Allentown Family Foot Care

We're Available, Don't Miss an Appointment! Now serving patients who reside in the Allentown East, Bethlehem West areas of the Lehigh Valley! 2100 Hanover Ave. Evening, Same-day & walk-in appts. available!... Convenient Comprehensive Service & Care Friendly & Knowledgable Staff Trained, Board Certified Physicians AFFC has 3 Convenient Lehigh Valley locations to best serve you and your family! View our Office Hours and Request Appointments online at www.AFFC.com or call us directly at 610-434-7000 today!

Thanks to Gene Leitgeb, our lots are clear and we have room for more snow if it comes.

FOOT PAIN STOPS HERE Visit our Allentown East / Bethlehem West Office Location at 2100 Hanover Ave. Allentown, PA 18109... New office renovations and expanded office hours have allowed us to provide walk-in appointments for our established patients, Fridays, 8:00am - 12:00pm! Call TEAM AFFC today or request your next appointment online! We will determine the extent of your injury and develop a plan of care to get you back on your feet!

Diabetics especially those with neuropathy and circulation problems Should avoid the cold temperatures. Also vascular problems, Raynauds Syndrome, or any lack of circulation can result in frostbite in this type of weather. Ulceration and even limb loss is possible. Avoid Temperature extremes, protect your feet and stay inside.

Allentown Family Foot Care will be closed today. We want to keep our patients and staff safe. We do have Our team on the phone to assist with rescheduling appointments. Diabetics and people with vascular Problems should stay indoors and avoid temperature extremes.

FOOT PAIN STOPS HERE Poor blood circulation can make your feet less likely to fight off infections and to heal. Delayed wound healing and infection... Decreased blood flow and tissue death Pain or cramping while walking Rest pain Dr. Ashely Quinlan helps explain why early detection of abnormal flow within an artery or blood vessel is important to us. Call today or request your next appointment online! The AFFC TEAM will determine the extent of your injury and develop a plan of care to get you back on your feet!

Meet Austin Bilous the newest member of Team AFFC. Austin is working primarily with our administrative staff while he pursues his Psychology degree at Temple University with online courses. Make sure you say Hello the next time you are in.

From our family to yours, TEAM AFFC wishes you a safe and healthy Thanksgiving! We are truly grateful for all the support from our patients, for the family we love, the friends we cherish, and for the blessings that will come!

Keep Your Feet Warm and Cozy All Winter Long Learn how TEAM AFFC can help if you think you are experiencing any symptoms of Peripheral Neuropathy, especially in our diabetic patients! FOOT PAIN STOPS HERE ... Most Americans will have walked 75,000 miles by the time they turn 50 (APMA's 2010 foot health survey)! Call today or request your next appointment online! The AFFC TEAM will determine the extent of your injury and develop a plan of care to get you back on your feet!

How to Prevent the Recurrence of Nail Fungus Following Treatment Many people are familiar with nail fungus treatment including oral Lamisil, topical anti-fungal treatments and laser treatment for nails, but once you are treated and your nails have improved, how do you keep from having a recurrent fungal nail infection? Nail fungus is a ubiquitous infection among the general population, especially as we age. The fungal spores thrive in damp, dark places like between your toes... and in your shoes. To avoid the fungal spores from taking residence on your skin and finding their way into your nails again, follow these steps to reduce the chance for reinfection: 1) Change sweaty/wet socks as soon as possible The damp conditions from sweaty skin and socks is a breeding ground for fungus. 2) Let shoes completely dry before wearing. Avoid wearing the same pair of shoes every day. Give shoes at least 24 hours to air out and dry before wearing. The drier the conditions inside your shoes, the less likely that fungus will grow. Alternate shoes every other day to allow them enough time to dry before re-use. 3) Treat the skin. If there is any sign of a fungal infection on the skin, treat it! Signs of a fungal skin infection , commonly known as Athlete’s Foot, are wetness between the toes, scaling skin along the outer soles of the feet and heels, itching, burning between the toes and the soles of the feet. By reducing the fungal count on the skin this lessens the chance that the fungus will end up in the nails. 4) Dry well between your toes to reduce moisture after bathing. This will make your skin and shoes less habitable for the fungal spores. Also sprinkling an antifungal foot powder between your toes before applying socks or stockings will help to keep the space between the toes dry. 5) Treat your shoes. The shoes can be treated with antifungal foot powder or UV appliances designed to be placed into your shoes to reduce the fungal count. If you notice any signs of a fungal infection on the skin or re-infection of the nails, call the AFFC TEAM right away, as a more superficial infection is usually easier to treat than a deeper nail infection." - Ann C. Anderson, DPM Call today or request your next appointment online! The AFFC TEAM will determine the extent of your injury and develop a plan of care to get you back on your feet! www.affc.com 610-434-7000

For many diabetes patients, not wearing therapeutic footwear isn't worth the risk! 60%-70% of diabetes patients have mild to severe forms of nervous system damage of which can cause impaired sensation or pain in the feet! If you think you've injured your foot or ankle call today or request your next appointment online! www.affc.com 610-434-7000... The AFFC TEAM will determine the extent of your injury and develop a plan of care to get you back on your feet!

Maximize the benefits of exercise this weekend! Cardiovascular Health Mental Health Overall Health Disease Prevention... Management of Diseases (Diabetes and Obesity) DID YOU KNOW? Every minute of walking adds two minutes to your life It is never too early or late to make exercise a healthy habit in your life for you and your family Studies show that older people who continue to have active lifestyles, experience less health problems as they age. According to the U.S. Health and Human Service, physical inactivity contributes to 300,000 preventable deaths each year in the Unites States. If you think you've injured your foot or ankle call today or request your next appointment online! www.affc.com 610-434-7000 The AFFC TEAM will determine the extent of your injury and develop a plan of care to get you back on your feet!

Honoring the American Worker. Happy Labor Day!

As a Physician Assistant student at Drexel University and a leader on the AFFC team, we are proud to announce that Kayla will be starting her clinical rotations this September! "I cannot say enough how much working at AFFC prepared me for PA school, as it gave me the foundations for strong patient communication, growing medical knowledge, and various clinical skills." Kayla's rotations include traveling to various states, such as New Jersey, North Carolina, Virginia and Penns...ylvania! Best of luck, Kayla! If you think you've injured your foot or ankle call today or request your next appointment online! www.affc.com 610-434-7000 The AFFC TEAM will determine the extent of your injury and develop a plan of care to get you back on your feet!

Plantar Warts Spreads easily Usually self-treatable Usually self-diagnosable Lab tests or imaging rarely required... Medium-term: resolves within months A message from Dr. Anderson on Plantar Warts! "Warts are small growths on the skin that are caused by a viral infection, the human papillomavirus. The HPV virus can infect the areas of the foot on the sole or toes and cause plantar warts. Sometimes warts can be painful or embarrassing based upon their size and location. They are difficult to treat because it is a viral infection that lives within the layers of the skin. There are many treatments for warts ranging from at home treatment with duct tape to medical treatments with liquid nitrogen. Warts can also be surgically removed if they are persistent, painful and not responding to topical treatments. Laser wart removal is an effective treatment for persistent warts as the laser is used to destroy the wart and prevent the return of new warts. If you have persistent plantar warts it is recommended that you give AFFC a call to discuss treatment options that are right for you! If you think you've injured your foot or ankle call today or request your next appointment online! www.affc.com 610-434-7000 The AFFC TEAM will determine the extent of your injury and develop a plan of care to get you back on your feet!

What are your plans for this weekend? Hiking , biking , time with family , or a day at the beach ? Remember to keep your feet safe! Sometimes, it can be hard to tell if you injured your foot or if you're simply sore. Here are a few key differences between an injury and sore feet.... If you've hurt your foot or ankle, it's best to err on the side of caution. The acronym R.I.C.E. can help you remember what to do: RestRest the affected area. Stay off the injured foot or ankle until it can be fully evaluated. Walking, running, or playing sports on an injured foot or ankle may make the injury worse. IceApply ice to the affected area as soon as possible, and reapply it for 1520 minutes every three or four hours for the first 48 hours after injury. Ice can decrease inflammation. CompressionWrap an elastic bandage (such as an Ace wrap) around the affected foot or ankle. The wrapping should be snug, but not so tight as to cut off circulation. ElevationElevate the affected extremity on a couple of pillows; ideally, your foot or ankle should be higher than your heart. Keeping your foot or ankle elevated also decreases swelling. If you think you've injured your foot or ankle call today or request your next appointment online! www.affc.com 610-434-7000 The AFFC TEAM will determine the extent of your injury and develop a plan of care to get you back on your feet!

Prevent Foot & Ankle Running Injuries! Both long-distance runners and casual joggers can improve their performance by keeping their feet in top condition and taking steps to control foot problems common in runners, according to the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. For runners, the feet and ankles are vulnerable to injury. Be on the alert for signs of foot problems that can slow you down if not treated promptly.... For more Foot Health Facts visit: http://affc.com/foot-health-facts/ Click or call today to schedule your next appointment or to learn more! www.affc.com 610-434-7000

Foot Health Facts! Protect your feet from the sun! Many people don’t think about their feet when applying sunscreen, but the skin on your feet is highly susceptible to melanoma and other forms of skin cancer. Keep your feet safe from the sun and follow these tips from the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.... http://affc.com//uplo/2020/07/ACFAS-ProtectYourFeetSun.pdf For more Foot Health Facts visit: http://affc.com/foot-health-facts/ Click or call today to schedule your next appointment or to learn more! www.affc.com 610-434-7000

WELCOME, DR. JUSTIN GUILIANA! We hope you had a great first day Dr. Guiliana's passion for Podiatry developed as an athlete, as he quickly recognized how often foot and ankle injuries occur. After obtaining his BS at Ramapo College of NJ, he completed his Podiatric training at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. ... Dr. Guiliana then completed his surgical residency at St. Luke’s University Health Network, where he served as chief resident. When not treating his patients, Dr. Guiliana enjoys watching his NY sport teams, boating, fishing, and spending time with his wife and puppy. GO GIANTS!

Happy 4th of July!

Welcome to the Green Phase! As the Lehigh Valley reopens, our team at Allentown Family Foot Care will continue practicing our latest Check in Protocols to ensure the protection and safety of our patients and staff, as an additional step to help slow the spread of COVID-19. For more information, please visit our website!... Click or call today to schedule your next exam or to learn more! www.affc.com 610-434-7000