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New York Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon
The foot and ankle is often a part of the body that people take for granted. Feet and ankles are in fact very complex. The foot and ankle contains many different bones and joints with many muscles, tendon and ligament attachments. These bones and joints provide stability and mobility so people can walk on various surfaces. The foot and ankle adapts immediately to ensure that people are able to navigate without stumbling or falling. If you are in need of foot ankle surgery in NY, contact the office of Dr. David S. Levine today. We are now available for Telemedicine visits . Please contact our office to schedule an appointment.
It is necessary for the foot and ankle complex to be so adaptive because it goes through a workout each and every day. Failure to adapt to different situations properly can lead to falls or make it too difficult to accomplish one’s activities.
A Day in the Life of Feet and Ankles
People spend a lot of time on their feet each day. Adults in the US take an average of 5,117 steps per day. While that is the average, many Americans strive to reach the 10,000 step goals put forth by their fitness tracking devices.
Each time you take a step, your foot and ankle works to reduce the impact of your heel strike. Think of your feet and ankles as built in shock absorbers. They are so effective, that some people even walk and run without wearing shoes. Your feet and ankles are constantly working to help maintain balance and provide comfort for your everyday activities.
However, just like the shock absorbers in your vehicle, your feet and ankles can wear down over time. When that happens, it is recommended to visit an orthopedic surgeon such as, Dr. David Levine, a New York orthopedic foot and ankle specialist. Dr. Levine will put his extensive experience as a foot and ankle orthopedist to work. He can help you get back on your feet again, so you will not have to miss out on anything that life has to offer.
Injuries
Because the foot and ankle complex plays such a critical role in movement, it is prone to injuries. In fact, around 75 percent of people in the United States will experience some sort of foot or ankle issue in their lifetime. Around 1 million people will suffer an ankle injury each year.
Repetitive stress to the foot and ankle can lead to injury. It is estimated that 30 to 70 percent of all runners end up with some form of a receptive stress injury. Another common problem is spraining your ankle. Out of the million ankle injuries each year, 85 percent of them are sprains. While anyone can sprain their ankle, athletes make up the largest percentage of this group.
People also suffer from:
- Achilles conditions
- Foot and Ankle Fractures
- Ankle Instability
- Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
- Flat feet
- Metatarsalgia
- Morton's neuroma
- Hammer toes
Some of the conditions are hereditary, while others are caused by outside factors. Regardless of the cause, a New York orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon can help.
Seeing a Surgeon
Foot and ankle pain is not normal. If you experience pain, contact a New York orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon immediately. The surgeon will assess your injury and determine the treatment you need. Treatments range from physical therapy, injections, shoe wear modifications or medications all the way to foot and ankle reconstructive surgery.
Take care of your ankle and foot pain and start living free of pain. Contact Dr. David Levine today to discuss NY foot ankle surgery and other possible options.
