This past weekend, April 5th-6th, Dr. Matthew Regulski, DPM, shined at the Desert Foot East Conference in Teaneck, NJ…

This past weekend, April 5th-6th, Dr. Matthew Regulski, DPM, shined at the Desert Foot East Conference in Teaneck, NJ, with two informative lectures on Venous Leg Ulcers and the latest updates on Local Coverage Determination (LCD). Venous Leg Ulcers: Dr. Regulski discussed innovative treatment strategies that blend new research with traditional methods, aiming to enhance…

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Lateral Ankle Sprains

A lateral ankle sprain is an injury that occurs to one or more ligaments on the outside of the ankle.  Ankle sprains are often caused by a fall or sudden motion in which the foot twists underneath the leg.  Some ankle sprains can be worse than others so it is important to be evaluated by…

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Wound Care for Common Leg Injuries

Leg wounds commonly occur from simple missteps around the home. Two frequent culprits for causing leg wounds are car doors and dishwasher doors. Both have sharp corners and are positioned at the perfect height to hit our legs. Seniors and the aging population can be more susceptible to leg wounds. As we get older, our…

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Ingrown Toenails

An ingrown toenail is when the borders or edges of the nail curve and dig into the skin on the sides of our nail.  This is often painful and can be made worse when you press on the nail or when wearing closed-toed shoes. Ingrown toenails can also become infected.  Signs of infection are redness,…

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Holiday Foot Issues – Gout Attacks

With the holidays approaching, an increase in gout attacks and flare-ups is commonly seen. Celebrating can often involve an overindulgence in all things “yummy”, like red meats, seafood, and alcoholic beverages, especially beer. Gout is a very common form of arthritis that can affect anyone. It can occur suddenly, with severe pain, redness, swelling, and…

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Treating Trauma to the Foot – Lis Franc Injuries

The Lis Francs Joint complex involves the bones, joints and ligaments in the middle of the foot, or “midfoot.”  The Lis Francs joint is named after Jacques Lis Francs de St. Martin, a French surgeon in Napoleon’s army. After treating a soldier that caught his foot in the stirrups of his horse, he became well…

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The Importance of Diabetic Shoes

Proper and continuous foot care can positively impact the feet, ankle and lower legs of a person that suffers from diabetes. One of the most common foot problems that diabetic patients face is diabetic foot ulcers. These foot ulcers or open sores mainly occur on the bottom of the foot and are often caused by…

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