What is Plantar Fasciitis? By Dr. Brucato, DPM

One of New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center's most commonly asked questions is "what is platar fasciitis?", commonly known as heel pain.  Enjoy this explanation given by Dr. Maryellen Brucato, one of Bergen County's leading podiatrist.

For more information call 201-261-9945 or visit www.heelpain911.com or www.njfootpain.com.  NJ Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road, Suite 202 in Oradell, NJ, 07649.  

How Contagious are Warts?

The summer brings with it many wonderful things. The smell of a freshly mowed lawn, family barbecues, vacations etc.  Unfortunately it can also bring pesky little critters called warts.  Warts are a virus, and are fairly contagious.

They most commonly affect the foot, and are most easily transmitted on a wet surface.  Keeping sandals on at the pool or gym will go a long way in preventing your summer from being interrupted.  

Children seem to be more susceptible then adults. On a positive note, if you are unfortunate enough to run into these little guys we now have specialized lasers to stop them in their tracks.

-Dr. Dan Margolin, DPM of New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin and his staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from places as close as Paramus, Ridgewood, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Hillsdale, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at www.heelpain911.com and www.njfootpain.com.

April is National Foot Health Awareness Month

April is National Foot Health Awareness Month and New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center in Oradell has made a commitment to forward the cause.  With the warmer weather upon us, say good-bye to winter boots and hello to open-toed shoes and flip flops. 

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center has put together a list from their top doctors on how to take caution so you can enjoy the summer pain-free.

Dr. Maryellen Brucato’s advice:  

Dr. Maryellen Brucato

1. Don’t get pedicures.  As a woman, Dr. Brucato understands the feeling of wanting to get pedicures, but due to the high risk of fungus contamination; she strongly suggests doing your toenails.
2. Foot pain doesn’t usually go away on its own, so make sure to call a specialist for help so you can fully enjoy walking about during the summer months.
3. Avoid cheap flip flops.  Although the temptation of $0.99 flip flops seems like a good deal, you will end up paying a lot more to fix the damage that it does to your body in the future.  
4. Make sure you place sunscreen on the top of your feet to prevent sunburn when enjoying a day at the beach.

Dr. Daniel Henessey’s advice: 

Dr. Dan Hennessy

1. Make sure you choose a pair of sandals with an arch support.  There are many great brands out there now that are realizing the necessity of a high quality arch support.
2. Wash and dry between toes to reduce the chance of fungal growth.  We tell our patients to “toe floss” or use a cotton-tip to dry in between the toes.
3. Avoid walking bare foot on sand.  It is easy to burn bottom of your feet on sand, so we suggest wearing a comfortable sandal on the beach.
4. Look out for irregular mole growth on your feet.  If you notice a new or changing mole, make sure you get it checked by your podiatrist.

Dr. Daniel Margolin’s advice:

Dr. Dan Margolin

1. Just because you can move your foot, doesn’t mean it’s not broken.  A 2014 ESPN poll showed that 88 percent of parents have concern about their child’s risk of injury while playing youth sports and as a father, I agree.  If your child hurts their foot while out on the field, please get it checked out as soon as possible because there are certain kinds of fractures your child can still walk with. 
2. Make sure you buy the proper footwear for a specific sport.  Most athletic shoes are designed with the weight displacement in mind to support the foot during motion.

If you would like to find out more information on foot health, please visit www.heelpain911.com.  New Jersey Foot and Ankle Centers has free educational videos explaining common foot conditions and different treatments available.  For any questions, please call 201-261-9445.

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin and his staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from places as close as Paramus, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Hillsdale, Ridgewood, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at www.heelpain911.com and www.njfootpain.com.

National Doctor's Day

Dr. Maryellen Brucato, DPM, Dr. Daniel Margolin, DPM and Dr. Daniel Hennessy, DPM

Thank you to the best foot and ankle doctors in New Jersey: Dr. Maryellen Brucato, Dr. Daniel Margolin and Dr. Daniel Hennessy!

March 30 is officially recognized as National Doctor’s Day.  It was signed into law in 1990 by President George Bush as a way to recognize physicians, the work that they do and the contributions that they make to society.

According to The National Doctor’s Day Organization, the first observance was held on March 30, 1933 in Winder, Georgia where Eudora Brown Almond, wife of Dr. Charles B. Almond decided to set aside a day to honor physicians.  The first observance included acknowledging deceased doctors by sending greeting cards and placing flowers on graves of deceased doctors.  This is where the symbolic red carnation came from to commemorate the holiday.  It has evolved into a day to take a few minutes and thank the healthcare professionals that save lives every day.

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center on Kinderkamack Road in Oradell celebrated this holiday by commending their team of podiatric physicians, including owner Dr.Daniel Margolin and associates Dr. Maryellen Brucato and Dr. Daniel Hennessy.  All three of the doctors at the center specialize in medical and surgical foot care.  In honor of National Doctor’s Day, they signed into their senior policy that they always deliver what they promise.

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin and his staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from places as close as Paramus, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Hillsdale, Ridgewood, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at www.heelpain911.com and www.njfootpain.com.

New Jersey Foot & Ankle Center Steps Up the Fight Against Illegal Drugs

Dr.Daniel Margolin of New Jersey Foot & Ankle Center in Oradell and Director of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, Bergen County Chapter has teamed up with law enforcement to bring real solutions to the on-going drug problem.

On Tuesday, April 7, New Jersey Foot & Ankle Center’s Community Outreach Director Brielle Takacs was a guest speaker at the Fight Marijuana Event.  Other guest speakers included retired NYPD Detective Michael Zotto and President of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, New York Chapter, Dr. Bernard Fialkoff.

These leaders in the community spoke about their dedication to keeping children off drugs through the largest nongovernmental anti-drug education initiative in the world.

According to a 2011 survey by the Office of Adolescent Health, 37 percent of high school students in New Jersey admitted to using marijuana one or more times during their life.  Zotto, who has spent years working with people in recovery, spoke about the relation of marijuana use to the heroin epidemic.

The Foundation’s campaign is unique in the fact that it empowers youth and adults with factual information about drugs so they can make informed decisions and live drug-free.  Young adults do not like to be lectured about what they can or cannot do, therefore, the Foundation provides the facts that empower youth to choose not to take drugs in the first place.    

A sergeant who uses the materials daily in his work said: “Everything in the Truth About Drugs curriculum is pure gold. There is no message about drug abuse that is more penetrating than what this program provides—we can’t top it.”

For free drug educational material, visit www.drugfreeworld.org.  If you are interested in a free drug education event, contact the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, Bergen County Chapter at 201-261-9445.

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin and his staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from places as close as Paramus, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Hillsdale, Ridgewood, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at www.heelpain911.com and www.njfootpain.com.

Dr. Dan Margolin Foot & Ankle Specialist on Staff at Valley Health System

If you're looking for a podiatrist in Bergen County, check out Dr. Dan Margolin, DPM who is on staff at at Valley Hospital in Ridgewood.  He is a foot and ankle specialist that works through Valley Health System.



Find a Physician

Daniel L. Margolin , DPM
Podiatry

New Jersey Foot & Ankle Center
550 Kinderkamack Road 
Suite 202 
Oradell, NJ 07649
(201)261-9445 

Board Certification:
Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Surgery

Education:
Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine 

Residency:
Beth Israel Medical Center, Passaic, NJ - Resident 

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin and his staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from places as close as Paramus, Ridgewood, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Hillsdale, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at  www.heelpain911.com and  www.njfootpain.com.

Dan Margolin Continuing to Flood the Airways

Dr. Dan Margolin is continuing to make waves over the airways.  He was featured on the KTOE talk, news and sports radio show on AM 1420 & 102.7 FM.

In this interview he goes over how Fast Tracking Your Prosperity began as a list of helpful tips intended to help author his daughter succeed in business and life. It grew into twenty-one crucial principles that that intended to empower the reader to achieve greater success than they ever imagined.  The book is written in an engaging, personable manner using humor and personal anecdotes.  This is a life-altering book that is profoundly enlightening.

Listen to the interview about Dan Margolin's new book, Fast Tracking Your Propserity: 21 Lessons in Professional & Personal Success by clicking the link below: https://www.mixcloud.com/KTOE/01-21-15-dr-dan-margolin-interview/

Fast Tracking Your Prosperity is now available to purchase through Amazon by clicking here.

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin, DPM and his staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from places as close as Paramus, Ridgewood, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Hillsdale, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at www.heelpain911.com  and  www.njfootpain.com.

NJ Podiatrist Publishes Business Principles Book : ABPM News

The American Board of Podiatric Medicine News acknowledged Dr. Dan Margolin's book, Fast Tracking Your Prosperity:  21 Lessons in Professional and Personal Success.

NJ Podiatrist Publishes Business Principles Book :ABPM News

The book is available for purchase on Amazon and soon to be released on Kindle.

Podiatrist Perspective on Pedicures

As a woman, I completely understand the desire to get pedicures on a regular basis.  The feeling of having nice soft heels, neatly trimmed cuticles, and perfectly painted toenails makes a gal feel beautiful and feminine.  Not to mention, there is that age-old theory that "no man wants to be with a woman with 'ugly' feet."  However, as a physician and more importantly, a podiatrist, I also understand the serious risks and dangers that can occur from pedicures.  I would never recommend a person to get a pedicure and this is why.

Many nail salons do not follow proper protocols for sterilizing and cleaning their tools and equipment.  For example, there are filters in the whirlpools which should be changed regularly and under investigation it was found that many of these filters have not been changed in a timely manner (if ever) and they were coated with bacterial biofilm.  Many instruments are used from patron to patron without proper sterilization.  Additionally, there are nail salon practices that can be very harmful to their clients and should be made illegal.

I would never recommend for a patient to get a pedicure.  However, I completely understand that women are not always going to be able to resist the temptation.  Therefore, I still have a few recommendations.

1. Investigate the salon that you go to.  Ask them what their sterilization process is.  Ask them how often they change the filters in the tubs.  Pay attention to what they reuse between customers.
2. Invest in your own tool set and polish.  It's not too costly, and you will have peace of mind knowing that those instruments have only touched your own disease-free body.
3. If they use sharp blades to peel the skin and callus off the bottom of your feet, simply don't let them.  These blades are sharp and can cut you and lead to open wounds that will be very disposed to infections.
4. When they cut your nails, instruct them to cut in a curved shape, not square.
5. When cutting nails in general, one should follow the shape of the lunula which is the white part of the nail.  
6. Refrain from shaving your legs 24 hours prior to getting the pedicure done.
7. If you do partake in regular pedicures, check your feet and nails and if you notice anything abnormal, come in for an evaluation sooner rather than later.

By Dr. Maryellen Brucato, DPM

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin and Dr. Maryellen Brucato and their staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from places as close as Paramus, Ridgewood, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Hillsdale, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at www.heelpain911.com and www.njfootpain.com.

Dr. Margolin's Making Waves Over the Airways

Dr. Daniel Margolin, a podiatrist located in Oradell, NJ, has been making waves over the airways.  He was recently featured on the radio talk show, the Michael Dresser Show on December 17, 2014.  

Listen to this great clip of the interview with Dr. Dan Margolin, DPM on the release of his new book, Fast Tracking Your Prosperity: 21 Lessons in Professional & Personal Success: 
http://michaeldressershow.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Dan-Margolin-12-17-2014.mp3

View the book on Amazon here!

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin and his staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from places as close as Paramus, Ridgewood, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Hillsdale, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at  www.heelpain911.com  and  www.njfootpain.com.

Dr. Daniel Margolin, DPM on Podiatry Management Online

Dr. Daniel Margolin was in the Podiatry Management News on February 14, 2015 for the release of his new book, Fast Tracking Your Prosperity: 21 Lessons in Professional & Personal Success.  The PM News goes to over 16,917 podiatrist daily.



"The book began as a list of helpful tips intended to help Margolin’s daughter succeed in business and life. The advice grew into 21 crucial principles that empower the reader to help achieve greater success than they have ever imagined.

Margolin is the owner of the New Jersey Foot & Ankle Center in Oradell, New Jersey. He is board certified in podiatric surgery, podiatric orthopedics, and primary podiatric medicine. He has been in practice since 1987 and is also the founder and co-owner of Effective Management, a consulting company specializing in business expansion strategies."

Click here to view Fast Tracking Your Prosperity: 21 Lessons in Professional & Personal Success on Amazon.




New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin and his staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from places as close as Paramus, Ridgewood, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Hillsdale, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at  www.heelpain911.com  and  www.njfootpain.com.

Dr. Dan Margolin releases his new book!

Dr. Dan Margolin is excited to announce the release of his new book: Fast Tracking Your Prosperity: 21 Lessons in Professional & Personal Success, which is now available for purchase through Amazon.

Fast Tracking Your Prosperity began as a list of helpful tips intended to help author Dr. Daniel Margolin's daughter succeed in business and life. It grew into twenty-one crucial principles that will empower you to achieve greater success than you ever imagined. Written in an engaging, personable manner using humor and personal anecdotes, this life-altering book is profoundly enlightening.

This isn't the same old rehashed information regurgitated by a thousand business and self-help gurus. Rather, the insights and practical advice are fresh, new, and timeless. One hundred years from now, the same principles will still apply.

This book is not for people who put stock in the latest fads or try to keep up with the Joneses. This is a book for those who put stock in themselves, who strive to be better than they once were, and who recognize that within change lies opportunity.

It's a jungle out there, with many forces that can bring you down. But in this book, you have a secret weapon that will dramatically switch the odds in your favor- a tool you will refer to again and again as you ascend the ladder to professional and personal success.

Enjoy Dr. Dan's new book and remember, you've got a foot doctor in the family!

Find the book on Amazon here.

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin and his staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from places as close as Paramus, Ridgewood, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Hillsdale, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at www.heelpain911.com and www.njfootpain.com.

Achilles Tendonitis

What is the Achilles Tendon?

The Achilles tendon is the strongest and largest tendon in the body. The tendon attaches to the heel bone (calcaneus) and causes the foot to push off (plantar flex) when the calf muscles tighten. The tendon is necessary for normal walking, running, and jumping. Athletic and traumatic injuries to the Achilles tendon are common and can be disabling.

What is this injury? 

Tendinitis is inflammation of a tendon. Thus, Achilles tendinitis is an inflammation of the Achilles tendon. The inflammation may be localized to the end of the tendon closest to the heel or may spread upward to affect even the muscles of the calf. Swelling often occurs and pain is felt upon contraction of the calf muscles. In severe cases, pain may be felt even at rest. 


Achilles Tendonitis Pain Conservative Treatments

The majority of Achilles tendon injuries are due to overuse injuries.  Other factors that lead to Achilles tendonitis are improper shoe selection, inadequate stretching prior to engaging in athletics, a short Achilles tendon, direct trauma (injury) to the tendon, training errors and heel bone deformity.  There is significant evidence that people with feet that role in excessively (over-pronate) are at greater risk for developing Achilles tendinitis. The increased pronation puts additional stress on the tendon, therefore, placing it at greater risk for injury.  Because the over-pronation puts such a great stress on the Achilles tendon, custom functional orthotics designed to control over-pronation are an important part of the treatment plan for this problem.

Treatment

The latest studies on Achilles tendonitis recommend a treatment plan that incorporates the following four components: 

1. Immobilization and evaluation for possible tear, stress fracture etc (Xray, Diagnostic  Ultrasound or MRI) 
2. Treatment of the inflammation with Nonsteroidals and/or limited cortisone injection therapy.   
3. Strengthening of the muscles that make up the Achilles tendon using eccentric exercise & Night splintage. 
4. Biomechanical custom orthotics and proper shoe gear. 

-Dr. Daniel Margolin, DPM New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin and his staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from places as close as Paramus, Ridgewood, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Hillsdale, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at www.heelpain911.com and www.njfootpain.com.

Dr. Maryellen Brucato in the Record's Town News

Originally released in the Town News on 1/29/15-

Dr. Maryellen Brucato of New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center in Oradell was recently selected to travel to Frisco, Tex., to participate in the interview process for podiatric surgery residents for Atlantic Health System. This centralized interview process is where podiatric medical students from across the country interview for residency positions.

PHOTO COURTESY OF AMANDA PROCACCINO

Dr. Maryellen Brucato will be helping to select podiatry surgery residents for Atlantic Health System.

Dr. Brucato said she was honored to be one of the attending physicians from the Atlantic Health System residency program to help conduct the interviews. She is still very involved with the residency program and is the coordinator for clinical research for the program and continues to make advancements in the field.

She has had multiple publications in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, presented research presentations at the Atlantic Health Research Day and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery’s Annual Conference, and has spoken at universities.

In December, Dr. Brucato was asked to be a guest speaker at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine Department of Surgery’s seminars on the Current Treatments in Foot & Ankle Pathology. She lectured for two segments, first on fifth metatarsal fractures and then on the pathological fractures of the calcaneus due to osteomyelitis.

For more information about Dr. Brucato, visit www.maryellenbrucatodpm.com or www.heelpain911.com.

See the original article here:  http://www.northjersey.com/news/health-news/oradell-podiatrist-on-national-podiatrist-resident-search-1.1260231

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin and Dr. Maryellen Brucato and their staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from places as close as Paramus, Ridgewood, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Hillsdale, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at www.heelpain911.com and www.njfootpain.com.

Heel Pain Conservative Treatments

Heel Pain Conservative Treatments:  Stretching For Heel Pain- Good or Bad?

Although I am a big advocate of aggressive physical therapy, stretching etc.  I am only a big advocate at the appropriate time period.  There is a great deal of information regarding early stretching of the plantar fascia when experiencing heel pain.  For mild cases this definitely seems to have benefit.  For those patients experiencing more severe pain, I believe that a more appropriate treatment course is immobilization for at least 11 days.

Think about this for a second, if you sprained your ankle the treatment would not be to keep spraining your ankle.  It would be some immobilization to allow the ligaments to heal enough that they could withstand the pressure of your body weight.  The plantar fascia is no different.  Small tears in this ligament need time to heal, or a more chronic condition can occur.   Stretching is great if done at the right time in the healing cycle. 

-Dr. Dan Margolin, DPM of New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin and his staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from places as close as Paramus, Ridgewood, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Hillsdale, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at www.heelpain911.com and www.njfootpain.com.

Is my knee pain coming from my feet?

Foot, Knee & Hip Connections:  Knee & Hip Pain Can Be Caused By A Falling Arch!

Many patients with foot pain also relate a history of knee, hip or lower back problems.  The question becomes one of which came first the chicken or the egg.

Approximately thirty percent of upper leg problems can be related to a foot that is no longer absorbing shock adequately.  The shock absorbing function of the foot prevents break down of the ambulatory joints of the lower extremity. 

-Dr. Dan Margolin, DPM of New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin and his staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from places as close as Paramus, Ridgewood, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Hillsdale, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at www.heelpain911.com and www.njfootpain.com.

Super Volunteers for Superbowl Week

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center has been gearing up for the Big Game by putting their nonprofit on the starting line-up.

Dr. Daniel Margolin, DPM, of New Jersey Foot and Ankle Centers in Oradell, is the Director of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, Bergen County Chapter.  The foundation has been a rallying point for volunteers from the podiatry office as they try to eradicate the use of illegal drugs in Bergen County.
This past week the foundation has been on the playing field for two local charity events:  the Super Community Spirit Showcase and the Big Game 5K.

On January 22, the Mahwah Regional Chamber of Commerce hosted the Superbowl-inspired nonprofit showcase of over 100 local charities.  Among the charities was the Foundation for a Drug-Free World Bergen County Chapter displaying the Truth About Drugs public service announcements.  At the event, five professional football players, George Martin, Curtis McGriff, Karl Nelson, Chris Hogan and Kevin Haslam gathered for an opportunity to spread the message of teamwork for nonprofits.

Dr. Dan Margolin with Chris Hogan of the Buffalo Bills

Dr. Dan Margolin and Dr. Maryellen Brucato with George Martin from the NY Giants

Dr. Dan Margolin with Karl Nelson from the NY Giants

Dr. Maryellen Brucato and Dr. Dan Margolin with free agent Kevin Haslam

“With the spotlight on New Jersey, no time in history has the importance of volunteering been so relevant,” said Dr. Dan Margolin.  “It is important that we show the country that the dependency on government is being replaced by community teamwork.  New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center through the Foundation for a Drug-Free World is proud to be among these great individuals.”

On Sunday, January 26 the foundation distributed over 200 Truth About Drugs booklets to attendees of the Big Game 5K at the Westfield Garden State Plaza mall.  The booklets provide factual information on the 11 most commonly abused drugs to educate youth on the harmful effects.

The foundation provides free programs and workshops to schools, after-school programs and parent groups.  Anyone interested can contact Brielle at drugfreeworldnj.Brielle@gmail.com or call New Jersey Foot and Ankle Centers at 201-261-9445 for more information.

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin and his staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from places as close as Paramus, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Ridgewood, Hillsdale, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at www.heelpain911.com and www.njfootpain.com.

Ouch! My heel hurts when I wake up in the morning

Heel Pain

Plantar Fasciitis is the most common condition causing heel pain. This condition occurs when the long fibrous plantar fascia ligament along the bottom of the foot develops tears, resulting in pain and inflammation.  This ligaments main function is to stop your arch from coming down to far, and assist it in coming back up.  If your arch begins to come down to far or "Fall", this ligament will tear.  

Many times pain in the heel is greatest in the morning or after sitting for a while.  When you are off the ligament it begins to heal and when we place pressure on the ligament, it tears. Pain usually decreases as the tissue warms up, but may easily return again after long periods of standing or weight bearing, or physical activity. In most cases, plantar fasciitis does not require surgery to stop pain and reverse damage. 

Conservative treatments are usually all that is required. However, every person's body responds differently and the goal is to prevent arthritis in other joints as well as alleviate the heel and foot pain.  Diabetes is also a factor that can contribute to further heel pain and damage, particularly among the elderly. Another common problem is a change in your walking in order to counteract pain during movement. As a result of these involuntary changes in the foot's mechanics, knee, hip, or back pain can also develop.

-Dr. Dan Margolin, DPM of New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin and his staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from places as close as Paramus, Ridgewood, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Hillsdale, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at www.heelpain911.com and www.njfootpain.com.

Neuroma

Neuroma Pain

Pain in the front of the foot, usually between the second and third toe is often a neuroma;
Probably the most painful of all foot problems are nerve injuries.  Neuromas are essentially compression injuries to the nerve that runs between the 2nd and 3rd digit. 

Diagnosis is made primarily with a history of signs and symptoms including:

1. Numbness between the digits
2. Constantly changing levels of burning pain in the middle of the foot
3. Sharp shooting pains coming from the base of the toes

Neuroma Pain Conservative Treatments:  Arch Supports For Neuroma- Good or Bad?

Because the cause of neuroma is compression and  swelling of the nerve, removing pressure from the area by using an over the counter arch support may be a good starting point.  Should this not alleviate pain radiographic evaluation to rule out a stress fracture etc. should be utilized. 

Cortisone injection therapy may also be used to decrease the swelling in the nerve and allow for improvement of pain.  More customized orthotics are utilized in more severe cases to allow for long term control.  Surgical removal of the nerve is rarely needed, as above conservative therapies are generally very successful. 

-Dr. Daniel Margolin, DPM of New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin and his staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from places as close as Paramus, Ridgewood, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Hillsdale, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at www.heelpain911.com and www.njfootpain.com.

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New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center is located at 550 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ 07649. As a premiere podiatry practice in Bergen County, Dr. Dan Margolin and his staff have treated over 25,000 patients coming from towns as close as Paramus, Ridgewood, Emmerson, Hackensack, River Edge, New Milford, Teaneck, Hillsdale, Westwood, or as far as New York City and South Jersey.  Give us a call at 201-261-9445 if you have any questions or visit us online at www.heelpain911.com.