David A. Scalzo, DPM, PC and Associates

David A. Scalzo, DPM, PC and Associates Dr. Scalzo offers the finest podiatric care in a welcoming and friendly environment.

Plantar fasciitis is a common condition involving inflammation of the thick band of tissue that supports the arch of the...
05/08/2026

Plantar fasciitis is a common condition involving inflammation of the thick band of tissue that supports the arch of the foot. It often causes sharp pain in the heel, especially with the first steps in the morning or after periods of rest. This discomfort typically lessens as walking continues, but...

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Toenail fungus can cause the nails to become thickened, discolored, and brittle. The nail may appear yellow, white, or b...
05/05/2026

Toenail fungus can cause the nails to become thickened, discolored, and brittle. The nail may appear yellow, white, or brown and can begin to separate from the nail bed over time. While fungal infections often start as a cosmetic concern, they can progress and lead to secondary infection. This may...

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Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection that affects the skin of the feet, especially between the toes. It often causes fla...
04/28/2026

Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection that affects the skin of the feet, especially between the toes. It often causes flaking skin, itching, cracking, and redness that can become uncomfortable, if left untreated. The condition develops in warm and moist environments, making shared areas around pools...

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Flat feet is a condition in which the arches of the feet collapse or do not develop properly, causing the entire sole to...
04/21/2026

Flat feet is a condition in which the arches of the feet collapse or do not develop properly, causing the entire sole to make contact with the ground. This can result from genetics, injury, tendon dysfunction, or gradual wear over time. Symptoms may include foot pain, swelling, fatigue, and...

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Onychalgia, or pain involving the nails, can be surprisingly intense due to the structure of the fingertip or toe tip. T...
04/14/2026

Onychalgia, or pain involving the nails, can be surprisingly intense due to the structure of the fingertip or toe tip. The end of the toe contains many sensitive nerve endings, and there is little cushioning between the nail and the underlying bone. In addition, strong connective fibers tightly...

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Foot drop is a condition that makes it difficult to lift the front part of the foot while walking. This motion allows th...
04/07/2026

Foot drop is a condition that makes it difficult to lift the front part of the foot while walking. This motion allows the toes to clear the ground with each step. When the muscles that perform this movement become weak or the nerves that control them are damaged, people may develop an abnormal...

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Heel spurs are bony growths on the heel that often cause sharp pain, tenderness, and inflammation, especially while walk...
03/27/2026

Heel spurs are bony growths on the heel that often cause sharp pain, tenderness, and inflammation, especially while walking or standing. Symptoms include stabbing pain in the heel, swelling, or discomfort after rest. Effective exercises can reduce pain and improve foot function. These can include...

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A stress fracture in the foot is a small crack in a bone caused by repeated pressure over time. These injuries often dev...
03/24/2026

A stress fracture in the foot is a small crack in a bone caused by repeated pressure over time. These injuries often develop when the foot absorbs more force than the bones can handle. Many stress fractures occur in athletes who run, jump, or change direction frequently in sports such as...

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Heel pain occurs when the tissues surrounding the heel become irritated or inflamed. It often appears as a sharp or achi...
03/19/2026

Heel pain occurs when the tissues surrounding the heel become irritated or inflamed. It often appears as a sharp or aching sensation when walking or standing, and may worsen after periods of rest. Several risk factors increase the likelihood of heel pain, including middle age, physically active...

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203 Foote Avenue
Duryea, PA
18642

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
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