysfunction-can-lead-to-kn

Toenail Fungus-Onychomycosis Toenail fungus is caused by a skin, hair, and nail loving fungus. Toenail fungus often forms after damage to the nail that causes the nail skin junction, where the nail meets the skin of the toe, to be disrupted.... This can occur after a pedicure, because of ill fitting shoes, or after repetitive trauma from running, or hiking, that causes the nail to lift or get pressed on. Our expert podiatrists at Advanced Podiatry of Manhasset, Huntington, Plainview, and Maspeth utilize several protocols, including state of the art laser, to a eradicate this fungal infection. Please call one of our Advanced Podiatry offices to consult with one of our expert podiatrists about eradicating this stubborn problem.

Advanced Podiatry would like to wish you and your families a Happy, Healthy, and Sweet New Year!

Ingrown Inculcated Nails Ingrown toe nails are a common foot condition that affectadults and children alike. As a nail grows out, it may become curved and latch onto the skin, causing significant pain. We call these nails incurvated and the condition of the nail becoming ingrown we refer to as onychocryptosis. No one should have to suffer any pain from an ingrown nail. Please do not hesitate to schedule an appointment and have the experts at Advanced Podiatry evaluate and... manage any of your nail conditions! Read more : http://www.lifootcare.com//p/ingrown-inculcated-nails.html

Toenail Fungus-Onychomycosis Toenail fungus is caused by a skin, hair, and nail loving fungus. Toenail fungus often forms after damage to the nail that causes the nail skin junction, where the nail meets the skin of the toe, to be disrupted.... This can occur after a pedicure, because of ill fitting shoes, or after repetitive trauma from running, or hiking, that causes the nail to lift or get pressed on. Our expert podiatrists at Advanced Podiatry of Manhasset, Huntington, Plainview, and Maspeth utilize several protocols, including state of the art laser, to a eradicate this fungal infection. Please call one of our Advanced Podiatry offices to consult with one of our expert podiatrists about eradicating this stubborn problem.

Back to School Dear Parents, As a local mom and podiatrist my inbox has recently become filled with "Back to School" sales, styles and steals. What really is t...he best option for our childrens' needs? What option not only fits their foot but is trendy? What size should my child be wearing? What is the most cost effective option for cleats and other sport specific shoe gear? These questions are not always easy to answer. The high price tag does not always equate to value or support. Read more : http://www.lifootcare.com/blog/post/back-to-school.html