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Kaplan Podiatry Dr. Warren E. Kaplan D.P.M. & Dr. Adam H. Kaplan D.P.M. Welcome to Kaplan Podiatry! Dr. Kaplan & Dr. Kaplan have been servicing the community of Fanwood, Scotch Plains, Westfield, Plainfield, Garwood, Mountainside, Watchung and more for over 40 years combined. Click here for our address and a map of our location. Below we have outlined several common conditions that we treat. Please use the links on our website to learn more about other conditions that we treat as well as how to get in touch with us with any questions you may have. We look forward to helping you resolve your issues. Diabetic Foot Care Regular diabetic foot care can minimize the risk of dangerous injuries and help those that already exist. Diabetes often leads to loss of feeling in your feet, known as diabetic neuropathy, which can often result in wounds, ulcers and even infections. Let us help you monitor your condition and manage the effects diabetes has on your life. Plantar Fasciitis One of the most common causes of heel pain is plantar fasciitis. This condition can impact your everyday life, starting with those first steps out of bed in the morning. Our skilled physicians can help you alleviate this pain using a multitude of conservative therapies. Custom Ankle/Foot Orthotics Not only do custom orthotics alleviate pain from common ailments such as flat feet, they can help resolve conditions including plantar fasciitis, tendonitis, foot ulcers and sports related injuries. Richie Brace If you suffer from PTTD (posterior tibial tendon dysfunction), a Riche brace can help alleviate your pain and help to avoid surgery. Balance Brace If you have trouble walking and require the aid of a cane or walker, try a custom balance brace to help prevent falls. Drop Foot Drop foot is a gait abnormality that may cause you to trip over your toes. Our ankle foot orthotics can help you walk with confidence. Ingrown Toenails This occurs when a corner or side of a toenail grows into the flesh and can be characterized by pain, redness, and swelling. If left untreated it may cause infection. Broken bones/fractures Broken bones can occur in your toes, heels, and ankles. The foot is made up of 26 bones and stress fractures and injuries to the bones are common.\ Sprains and Strains A sprain is a stretch and/or tear of a ligament. A ligament is the fibrous band of connective tissue that joins the ends two bones together. Ligaments stabilize and support the body's joints. A strain is an injury of a muscle or tendon. Tendons are fibrous cords of tissue that attach muscles to bone. Achilles Pain If you are experiencing painful swelling in the back of your foot just above the heel, you may be suffering from achilles tendonitis. Achilles tendonitis is best treated early in the development of the condition Arthritis/Osteoarthritis Arthritis simply means joint inflammation, as one ages, osteoarthritis may occur from wear and tear of the joints over time. Heel Spur A heel spur is a calcium deposit that causes a bony protrusion under the heel bone. It is often associated with plantar fasciitis. This can be caused by achilles tendonitis or plantar fasciitis. Tendonitis Tendonitis is overuse and inflammation of the tendon which may be caused by overuse of the area, an increase in the level of exercise, an age factor, or anatomical alignment. Swollen Legs/Edema If you have swollen legs it may be a result of Edema, a condition where excess fluid is trapped in your body's tissues. Neuromas A neuroma is a thickening of nerve tissue that can develop in various parts of the body creating nerve damage. Symptoms may include tingling, burning, numbness, pain, and a feeling that something is inside the ball of the foot.