Clinton Township Newsletter

9 m a 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! 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 is caused by fungi that get into the nail beds and multiply, leading to an infection. Several types of fungus can cause Onychomycosis, also known as tinea unguium, including dermatophytes and Fusarium. 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. Then, he 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. d O n ' t m i s s t h e C l i n t O n s u n r i s e r O t a r y m e m O r i a l F i s h i n g d e r B y O n m a y 7 ! Spring is here which means it's time for the Clinton Sunrise Rotary Annual Pete Pender Memorial Fishing Derby! Come on out and enjoy the fresh air, warmer weather and a fun time spent with family and friends. This event is a long standing community tradition. It will be held on Saturday May 7, rain or shine. DeMott Pond is stocked with fish for this FREE family event, and bait, bobbers and hooks will be supplied—just bring your own pole. The event is open to youth ages 4-16 years old. Winning Fish prizes will be awarded in various categories and every participant will receive a raffle ticket for door prize drawings during the event. Registration is FREE and is available on our website at: www.ClintonSunriseRotary.org. On-site registration will be available from 8:00 am-9:00 am. Fishing is 9:00 am to 12 noon. DeMott Pond is located on Route 173 in Clinton. For more information visit: www.ClintonSunriseRotary.org or contact Rotary at 908.279.0112.

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