- Arthritis
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pediatric CareWe treat patients of all ages from pediatrics to geriatrics, and our goal is to provide you with the most comfortable office experience possible. Our friendly staff strives to ensure a pleasant office visit, and Dr. Kassan provides each of his patients with the information they need to make good choices about their foot and ankle care.
- Primary Care
- Orthopedics
- Ankle SurgeryPhiladelphia, PA podiatrist, Dr. Lawrence Kassan has received conventional medical training plus special training on the foot, ankle, and lower leg. We have received the highest quality of training in foot and ankle surgery through our hospital residencies, and we are experts in delivering care for complex foot disorders suffered by diabetic patients as well as common foot pain problems including
- Bunion SurgeryBunion surgery, or bunionectomy, realigns the bone, ligaments, tendons and nerves so your big toe can be brought back to its correct position and the bump on the inside of the joint removed. Many bunion surgeries are performed on a same-day basis (no hospital stays) using a local anesthesia. During your recovery it is common to have pain and swelling. This swelling and stiffness may be persistent for several months.
- Joint ReplacementTrouble walking Hallux Rigidus can be treated with non-surgical methods, such as anti-inflammatory medications, corticosteroid injections, physical therapy, special orthotics, and more. In severe cases, surgical procedures such as shaving bone spurs, joint fusion, or joint replacement may be required.
- BunionsMost bunions can be treated conservatively with wider & softer shoes, pads to relieve the pressure and/or medications. If this does not help then surgical treatment is indicated.
- Ingrown ToenailsIngrown toenails often are the result of trimming your toenails too short, particularly on the sides of your big toes.
- CornsWhether you are a professional athlete or play sports just for fun, the demands made on your feet and lower limbs can lead to a range of injuries, including blisters, sprained ankles, torn ligaments, shin splints (leg pain), knee pain, low back pain and other joint or muscle problems. Added to these are common complaints such as corns, calluses and Athlete’s foot. Your running style, poor footwear and even minor limb length differences can also contribute to sports injury.
- UlcerThe shape of your foot molds the cast. It lets your ulcer heal by distributing weight and relieving pressure. If you have Charcot foot, the cast controls your foot’s movement and supports its contours if you don’t put any weight on it. To use a total contact cast, you need good blood flow in your foot. The cast is changed every week or two until your foot heals. A custom-walking boot is another way to treat your Charcot foot. It supports the foot until all the swelling goes down, which can take as long as a year. You should keep from putting your weight on the Charcot foot. Surgery is considered if your deformity is too severe for a brace or shoe.
- CallusesCalluses have painful nerves and bursal sacs (fluid-filled balloons that act as shock absorbers) beneath them, causing symptoms ranging from sharp, shooting pain to dull, aching soreness.
- FungusDiscolored toenails? You could have a fungal infection. If left untreated your nail fungus can lead to serious problems.
- Burns
- Sports MedicineVisiting a podiatrist like Dr. Lawrence Kassan should be your fist step towards getting back on your feet after a sports injury. Dr. Kassan can not only help treat your current foot or ankle pain, but provide you with helpful tips to prevent future sports injuries.
- Physical Therapy
- Heel Pain
- Back Pain
- Geriatrics
- Orthotics and Prosthetic Therapy
- General PodiatryDr. Kassan received his training from the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine after attending Syracuse University. Following this, he attended the Foot and Ankle Institute and Delaware Valley Medical Center.
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Ankle SprainDr. Kassan is a leader in the diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle injuries and conditions. Guided by years of training, expertise, and the best technology has to offer, Dr. Kassan looks forward to making a difference in your lower extremity health.
- Bunions ProblemsBunions are one of the most common foot disorders treated by Podiatrists. In fact, bunions are one of the most common disorders treated by most podiatrists across the country. More than half the women in America have bunions, a common deformity often blamed on wearing tight, narrow shoes. Bunions cause the base of your big toe (Metatarsophalangeal Joint) to enlarge and protrude. The skin over it may be red and tender. This can be acquired through time or it can be congenital (you got it from your family).
- Calluses
- Diabetic Foot CareAccording to the American Diabetes Association, about 15.7 million people (5.9 percent of the United States population) have diabetes. Nervous system damage (also called neuropathy) affects about 60 to 70 percent of people with diabetes and is a major complication that may cause diabetics to lose feeling in their feet or hands.
- Flat FeetThis foot condition can be caused by a number of different factors, although the exact cause is not always known. The condition can develop from foot defects such as fallen arches or pronation, foot anatomy issues, injuries, and activities that cause stress on the big toe.
- Fungus ToenailsMany people don’t realize they have a fungal nail problem. Moreover, many people that do never seek treatment. Still, fungal toenail infections are a common foot health problem.
- HammertoesCauses of hammertoe include improperly fitting shoes and muscle imbalance. Treatment for the condition typically involves shoes with soft, roomy toe boxes and toe exercises to stretch and strengthen the muscles. Commercially available straps, cushions or non-medicated corn pads may also relieve symptoms.
- Heel SpursPlantar fasciitis is caused by inflammation of the connective tissue that stretches from the base of the toes, across the arch of the foot, to the point at which it inserts into the heel bone. Also called “heel spur syndrome,” the condition can usually be successfully treated with conservative measures such as use of anti-inflammatory medications and ice packs, stretching exercises, orthotic devices, and physical therapy.
- Heel Pain
- Foot Pain
- Ingrown ToenailsAntibiotics are sometimes prescribed if an infection is present. Part of your ingrown toenail (partial nail plate avulsion) may need to be surgically removed if an acute infection occurs. The procedure involves injecting the toe with an anesthetic and cutting out the ingrown part of the toenail.
- Foot Orthotics
- Plantar FasciitisHeel pain is one of the leading causes that patients visit a Podiatrist. Plantar fasciitis (or heel pain) is commonly traced to an inflammation on the bottom of the foot. A Podiatrist can evaluate your arch pain, and may prescribe customized shoe inserts called orthotics to help alleviate the pain you are experiencing.
- Podiatric Deformities
- Podiatric Disorder Treatment
- Podiatric Orthopedics
- Podiatric Paralytic Treatment
- Podiatric Sports Therapy
- Podiatric Surgery