Experienced and Compassionate Physicians of the Foot and Ankle in Manalapan, NJ

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The Right Step In Footcare For You!

From your first call to schedule an appointment, you will notice the personal approach we bring to patient care. Our friendly staff will do their best to accommodate your scheduling needs and answer your questions and concerns.
 
Most importantly, you can be assured that the trust you have placed in us is never taken for granted. Office hours are by appointment; and for your convenience, we participate in most insurance plans.
 
The doctors at Marlboro Podiatry Center have been trusted with our Community's foot and ankle needs for many years. Our office provides a comprehensive selection of services, including injury treatment, surgery and routine footcare. Because our doctors are diabetic specialists, we perform expert and caring diabetic wound care. We treat patients of all ages and continue to welcome new patients, so let our friendly and caring staff provide you with the care that you deserve. A lot has changed, but our caring and commitment to you, our patients, has not.

Foot Notes From Our Doctors

  • Laser Therapy

    Understanding Laser Therapy for Pain Management

    Class IV laser therapy is used for the relief of pain, to accelerate healing and decrease inflammation. When light source is placed against the skin, photons penetrate several centimeters down and are absorbed by the mitochondria (the energy producing part of a cell).


    This energy results in the restoration of normal cell function. The main goal of laser therapy is to stimulate the cell to perform its natural functions, but at an enhanced rate.


    Laser Therapy for Onychomycosis (Toenail Fungus)

    Fungal nail affects nearly 10% of the US population.


    While many find the condition to be, simply, an eye sore, fungal nail can also lead to a larger problems including infection of other toenails, infecting friends and family, increase pain, ingrown toenails.


    Individuals with diabetes are also more susceptible to fungal nail given their compromised immune systems.


    Laser therapy offers an effective, safe option for treating fungal toenail without the side effects of many oral medications.


    To view videos of our laser therapy, click here.

  • Tendinitis

    Tendinitis is the inflammation of a tendon. Tendons are thick cords of tissue that connect muscles to bone. Achilles tendinitis, or an inflammation of the Achilles tendon, is one of the most common causes of foot or ankle pain. Other types of foot/ankle tendinitis include posterior tibial tendinitis and peroneal tendinitis.



    Tendinitis can result from an injury or over-use. Improper stretching prior to exertion or incorrect form during physical activity can also contribute to the development of tendinitis.  There is also a relationship between obesity and acchilles tendinopathy.  Some people, including those with “flat feet,” tight tendons or arthritis, are particularly prone to tendinitis.  Pain is the most prominent symptom of tendinitis.  The involved tendon may swell.



    Rest and ice might ease the pain of tendinitis while at home. If the pain doesn't go away with ice and rest, or if the pain persists beyond a week, it's time to make an appointment with our office.  Treatment will usually focus on relieving the pain and preventing further injury. 



    We will  also discuss your chances of re-developing tendinitis.  It is possible that custom orthotics may be necessary to help control the motion of your feet and /or certain stretches or exercises to increase the tendon's elasticity and strengthen the muscles attached to the tendon may be suggested.  Gradually increasing your activity level with an appropriate training schedule—can also help prevent tendinitis recurrence. 

  • Heel Fissures and Cracked Heels

    One of my favorite parts about the fall and winter months is being able to wear thick, fuzzy socks and relax in front of my fireplace (and probably watch a football game or two!). While most of us spend the chillier months covering our feet with socks and boots, this does not mean that we should neglect our feet. Conditions such as dry, cracked heels and fissuring can be more common in colder, dryer environments which can occur both indoors and outdoors.


    Symptoms of dry skin can include red or flaky patches, peeling skin, or itchiness. Cracked heels can become a burden when they start to form deeper cuts called fissures, which can cause pain or even bleeding. Deep fissures, much like an open wound, allow easy access for fungi and bacterial infections to enter your foot. People with Diabetes have an increased risk of deterioration of these fissures into wounds and developing infections. The consequences of this can extend far beyond the winter months.


    What can you do to prevent dry skin? The most important treatment is moisturize! Applying a moisturizer to your feet after you bathe is the best way to keep dry skin at bay. In the winter months, oil-based ointments are a good option for moisturizer as they have a thicker consistency and can provide more hydration than standard lotions. Ask any of us at the office and we can give you our best recommendation for your skin. It is also important to make sure that you are not taking long, hot showers or baths, as this can exacerbate dry skin.


    How are heel fissures treated? Sometimes, heel fissures that are painful and bleeding need to be cleaned up and cauterized by a podiatrist. This allows the fissure to heal faster so that you can get back on your feet. This, in addition to regular moisturizing, is the best treatment. We might even recommend a moisturizing sock to help lotion hydrate your skin more effectively.


    If you are suffering from dry skin or heel fissures, do not hesitate to see me, Dr. Allie Cohen, or Dr. Marc Cohen in the office. Our office staff will work with you to schedule an appointment that fits in your busy holiday routine. From all of us here at Marlboro Podiatry Center, we hope you have a wonderful holiday season!


    -Dr. Kate Florio

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Contact our office at (732) 780-8787 located at 223 Taylor Mills Road, Manalapan for an appointment.
We participate in most plans offered by all major insurance companies. We now also participate in the Aetna network as well. Just contact us if you wish to confirm your individual plan.
Contact our foot doctor in Manalapan, New Jersey, for customized care and friendly service.

Our newly remodeled and expanded office is now open!! It’s the same location but the entrance to waiting room is now the door closest to the Parking Lot!

Serving: Freehold Township, Manalapan, Marlboro, Colts Neck, Holmdel and surrounding areas