Clinton Township Newsletter

9 j a n u a r y 2 0 2 2 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! W I N T E R M A I N T E N A N C E T I P S F O R Y O U R H O M E by Anne Thornton, President, MSI Plumbing & Remodeling The temperatures are falling, but before winter's chill descends there are a lot of things to do inside and outside your home to get it ready for winter. Here are a few things to do to get you started. • Remove screens from windows and install storm windows (helps reduce the cost to heat your home and prevents window sills from rotting) and downspouts (helps keep ice dams from forming). • Insulate pipes in your home's crawl spaces and attic (keeps pipes from freezing; the more insulation, the better!). • Store firewood at least 30 feet away from your home (reduces chance of fire and termites). • Familiarize responsible family members with the gas main valve and other appliance valves (if you are not sure, have a plumber come out to teach you). • Clean the clothes dryer exhaust duct, damper and space under the dryer (lint build up causes fires!). • Check the attic for adequate ventilation (check exterior wall to be sure ceiling insulation is not blocking outside air from soffit vents). • Clean the kitchen exhaust hood and air filter (keeping the hood clean of cooking grease helps keep a stovetop fire from spreading). • Check the water hoses on the clothes washer, refrigerator icemaker and dishwasher for cracks and bubbles (replace any hoses that show signs of leaking). • Test all ground-fault-circuit-interrupter (GFCI) outlets (these should be tripped and reset once a month; if they do not trip or reset, have the outlet changed by a qualified electrician). For more information about home maintenance, installing water- efficient appliances, remodeling and improving your home, please visit us at our office, give us a call or visit us online. MSI Plumbing & Remodeling, 908.735.4438. www.MSIPlumbingAndRemodeling.com. y o u n g w o M e n A n D f u n g u S t o e n A i L S By Howard J. Tzorfas D.P.M. Fungus toenails are a very common toenail infection. It can cause the toenails to become thick, yellow, discolored and many times become painful. It can occur in almost any age group but effects mostly older adults because of their poor circulation and poor immune system. It also is caused by trauma to the nail which could easily be from constant bumping and banging. Another possible cause might be from constantly being in closed shoes with excess of moisture and perspiration. For many years fungus toenails in young women including teenage girls was a very rare occurrence. There has now been a ten-fold increase in the amount of young women getting fungus in their toenails. One of the possible causes is from overuse of nail polish during the winter months. In the winter women tend to wear closed shoes, socks and/or stockings. This can cause excessive perspiration and moisture which is a breeding ground for fungus toenails. In addition continuous use of nail polish does not allow the nail to breath. Once the fungus gets into one toenail it can spread to all the toenails and can even go to fingernails. There are numerous treatments for fungus toenails including topicals, and orals medications as well as laser treatment. Treatment for this infection can take months and even up to years to get a complete clearing. It is recommended to check your toenails every couple weeks. Take the polish off your toenails and check to see if you have any yellowish or discoloration. If you do, contact your local podiatrist so he can make a full evaluation and do a fungal culture so they can get you on the proper treatment for this problem. 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.

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