Clinton Township Newsletter

5 j a n u a r y 2 0 2 6 DR. HOWARD J. TZORFAS Podiatrist/Foot Specialist Board Cer tified in Podiatric Medicine & Surgery www.DrTzorfas.com OVER 31 YEARS IN PRACTICE Specializing in: • 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! g e t r i d o F H e e l pa i n n ow By Howard J. Tzorfas D.P.M. You've been dealing with heel pain for a long time. You may have already tried common home remedies—stretching, rolling your foot on a frozen water bottle, or using over-the-counter arch supports like Dr. Scholl's. While these methods can offer mild, temporary relief, they often aren't enough to solve the problem. It's time to stop "Google- treating" your pain and get lasting, effective care. Most heel pain is caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia—a thick, elastic ligament on the bottom of your foot. This ligament attaches to your heel and can become irritated from constant pulling and stress. When you sleep, your feet naturally point downward, causing the ligament to tighten. That's why your first steps in the morning, or steps after sitting, can be so painful. As you walk during the day, the ligament gradually stretches, which may bring short-term relief, but the underlying problem remains. Because you're on your feet constantly, the condition rarely resolves on its own. So, how do you get real relief? Stop trying to manage this on your own or relying on providers who don't specialize in foot conditions. It's time to see a podiatrist. A podiatrist will perform a thorough evaluation, determine the severity of your condition, and recommend the most effective treatment plan to get you out of pain as quickly as possible. Depending on how long you've had symptoms and how severe your discomfort is, you may benefit from a cortisone injection. While the idea may seem intimidating, these injections are highly effective in reducing inflammation and pain. Your podiatrist may also recommend supportive treatments such as high-quality over-the-counter arch supports, braces, or straps—options that often provide significant relief within just a couple of weeks. There are also long-term solutions to help prevent your pain from returning. One of the most effective is custom orthotics. These are specially made to improve the way your foot functions, reduce strain on the plantar fascia, and stop plantar fasciitis from coming back. 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. Located in the Hunterdon Hills Plaza, 1386 Hwy 22W, Lebanon. "Ring out the old, ring in the new, Ring, happy bells, across the snow: The year is going, let him go; Ring out the false, ring in the true." ~ Alfred Lord Tennyson

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