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What Is Plantar Fasciitis in Wappingers Falls, NY? Our Podiatrist Explains
What Is Plantar Fasciitis in Wappingers Falls, NY? Our Podiatrist Explains You wake up one morning, step out of bed and suddenly, there’s a stabbing pain along the bottom of your foot up to your heel! What could this be caused by? Most likely, this is a symptom of a...
Have Gout? See How You Can Still Enjoy That July 4th Barbecue!
Happy 4th of July! With all the barbecues that people are going to, it looks to be big meat eating weekend. Gout sufferers will have more of a challenge enjoying these barbecues. Gout is a common term but a lot of people don't understand what it really is. Gout is a...
Orthotics Can Save You Money
Many people don't realize how custom orthotics can save you money in the long run. Some smart insurance companies are covering orthotics not just for diabetics but for people with plantar fasciitis and bursitis, too. Here is why - If you can avoid a surgery, that...
How You Can Help Other People with Foot Pain
There are a lot of reasons to schedule a Doctor's appointment - when you are in need, such as illness, pain, or a yearly physical. At our office we find a lot of our patients have foot pain and need to get in to see us right away. If you have an infected ingrown...
Dutchess County Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
This weekend I marched to the beat of a lot of drums. I marched down the streets of Wappingers in the Dutchess County Saint Patrick's Day Parade. Although it was over 2 miles, the march seemed short as I walked by the cheering crowds celebrating Saint Patrick's Day. ...
Are Your Baby’s Foot Problems Related To The Position Inside The Womb?
How your baby is growing in your womb may determine your baby's foot problems. Many foot problems that occur in children are due to the position of the baby inside the womb. The bones are soft at this time and so positioning becomes an important factor in...
The Danger Of Ankle Fractures When It Snows
Ankle fractures aren't the first thing you think of when you are going out to shovel or play in the snow, but they should be. A Netherland emergency department conducted a study to see if there were more fractures when there was snow and ice than when there wasn't any...
Why Do I Get Cracked Heels In The Winter?
Wondering how you got cracked heels? This winter has been very harsh so far. Most people have been staying inside protecting themselves from the subzero temperatures. The heat that is keeping you warm and toasty may actually be making your heels crack. Have you...
The New Tax Bill Did Not Affect HSA and FSA Accounts
With the new tax bill that just passed many people are wondering how their HSA (health savings account) and FSA (flexible spending account) will be affected. The good news is that neither of these were affected by the new tax bill. The more important question for now...
How did Kate Winslet Get Arthritis Of The Big Toe?
Arthritis of the Big Toe from just playing a role in a movie? Arthritis of the big toe joint can be painful and last for a long time. But can you get arthritis of the big toe simply by purposely limping around for a movie role? Surprisingly, this is something that...