Get Relief From Your Bunion or Hammertoe Pain - Foot Doctors & Surgeons in Patchogue NY

 
Bunion Specialists in Patchogue New York

BUNIONS

TREATMENT OF BUNIONS

A bunion is a bump on or near the big toe joint. It is usually an excess or misaligned bone. A bunion is one of the most common big toe problems. In addition to causing pain, a bunion changes the shape of your foot, making it harder to find shoes that fit.

You don’t have to suffer from bunions for the rest of your life. These painful bumps can be treated. With the aid of modern updated equipment and techniques your feet can feel and look better.

COMMON CAUSES OF BUNIONS

  • Flat feet

  • Incorrect joint mechanics

  • Joint damage

  • Trauma

  • Arthritis

  • Poorly fitting shoes

  • Heredity

If a bunion is not severe, a different style of shoe may be suggested; or, you may be prescribed custom-made shoe inserts (orthotic devices) to control incorrect foot mechanics. Physical therapy such as whirlpools and ultrasound along with oral medications (to soothe the pain caused by inflammation) are other alternatives that may be used to remedy this condition. For severe bunions and conditions not responding to conservative treatment, outpatient surgical correction may be recommended. Surgical techniques have improved significantly in recent years. Within hours after surgery, you’ll be on your way home. Please schedule an appointment with Houslanger & Kassnove Podiatrists and learn all your treatment options.

 
Houslanger & Kassnove Podiatrists - Hammertoe Doctor & Hammertoe Correction Surgeon

HAMMERTOES

OUR PODIATRISTS PROVIDES ADVANCED TREATMENT & CORRECTION SURGERY FOR HAMMERTOES

Hammertoe is a deformity of the second, third, fourth or fifth toes. In this condition, the toe is bent at the middle joint, resembling a hammer. Left untreated, hammertoes can become inflexible and require surgery. People with hammertoe may have corns or calluses on the top of the toe or on the tip of the toe. They may also feel pain in their toes or feet and have difficulty finding comfortable shoes. Causes of hammertoe include improperly fitting shoes and muscle imbalance.

Treatment for the condition typically involves shoes with soft, roomy toe boxes and toe exercises to stretch and strengthen the muscles. Commercially available straps, cushions or non-medicated corn pads may also relieve symptoms. Surgical intervention is also an option if all other treatments fail.

Please schedule an appointment with Houslanger & Kassnove Podiatrists and learn all your treatment options.