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.

Laughter is the best medicine

At New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center, our doctors advise that laughter is the best medicine!  See what happens when one of our favorite patients Beary goes in for a laser toenail fungus treatment...

Through associations with other medical specialists NJ Foot and Ankle has 

been able to keep its patients abreast of  new treatments for the care of not only foot but knee and back problems. We are always searching for cutting edge technologies to meet and exceed patient expectations. 

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.

Steve Weatherford kicks it at NJ Foot and Ankle Center

Released October 23, 2014

"Steve Weatherford kicks it at NJ Foot and Ankle Center" claims the Town News.

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, 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 atwww.heelpain911.com and www.njfootpain.com.

The Season of Giving

Released December 3, 2013

Dr. Daniel Margolin (left) and Dr. Maryellen Brucato (middle) with Giants Football Player (former)
Stephen Baker the Touchdown Maker

It’s the beginning of the holiday season and Oradell podiatrist, Dr. Daniel Margolin wanted to celebrate the start of the Season of Giving by giving his patients a personal meet and greet with Stephen Baker the Touchdown Maker from the 1991 Giants Superbowl Championship team.

On Sunday, December 1, Giants fans lined up to meet Stephen Baker at New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center in Oradell.  To get fans ready for the evening’s game, Stryker Orthopaedics provided a complete tailgate lunch for all attendees.  Hackensack UMC Fitness & Wellness Powered by the Giants gave each guest a free two week membership to the facility that is under construction in Maywood.

“The holidays are supposed to be about the joy of giving, so it was a pleasure to be able to bring together patients, friends and family to thank them on Thanksgiving weekend,” said Dr. Margolin.

Margolin has a history of giving back to the community through his Shoes for the Needy and Food for the Needy programs, recently featured on NBC News Channel 4 with Pat Battle.  He is also the local sponsor for the Foundation for a Drug-Free World Bergen County Chapter where his volunteers go into local schools and provide free workshops and assemblies.

Additionally, New Jersey Foot and Ankle Centers will be collecting children’s toys from now until December 19 for CASA for Children of Bergen County.  All donations can be dropped off at 550 Kinderkamack Road, Suite 202 in Oradell.

Employees at New Jersey Foot and Ankle Center sponsored children from
CASA for Children of Bergen County for holiday gifts.

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 atwww.heelpain911.com and www.njfootpain.com.