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Corrective Devices for Foot Pain Early treatment will make a difference in your recovery and in the quality of life you can maintain when dealing with heel pain and all forms of foot pain. We recommend multiple treatment scenarios and have a protocol that is specific...
Common Conditions Treated with the K-Laser Achilles Tendonitis Achilles tendonitis happens from tiny tears in a tendon, which cause inflammation and swelling. The pain that results with this condition can go on for many years if left untreated. Tendonitis has a wide...
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Black Toenails Toenail pain is no fun. If you have black toenails, or subungual hematoma, it’s because you have either sustained a direct trauma to your toenail or because of repetitive motion to your toes. For these reasons people who are very physically active can...
What is RICE Therapy? When you injure your feet your first order of business is to decrease your discomfort level. Sprains, strains, and other musculoskeletal injuries are often treated first with RICE therapy, or rest, ice, compression, and elevation. This method can...
Heel Fractures A fracture is the result of a force stronger than the bone causes the bone to break. There are different types of heel fractures, but the result is usually the same: intense pain, swelling, bruising, and a long recovery period. If you or a loved one has...
Treating Heel Pain Using Home Remedies Foot pain is not something you want to deal with on a regular basis. It can be frustrating and prevent you from doing the things you love doing. You need to first figure out the reason for your pain and then decide on a course of...
Wearing Correct Footwear for Heel Pain Heel pain can cause great frustration. It is something that many people suffer with needlessly. From plantar fasciitis to heel spurs, sometimes all you need is to wear better footwear to treat your heel pain. It is important to...
Heel Pain Causes and Treatment Heel pain is one of the most common problems we deal with at our office. And what a problem it is! When you’re experiencing aching or stabbing symptoms in your heel, it’s not just a matter of pain. The symptoms can keep you totally on...
Achilles Tendinitis: Back-of-the-Ankle Pain One of the most common causes of ankle pain is Achilles tendinitis. The Achilles tendon is the largest in your whole body and is used with every step, so it is susceptible to trauma. When the tendon is damaged or stressed,...
Have you considered purchasing Sketchers Shape-Ups? Before you buy, read this transcription of Dr. Wachtel’s interview on “He Said, She Said”! Click here to read entire conversation.
Click here to listen to the interview in an MP3 file format. Dr. Mitchell Wachtel discusses Sketchers Shape-Ups and whether they’re just a fad, or if they are actually good for your foot health! If you have foot problems, please contact us to see how we can be...
Click here to read a transcript where Dr. Wachtel Talks About a New Injectionless Treatment for Ankle Sprains, Achilles Tendonitis, and Other Injuries.
Click here to listen to foot doctor Wachtel talk about ankle sprain treatments and more in Radio file in mp3 format. Ankle Sprains: An ankle sprain happens when the ligaments, which are like bands that connect your bones, get stretched or torn. This often occurs when...
Benefits of Physical Therapy Physical therapy has been proven to work time and time again for injury recovery. It is effective on three levels: treatment, healing, and future prevention of recurrence. Physical therapy can help relieve pain, restore function and...
Dr. Wachtel is both a runner and a volleyball player who has extensive understanding of sports related foot injuries and treatments. Athletic injuries are a common problem in the field of sports medicine. The feet, in particular, are susceptible to many different...
How to Treat Heel Pain After weeks, months, or years of persistent heel pain, you’ve finally decided to visit Dr. Mitchell Wachtel, podiatrist North Andover, and his staff for treatment. What happens next? Once you’ve taken that first step to allow us to help you with...
