Toes are tiny and seemly insignificant, but a toenail injury can be painful and quite inconvenient. Nail injuries are caused when the toe is crushed, cut, bitten or torn. The toenail may be small, but it is a complex structure that is an effective barrier to fungal infections. The nail is comprised of: The nail [...]
Ulcerations are a break-down of the skin and foot ulcerations may appear on the side or bottom of the foot. Ulcerations (open sores) can either be shallow or deep (exposing tendons and bones), and may lead to infection if not treated immediately. Individuals that have a poor circulatory system (atherosclerosis), varicose veins and the more [...]
Venous stasis is a loss of proper function in the leg veins that normally carry blood back toward the heart. This may occur following injury to the veins, which may lead to blood clots in the superficial veins (known as superficial phlebitis) or blood clots in the deep veins (known as deep venous thrombosis). Doctor Lefkowitz, of Quality Foot [...]
Most foot warts are harmless, even though they may be painful. They are often mistaken for corns or calluses, which are layers of dead skin that build up to protect an area which is being continuously irritated. A wart, however, is caused by a viral infection which invades the skin through small or invisible cuts [...]
Walking is a great form of exercise, and without even thinking about it we take thousands of steps a day. Children begin to walk independently just before they complete their first year of life. Of course, the speed in which an individual walks varies, and it depends on a variety of factors, such as weight, [...]
Women’s feet are more susceptible to foot pain when compared to those of men for a variety of reasons. In general, women have weaker joints and thinner heels than men. Women also generally have a lower bone mass than men, which can lead to more frequent foot injuries. One of the more common foot problems [...]
Are you thinking of getting foot and ankle surgery? First, you need to explore the various options available and at Quality Foot Care, our team of foot and ankle specialists are here to help you start your foot healing path. Headed by podiatrist Dr. Ken Lefkowitz and his professional staff, Quality Foot Care is the [...]
Custom Orthotics are devices that are made to place into shoes to help align the lower extremity and support the feet. As you are walking, all the weight of your entire body passes through your feet which act as a foundation to the rest of your body. Custom orthotics can be used to treat many [...]
A ganglion cyst is a fluid filled lesion that tends to be seen around joints and tendons in the body. It is especially common in the foot and ankle where it is commonly seen on the top of the foot and ankle. Although ganglion cysts are not cancerous, they can cause pain and discomfort in [...]
The physicians and staff at Quality Foot Care strive to make every appointment a pleasant experience! Let’s meet some of the smiling faces you will see at your next visit... JACKIE- Receptionist/Assistant: Jackie has been at Quality Foot Care for the last 7 years! She is one of the friendly voices you hear when calling the [...]
