A bunion is a deformity of the foot caused by the big toe turning inwards toward the other toes. Bunions occur at the joints and can be extremely painful due to the weight of your body resting on the it during normal walking. In addition, inflammation, irritation, and calluses can...
November is American Diabetes Month. Diabetes is a disease that affects almost 30 million Americans. 1 in 10 Americans have diabetes whether it’s diagnosed or undiagnosed, diabetes is the 7th leading cause of death in the United States. That is only deaths directly associated with diabetes, other diseases such as...
Onychomycosis, the medical term for nail fungus, usually occurs on the foot. It is characterized by the nail becoming thickened and discolored: green, white, black, or yellow. Nails infected by onychomycosis often appear crumbly and brittle with some pieces breaking away from the toe or finger completely. While there is...
It is very important as a diabetic to ensure proper foot care. Diabetes can cause nerve damage as well as reduce the blood flow to your feet, making it harder for the body to heal from an injury or an infection. The best way to keep your feet healthy as...
Anyone on their feet for a prolonged period of time cannot afford to be sidelined, but unfortunately they also run the risk of developing a disorder known as plantar fasciitis. This occurs when the ligament attaching the heel to the toes becomes inflamed and causes pain in both the heel and arch of the foot. The disability is most common in middle-aged adults but can also affect younger people as well as athletes. The inflammation can become very painful and will make everyday activities, such as standing or walking, much more strenuous.
Here at Cherrywood Foot Care, our orthotics in Bellmore have been immeasurably helpful to so many patients, and we would love to provide you with the same relief. Our orthotics in Bellmore are scientifically designed devices that are customized to meet the individual patients’ needs. Orthotics have been growing rapidly...
Here at Cherrywood Foot Care, our foot surgeon in Bellmore provides foot surgery treatments to better patients in a number of varying situations. One common surgical area here at Cherrywood Foot Care is ankle surgery. Some common reasons that lead to a need for ankle surgery include: injuries such as...
It is incredibly important to take care of your health and paying extra attention to even the smallest symptoms can help you make sure that you stay as healthy as you possibly can. Your feet are subject to a lot of wear and tear depending on how much you use...
Cherrywood Foot Care is proud to announce the addition of Dr. Michael Skonieczny to its expert team of podiatric specialists. Dr. Skonieczny graduated from the State University of New York at Albany with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology. He then attended the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, where...