Clinton Township Newsletter

6 a u g u s t 2 0 2 1 W W W . C L I N T O N T W P N E W S L E T T E R . C O M p l A n tA R FA S C i i t i S By Howard J. Tzorfas D.P.M. What the heck is plantar fasciitis? Well if you ever had severe heel or arch pain from getting up in the morning and it goes away during the day and then comes back again after you've been sitting, then you have plantar fasciitis. Ninety percent of foot problems are inherited – you can be born with a high arch foot or a foot that flattens out too much. It may never bother you until later in life or until you are very active. Because you're not getting proper support in your shoes you can start pulling and stretching a ligament on the bottom of your foot called the plantar fascia. This ligament is very elastic – when you go to bed at night you sleep with your feet going down. This can cause the ligament to contract up so that when you first get up in the morning it's very tight and can cause you severe pain. The problem is that it comes and goes, so most people will ignore it thinking it will go away by itself. Plantar fasciitis can be very painful. Many people try home remedies or suggestions that they pick up off the Internet. Most of these only help a little. If you have severe pain then you need to see a podiatrist, who will recommend x-rays to make sure that there are no other problems going on inside your foot or heel. There are many different treatment options to help alleviate your pain. Ninety-five percent of the time conservative care will get rid of your pain and stop it from coming back. These treatments include cortisone injections, night splints to keep your foot up while you're sleeping, and special straps that can be used during the daytime, as well as over-the-counter arch supports and custom orthotics. Most of the time oral anti-inflammatories are not that effective. In extremely rare cases when treatment is not working, physical therapy can be recommended. Most recent articles have discussed podiatrists treatment options from across the country for patients with plantar fasciitis. The one thing that they all agree upon is that surgery is rarely recommended, and should only be considered when all other treatments have failed and should not be considered for at least six months up to one year from the start of treatment. If you have any foot problems, issues and questions, please contact Howard J. Tzorfas, D.P.M. at 908.236.6999, or visit: www.DrTzorfas.com. Conveniently located in the Hunterdon Hills Plaza, 1386 Hwy 22W, Lebanon. DR. HOWARD J. TZORFAS Podiatrist/Foot Specialist Board Cer tified in Podiatric Medicine & Surgery www.DrTzorfas.com OVER 31 YEARS IN PRACTICE Specializing in treatment for: • Ingrown & Fungus Nails • Plantar Warts/Children & Adults • Custom Orthotics • Corns/Calluses • Heel Pain/Arch Pain/Plantar Fasciitis • Foot Pain/Ankle Pain/Other Sport Injuries: Bunions/Hammertoes • Diabetic Care/Diabetic Shoes – covered by Medicare • DIGITAL X-RAYS AND VASCULAR TESTING ON-SITE • Evening appointments available! • Medicare and most insurances accepted Call 908.236.6999 Today and Have Relief Tomorrow! Located at the HUNTERDON HILLS PLAZA 1386 Hwy 22 W, Lebanon Also Located at Mack Chiropractic in Little Bears Plaza, 269 Rt.31 South, Suite #5, Washington NJ 07882 908.835.1730 In Practice Since 1990! You're in good hands with Dr.Tzorfas! t e W k S b u R y H i S t O R i C A l S O C i e t y S p O n S O R S S e l F - G u i d e d t e W k S b u R y A u t O t O u R The Tewksbury Historical Society sponsors a self- guided Tewksbury Auto Tour on Sunday, August 1 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, rain or shine. Tour Booklets, at $10 each while supplies last, lead the way on Tewksbury's country roads, through its historic villages and hamlets, along rolling hills and farmlands and past unique sites. Antique car enthusiasts can step back in time by driving their cars and let Tewksbury's special attributes come to life! Tour Booklets can be reserved in advance, no refunds, or purchased the day of the Tour. All Booklets will be picked up at Society Headquarters on the day of the Tour beginning at 10:30 am, 60 Water Street, Lebanon (Mountainville), 08833. The Tour starts at THS Headquarters and lasts about two hours, depending on stops taken along the way. Those wishing to spend the day in Tewksbury may consider lunch at the Oldwick Market or the Tewksbury Inn. Advance booklets can be reserved on-line through PayPal at www.TewksburyHistory.net. Also available on Sunday, August 1 will be the book Oldtime Days in Mounatainvile and Surrounding Areas by Robert P. Stevenson and Meta Potter at a cost of $30. This book is a much-loved treasure of information that has been out of print for twenty years. Due to the generosity of the Potter family, the Tewksbury Historical Society was given permission to reprint the book exactly as the original book appeared. This is an exciting opportunity for area residents to learn about Tewksbury's special hamlets! "To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow." ~ Audrey Hepburn

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