Dr. Gary Feldman, Foot & Ankle Surgeon

01/01/2026

Wishing you and your family a happy and healthy new year!

12/25/2025

Everything You Need To Know About Achilles Tendinitis.

Achilles tendinitis is an overuse injury of the Achilles tendon, the tendon that connects your calf muscles at the back of your lower leg to your heel bone. The Achilles tendon is the strongest tendon in your body. When you walk, run, or jump, you are using your Achilles tendon.

12/24/2025

Happy Holidays! We wish you and your family a joyful holiday season!

12/22/2025

What Is the Best Plantar Fasciitis Treatment?

The best treatment for plantar fasciitis depends on the severity of your condition. Options can include home remedies, medications, physical therapy, and, less commonly, surgery. People using nonsurgical treatments typically experience pain resolution within three to six months of consistent trea...

12/18/2025

Jones Fracture of the Foot: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery.

A Jones fracture of the foot is a break in the long bone that connects the pinky toe (fifth metatarsal) to the base of the foot. Bruising and swelling are common symptoms, and you may have difficulty bearing weight or walking on that foot.

12/15/2025

What Is Plantar Fasciitis?

Your plantar fascia is a tight, thick tissue that connects your heel bone to your toes. Plantar fasciitis occurs when the plantar fascia becomes inflamed or irritated, resulting in a sharp or dull pain felt at the bottom of the heel.1 This can be caused by several things, from carrying extra weig...

12/08/2025

What Causes Heel Pain—And How Can You Find Relief?

Heel pain causes a throbbing, aching, burning, or stabbing sensation in the back or bottom of the foot. This type of pain is a common complaint for people of all ages and activity levels. In fact, heel pain makes up over two million visits to the doctor's office each year in the U.S.

12/01/2025

Athlete’s Foot: What Gets Rid of Fungus for Good?

Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a common fungal infection of the feet. It is often found between the toes and on the soles of the feet.Fortunately, many home remedies and antifungals treat it. Some are stronger and work faster than others, with antifungals being the most effective and acting the....

11/27/2025

Wishing you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving!

11/24/2025

Surgical fixation for pickleball-related Achilles ruptures may improve quality of life.

Patients who sustained Achilles tendon ruptures while playing pickleball benefit from surgical fixation, according to data presented at the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine Annual Meeting.

11/17/2025

Limping.

Many different health conditions can cause limping (antalgic gait) when you walk. This can include acute injuries as well as gradually progressing medical concerns. Paying closer attention to when the limping occurs and any symptoms that accompany it can help you determine its origins.

11/10/2025

What You Should Know About the Forefoot.

You may be surprised to learn that your forefoot carries and balances nearly half of the body's total weight, and is designed to handle significant force and wear-and-tear.