Cosmetic Foot Surgery For Common Disorders In New York

Feet play an important role in a person’s a daily life. They give us the ability to stay balanced, move forward, drive cars, and play games. When a foot problem occurs, it can often be debilitating as a person loses their ability to engage comfortably in their daily routine. Seventy-five percent of Americans experience foot problems at some point in their lives. It is imperative to seek treatment when they come up so that the ailments do not turn into chronic issues.

Typical foot disorders include:

Bunions

A bump on the side of the big toe joint is commonly referred to as a bunion. It is one of the more common ailments and can often be quite painful for the patient. Bunions occur when a deviation occurs in the big toe toward the second toe. Often the development of bunions is blamed on shoes, but in reality they are caused by either abnormal foot structure or irregular walking mechanics.

Heel Pain

A common cause of heel pain is plantar fasciitis, which can create heel spurs. This is a progressive condition that develops over time as a person’s foot structure changes. The foot’s arch gradually flattens and stops absorbing the impact of a person’s steps. The constant, daily pull of the ligament causes a spur to develop in the heel, which can feel like walking on a golf ball.

Hammertoes

Hammertoe deformities are progressive and caused by the continued wear of tight shoes. They are a contracture in the toes caused by an imbalance in the top and bottom tendons. They can be flexible and rigid, where rigid hammertoes cannot be manipulated manually back into their natural position. Hammertoe deformities can also lead to the development of corns and calluses on the feet, as well as open sores.

Fungal Toenails

When toenails have a fungal infection, one of the most common symptoms is that they turn yellow. Over time, the infection further damages the toe. This fungus is also the same fungus that causes athlete’s foot. As time passes, the toenails thicken, become crumbly, and gain a distorted appearance. A common cause of fungal toenails is sweaty feet.

Ingrown Toenails

An ingrown toenail is caused by a nail penetrating the soft tissue of the toe. Initially, it is a painful irritation, but can become infected over time if not treated. This relatively minor ailment can become severe in those who suffer from diabetes or poor circulation, as an ingrown toenail can lead to gangrene of the toe.

Dr. Loninger & Downtown NYC Foot Care

If you live in Brooklyn, Queens, or Manhattan and are experiencing any of these foot problems, turn to Downtown NYC Foot Care. Dr. Loninger, DPM, can help relieve your symptoms and treat the underlying issue. Using minimally invasive, plastic surgery techniques, Dr. Loninger specializes in cosmetic foot surgeries with a quick recovery time that produce no apparent surgical scars. Downtown NYC Foot Care also has physicians available 24 hours a day for all your foot care check ups and emergencies.

Click on the categories below to read articles on foot disorders and conditions.

Most Common Disorders

  • Achilles Tendonitis
  • Adult Flatfoot
  • Athlete’s Foot
  • Bunion Deformity
  • Fungal Toenails
  • Hallux Limitus
  • Hammertoes
  • Heel Pain, Heel Spurs
  • Heel Pain, Plantar Fasciitis
  • Ingrown Toenails
  • Metatarsal Stress Fracture
  • Neuroma
  • Plantar Fasciitis Arch Pain
  • Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunctional
  • Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
  • Sesamoiditis

Foot Disorders

  • Common Foot Problems
  • Achilles Tendon Problems
  • Ankle Injuries
  • Ankle Surgery
  • Bone Tumors
  • Circulation Disorders
  • Diabetic Patient Information
  • Diseases of the Skin
  • Diseases of the Toenails
  • Fitting Shoes
  • Foot Surgery
  • General Disorders
  • Knee Problems In Children
  • Lumps and Bumps
  • Nerve Conditions
  • Pain Experienced by the Walking Child
  • Pain in the Foot by Location
  • Pediatric and Childhood Abnormalities
  • Soft Tissue Masses
  • Special Testing Equipment
  • Sports Injuries
  • Sports Medicine
  • Tendon Injuries
  • Toe Problems
  • Trauma and Injury to the Foot
  • Treatments