- Warts
- Arthritis
- Pediatric CareThe size and shape of your baby's feet change quickly during their first year and the foot's bone structure is well-formed by the time your child reaches age 7 or 8. As children's feet are forming it is important to have them evaluated for any abnormalities such as Pigeon Toe (intoe), Out Toe (child walks like a duck), flatfeet, overlapping toes or obvious skin disorders like warts, rash or deformed nails. If evaluated early, problems are greatly reduced or eliminated.
- Emergency Care
- Diabetic Foot Care
- Diabetes Care
- Orthopedics
- Bunions
- Ingrown Toenails
- Dermatology
- CornsBefore you start a fitness program, you should consult a physician for a complete physical, and a podiatrist for a foot exam. Most people don't realize the tremendous pressure that is put on your feet while exercising or playing sports. Foot problems contribute to pain in knees, hips and lower back. Other conditions that exercise may have on your feet are Athletes Feet - a skin disease caused by fungus; blisters – caused by skin friction and moisture as well as corns and calluses. For fitness success make sure to wear proper athletic shoes as well as a well-cushioned sock for reinforcement. A podiatrist can help you select the right athletic shoe for your type of sport or exercise.
- Calluses
- FungusInspect your feet regularly. Pay attention to changes in color and temperature of your feet. Look for thick or discolored nails (a sign of developing fungus), and check for cracks or cuts in the skin. Peeling or scaling on the soles of feet could indicate athlete's foot. Any growth on the foot is not considered normal.
- Sports Medicine
- Flatfoot Correction
- Orthotics and Prosthetic Therapy
- General PodiatryDr. Richard Steiner is a graduate of the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and has been practicing for over 35 years. He comes from a family of podiatrists that include his father and brother. They practiced together for over 20 years in the Fordham Road section of The Bronx.
- Achilles TendonitisOrthotics are shoe inserts that are intended to correct an abnormal or irregular, walking pattern. Orthotics takes various forms and is constructed of various materials. The purpose is to improve foot function and minimize stress forces that could ultimately cause foot deformity and pain. Almost anyone can achieve some benefit from an orthotic and can be made to fit most types of shoes styles or sneakers. Common reasons why orthotics are prescribed are flat feet or high arch foot, runners injuries, diabetic foot, plantar fascitis, heel spur syndrome, bunions, Achilles tendonitis to name a few. The goals of treatment are to provide the patient with support, stability, cushioning and alignment necessary to keep the feet and lower body comfortable, healthy and pain-free.
- Ankle SprainPodiatrists specialize in diagnosing and treating disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower leg. Podiatrists have expertise in orthopedics, radiography, sports medicine, dermatology, and surgery. Some conditions that podiatrists treat are ankle injuries, bunions, calluses, neuromas, running injuries, and toe deformities. They are often the first health professionals to diagnose vascular problems that have previously gone unrecognized. Podiatrists also contribute significantly to the areas of diabetic foot care, arthritic foot care, and wound healing.
- Arthritic Foot Care
- Bunions ProblemsMost foot surgery can be performed properly and safely in a podiatrist's office and the patient will be in and out on the same day. The correction of bunions and hammertoes, ingrown toenails, removal of warts and soft-tissue benign tumors, and heel spurs comprise the bulk of surgical treatments recommended by podiatrists. Podiatric physicians look upon surgery as a last resort and they generally exhaust all avenues of medical treatment before they recommend surgical intervention. Usually a local anesthetic is used to numb an area of the foot; however, the doctor may prescribe pre-operative medication to help the patient relax. To learn more about the types of foot problems that may result in surgery, refer to our Patient Education link.
- Calluses
- Diabetic Foot Care
- Flat Feet
- Fungus Toenails
- Geriatric Foot Care
- HammertoesWomen more than men are at risk for injuries and ailments as a result of wearing high heels and tight fitting shoes. A study conducted by the American Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Society found that nine out of 10 women wear shoes that are too small for their feet, eight out of 10 women say their shoes are painful, and more than seven out of 10 women have developed a bunion, hammertoe, or other painful foot deformity.
- Heel Spurs
- Foot Pain
- Foot Infections
- Ingrown ToenailsTrim toenails straight across, but not too short. Be careful not to cut nails in corners or on the sides; it can lead to ingrown toenails. Persons with diabetes, poor circulation, or heart problems should not treat their own feet because they are more prone to infection.
- Pediatric Foot Care
- Podiatric Deformities
- Podiatric SurgeryRiverdale Podiatry & Foot Surgery is a provider for Medicare and most major insurance plans both in and out of network. We work on a sliding scale basis for patients who do not have medical coverage. If you have questions regarding which insurance plans we accept, please contact us.