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Hassenfratz Podiatric Medicine
380 Cleveland Drive
Buffalo/Cheektowaga, New York
14215
1026 Union Road
West Seneca, New York
14224
Phone: (716) 836-7156
Fax: (716) 837-4112
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We have assemled some articles that may answer your foot and ankle concerns both before and after you visit us or receive treatment. All articles are available for download as a printable Acrobat document. We have also prepared a glossary of terms used commonly in describing and treating foot and ankle ailments.
Oral Antifungal
Brief: Oral antifungal treatment offers the best curative response to fungus nails. Literature has shown that there is a 50% to 80% cure rate in toenails. The length of treatment spans 3 to 4...
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Status Post Nail Procedure
Brief: If you had the procedure today, expect that you may have bleeding through the bandages. If the bleeding is excessive, start your dressing changes earlier. See below for bandaging...
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Saline Soaks
Brief: 1. Boil 1 pint of water for 10 minutes. 2. Stir in 2 tablespoons of salt. 3. Let cool to lukewarm temperature. 4. Soak 10-15 minutes once a day 5. Re-bandage using "sterile technique"...
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Vinegar Soaks
Brief: 1. Purchase gauze that is individually wrapped and marked sterile as well as Micropore tape. 2. Wash your hands thoroughly. 3. Keep gauze dry. 4. DO NOT touch the side of the gauze...
Download this article (9K)Post Operative InstructionsWhat's it for? Just in case you lose the copy we give you. The information on this form is is critical to your safety and a healthy recovery from surgery. This form also lists tips for self-care and what you should expect during the recovery process. You can also use this sheet to log your progress or record your questions for your post-op visit.Download this form (11K) |
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The list of ailments and treatments covered here is hardly exhaustive. If you have any additional concerns regarding possible foot afflictions read more about common foot problems.
Of course you may contact us if you suspect you have an ailment, require treatment, or would simply like to get more information.
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