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(Cedar Grove, NJ) Got gout? If so, Dr. Wachtler, a Cedar Grove foot and ankle surgeon has a recommendation for surviving the holidays: Watch what you eat and drink. Changes in diet, including overindulging in certain foods and beverages,...
Why do I feel like I could sprain my ankle at any time? This is usually caused by a high arch foot type, chronic ankle instability or both. A high arch foot type often causes pressure to the outside of one’s foot and makes it easier to roll the ankle.
(Cedar Grove, NJ) Runners face a host of aches and pains which they are notorious for pushing through. Some foot pain can be exacerbated by narrow sneakers, pointed-toed shoes at work and the repetitive pounding from running on hard...
Q) Will my shoes cause bunions or hammertoes? A) In short, probably not. Bunions and hammertoes are mostly genetic. However, wearing certain shoes can accelerate their progression or make them symptomatic.
(Cedar Grove, NJ) Are fallen arches a real foot problem, or just a label for chronically sore feet? Cedar Grove foot and ankle surgeon, Matthew F. Wachtler DPM, FACFAS says fallen arches –or flat feet– are a legitimate medical condition affecting five...
Icy conditions cause falls and broken ankles (Cedar Grove, NJ) With the hectic pace of the holidays, serious injuries from ice-related falls inevitably occur. Dr. Matthew Wachtler says falls on icy surfaces are a major cause of ankle sprains and...
