Despite the numerous conservative non-surgical options that are available for treating hammertoe, a toe deformity that causes the toes to bend, sometimes surgery is necessary for correcting severe cases. A skilled podiatrist like Dr. Russell Samofal of Podiatry Center of New Jersey specializes in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery and has the expertise to treat […]
Category: Foot & Ankle Surgery
Types of Bunion Surgery
Bunions are one of the most prevalent foot conditions podiatrists see. Bunions are enlarged toe joints (typically the big toe) that develop over time, and can form due to a number of reasons such as flat feet, arthritis, genetics, or continued pressure from ill-fitting shoes. Although prevention and early intervention are ideal, many people do […]