Bunions are one of the most common foot problems that exist today. Sometimes bunions can go untreated but they can also be very painful. Dr. Steven Landman, DPM and his associates at the Family Foot Care Group of Manhattan, NYC would like to help you feel better as soon as possible. They are highly trained doctors who specialize in bunions and a number of different procedures that are effective and safe.
A bunion is a structural problem that is commonly associated with the joint on your big toe. It results when the bone or tissue surrounding the joint of the big toe becomes inflamed. Bunions are generally caused by mechanical problems with the foot. Flat feet, abnormal bone structure and neurological conditions can cause bunions. Some of the symptoms related to the formation of a bunion include sore feet, redness, irritated skin and bruising. There are many treatment options available and you should consult with your doctor on which of them is best for you.
Some of the treatment procedures available for bunions include:
- Shaving done the bone
- Realignment
- Straightening the big toe
- Realigning the cartilage in the big toe
- Addressing arthritic changes associated with the great toe joint
- Correcting bowing of the big toe
- Shortening the big toe
- And more
Dr. Landman and his associates at the Family Foot Care Group have helped a countless number of people recover from injury and disease. Dr. Landman is a graduate of the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and has completed a full surgical partnership with Dr. Louis Shure. Dr. Landman is also board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. He believes that education is one of the most important aspects of a person's career and for that reason has trained over 50 young podiatrists at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine during the last 25 years. He requires all of his staff to be both friendly and polite. Everyone at the Family Foot Care Group can answer all of your questions and concerns.
If you are looking for a bunion doctor and are located in Manhattan, NYC, then call Dr. Landman for help. He, along with a highly trained team of professionals will give you the quality care you deserve. Call today to schedule your first appointment.
Family Foot Care Group D.P.M.
1588 Third Avenue
New York, NY 10128
Tel: (888) 296-5008
Fax: 1-212-348-1736
Family Foot Care Group D.P.M.
This office serves patients in the following areas:
Bowery, Chelsea, Chinatown, Clinton, East Harlem, East Village, Fort George, Garment District, Greenwich Village, Hamilton Heights, Harlem, Hell's Kitchen, Inwood, Kips Bay, Lenox Hill, Lincoln Square, Lower Eastside, Meat Packing District, Midtown, Midtown South, Morningside Heights, Murray Hill, Noho, Soho, Southern Tip, Tribeca, Turtle Bay, Upper Eastside, Upper Westside, Wall Street, Washington Heights, West Village, Yorkville, New York, New York City, NYC 10019