Foot Care Specialists
David R. Cioffi D.P.M. specializes
in general foot care and treats foot and ankle problems associated with diabetes, ingrown toenails, fungal conditions, warts, and calluses. Caring for podiatry patients since 1989, our local private practice provides same-day appointments to existing patients if it is available.
Call 717-892-7214 for more information. New patients are welcome!
Ankle and Foot Conditions We Treat
Ankle sprains
result from
unnatural twisting or force on the ankle bones of the foot, often causing one or more ligaments on the outside of the ankle to be stretched or torn. Without proper treatment, sprained ankles can become long-term problems.
Bunions, misaligned big toe joints, become swollen and tender, causing the
Flat feet are quite common. Beginning in infancy or during the toddler years, the patient's longitudinal arch is underdeveloped. Flat feet are the norm. The arch develops in childhood. By the time they're adults, most people will develop normal arches.
Hammertoe is a deformity of the second, third, or fourth toe. The toe(s) bends at the middle joint, resembling a hammer. Left untreated, hammertoes can become inflexible and require surgery.
If you're a diabetic, be alert for any wounds to your feet. Diabetes decreases blood flow, so injuries are slow to heal. Even a small blister resulting from wearing shoes that are too tight can lead to serious damage.
Heel spurs, plantar fasciitis, or heel pain can be traced to an inflammation on the bottom of the foot. After a thorough evaluation of your arch pain, custom shoe inserts (orthoses) may be prescribed to alleviate your discomfort and pain.
Corns and calluses are protective layers of compacted, dead skin cells caused by repeated friction of the skin rubbing against the bony areas. It can also be due to an irregularity in footwear. Corns typically form on the
Athlete's foot is a chronic infection caused by many varieties of fungus. Athlete's foot is often spread in places where people go barefoot (public showers, locker rooms, and swimming pools).
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