woman who needs flat foot treatment in NYC
24Dec, 2015

What To Know When Considering Your Flat Foot Treatment Options

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While babies naturally have flat feet, feet normally develop arches during childhood. If you make it all the way to adulthood with flat feet, or if you suffer from fallen arches later in life, it can cause problems. Just what is flat foot and what can you do about it? In this blog, NY orthopedic foot and ankle specialist, Dr. Stuart Katchis, will address what causes flat foot, what kind of issues it may create, and the most common flat foot treatment options.   What is flat foot? Flat foot […]
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An overview of treatment for tarsal coalition
27Jul, 2015

Identifying the Best Treatment for Tarsal Coalition

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While we often take them for granted unless they’re in pain, our feet are as complex and delicate as our hands. Like our hands, they are made up of a multitude of bones, muscles and connective tissues, all of which have varying degrees of motion. When that motion becomes limited, pain and stiffness can occur.  There are many possible causes for foot pain, from plantar fasciitis to fractures, foot neuromas and bone spurs. One such cause is a tarsal coalition.   Dr. Stuart Katchis, NY-based orthopedic surgeon specializing in the foot […]
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there are several possible answers to what causes flat foot
29Jun, 2015

A Simple Overview of What Causes Flat Foot

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Flat foot is exactly what it sounds like—your foot has no arch and is flat on the bottom. When you stand, the entire sole of your foot makes contact with the floor. Flat feet are common and have a variety of causes, and while many people have no problems, others may experience a range of symptoms that can cause real issues.   What are the signs and symptoms of flat foot? Problems and symptoms associated with flat feet can include: Foot pain in your arch, heel, along the outside of […]
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