Dr. Gary Feldman, Foot & Ankle Surgeon

09/22/2025

How to tell apart a sprained ankle and a broken ankle.

A sprained ankle occurs when a person stretches or tears the ligaments in the ankle. An ankle fracture occurs when someone breaks one or more of the bones in their ankle.

09/12/2025

20 Causes of Tingling in the Feet and How It`s Treated.

Tingling in your feet can have many different causes. While it's commonly a result of standing or sitting in one position for a while, some cases may be due to a health condition or injury affecting your nerves.

09/11/2025

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09/05/2025

6 Causes of a Black Toenail and How to Treat It.

A black toenail is usually caused by an injury, but it can also indicate a fungal infection, vitamin deficiency, or a medical condition like diabetes or cancer. It's important to see a healthcare provider, especially if you aren't sure of the cause, to make sure you get the right treatment.

09/03/2025

12 Causes of Big Toe Joint Pain.

Pain in your big toe joint can be due to a sudden injury like the sports-related "turf toe."1 Chronic health conditions like arthritis, bursitis, bunions, gout, and lesser-known conditions like sesamoiditis can also cause pain, joint stiffness, swelling, and a grinding sensation.

09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day! We hope you and your family enjoy your time off!

08/29/2025

How tennis takes a toll: The leg and foot injuries players need to watch out for.

Tennis demands explosive movement like lunges, pivots, sprints and sudden stops. Every serve starts with a push from the toes. Every rally shifts weight between the heel and forefoot. Unlike sports with linear movement, like sprinting, tennis places constant multi-directional stress on the feet a...

08/27/2025

Foot Anatomy and Causes of Pain.

The foot is a complex structure made up of 28 bones, 33 joints, 19 muscles, over 100 tendons and ligaments, and thousands of nerve endings. These work together to allow you to walk, run, maintain balance, absorb impact, and bear upper body weight

08/22/2025

What Can Happen to Your Feet When You Wear Sandals Every Day.

Sandals may feel great in the summer, but wearing them too often can lead to stubbed toes, blisters, or joint pain. Many sandals lack proper arch support and cushioning, increasing the risk of foot and leg issues.

08/20/2025

Why a Lisfranc Injury Needs Months to Heal.

A Lisfranc injury involves the midfoot and may mean a pulled or torn ligament, fracture, or joint dislocation. These injuries can be mild or the result of severe trauma. Any Lisfranc injury, mild or severe, can lead to long-term complications like chronic pain, osteoarthritis, and foot deformitie...

08/13/2025

10 Causes of Bottom-of-Foot Pain and Their Treatment.

Pain on the bottom of your foot can be due to your activities, such as jobs that keep you on your feet or sports like running.1 The structure of your foot or the shoes you wear also can contribute to symptoms of shooting or aching pain. Conditions like plantar fasciitis, an inflammation of the so...

08/06/2025

What to know about anterior ankle impingement.

Anterior ankle impingement occurs when the soft tissue around the ankle becomes caught between the shin bone and the front of the ankle. It may also occur due to bone spurs, which are an early sign of osteoarthritis.