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Phone: (732) 370-1100

Address: 4527 Us Highway 9, Howell, NJ 07731

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DR Affan Akhtar

General Practitioners

Warts
Arthritis
Plantar Fasciitis
Tenex Health's minimally invasive technology offers an effective way to treat Achilles tendinitis and plantar fasciitis. This advanced system of care facilitates the breakup and removal of damaged, abnormal tissue to alleviate the chronic pain as well as dysfunction associated with these conditions.
Cryotherapy
As far as treating plantar warts is concerned, the ultimate goal is to completely eradicate the wart so that it will not recur. Depending on the response to treatment, the successful elimination of a plantar wart may involve topical applications of medications, cryotherapy, immune therapy, surgical procedures, or laser surgery.
Diabetic Foot Care
Even though there’s no cure as yet for diabetes, the condition can be managed. At the office of Family Foot Health Center, we provide the diabetic foot care you need to protect your health.

Endocrinologist

Diabetes Care

X-Rays

Wound Care
We specialize in the medical and surgical treatment of a wide range of ankle and foot disorders. From the treatment of foot conditions such as plantar warts, flat feet, heel pain, plantar fasciitis, and high arches to wound care, the treatment of traumatic injuries and performing surgical procedures, we provide patients of all ages with comprehensive, state-of-the-art care.
Ankle Surgery
While we do our utmost to treat foot and ankle problems with conservative, non-surgical approaches to care, there are times when surgery is indicated. If your foot or ankle issue requires a surgical solution, you can rely on our office for the best options in care.
Bunions
Foot mechanics that put too much pressure on the big toe joint may be the reason behind the development of bunions. Factors such as gait, inherited foot type, wearing ill-fitting or poorly designed footwear, as well as having an occupation that puts a lot of stress on the feet can increase the risk that a bunion will form. Individuals affected by injuries to foot alignment, neuromuscular disorders, congenital deformities, or joint conditions are also more likely to develop bunions.
Gangrene
In addition to symptoms such as pain with walking, poor circulation can result in foot wounds that are slow to heal, one foot being much colder than the other, and an increased risk of developing gangrene. In severe cases, foot or leg amputation may be needed.
Ingrown Toenails
The good news is that fixing most ingrown toenails and relieving the associated symptoms can be accomplished with a minor in-office procedure. The extent of the procedure depends upon the severity of the case, whether or not your ingrown toenail is a chronic problem, and if there are other contributing medical factors.

Plastic Surgeons

Hammertoe Surgery
As experts in foot anatomy, health, and function, we use the most advanced surgical techniques to achieve outstanding results of care. The success rate of hammertoe surgery is quite high, while the risk of complications is low. While hammertoe surgery is often performed as an outpatient procedure, we customize treatment and the delivery of care to address the unique requirements of each patient.

Dermatology
Corns
Hammertoes can cause discomfort while walking and even when you simply try to move or stretch your toes. You may also develop corns or calluses on the top of the toe, and the ball of the foot and have difficulty fitting into your shoes. While in its early stages of development, the involved joint still feels flexible, if left untreated, your hammertoe will become more rigid and less responsive to conservative modes of care.
Ulcer
Approximately 15% of diabetics develop an open sore or wound known as a foot ulcer. Commonly located on the bottom of the feet, ulcers are not only slow to heal, but without prompt treatment can lead to a severe infection, hospitalization, and even amputation. The numbers speak for themselves. Six percent of diabetics with a foot ulcer end up hospitalized due to an infection or other ulcer-related complication. In addition to elevated glucose levels affecting the body’s ability to combat an infection, diabetes-related circulatory issues further compromise healing.
Calluses
Don’t be tempted to perform a “bathroom surgery.” Let our podiatrist evaluate and treat your corns, calluses, and any other unusual bumps or lesions.
Fungus
Fungal nail infections are very common in adults and account for nearly half of all nail disorders. Technically known as onychomycosis, fungal nail infections can affect both your fingernails and toenails, but are most frequently seen in the toes. While the infection is a slow-growing one, a nail fungus can eventually cause the overlying nail to discolor, thicken, change texture, become increasingly brittle, break and even detach from the nail bed.
Lesions
Plantar warts can appear flat rather than raised because they are covered by the top layer of tough skin on the sole of your foot. However, they can also have a rough, grainy surface texture and can occur singly, or in clusters. The little black dots that are seen near the center of the wart represent the blood supply to the wart. While plantar warts exhibit certain distinguishing features, they sometimes resemble other skin conditions and lesions of the foot.
Psoriasis
It is always a good idea to make an appointment with our podiatrist when suffering a problematic foot condition. Often athlete’s foot can be diagnosed by simply examining the area. However, not all itchy and scaly feet necessarily mean athlete’s foot is present. Additional tests are sometimes required as there can be other conditions such as dermatitis, psoriasis, or a low-grade skin infection that produce similar symptoms.
Burns

Physical Therapists

Sports Medicine
As participation in sports by individuals of all ages increases, so does the frequency of foot injuries and associated conditions. According to statistics, approximately 25% of sports injuries are foot or ankle related. In addition to overuse and repetitive stress injuries, one-time traumatic injuries stemming from sports, recreational, and fitness activities are also on the rise.
Physical Therapy
The usual range of conservative care through surgical procedures applies in the approach to neuroma care. Appropriate shoe selection and modifications is a good start in trying to relieve pressure and allow additional room for the foot during walking. Various forms of physical therapy and localized injections of anti-inflammatory medication can frequently be helpful in the treatment of this annoying problem. Surgical procedures armed at identifying and removing the involved section of irritated nerve can provide a more permanent resolution in many cases. A discussion of possible recurrence rates, disability involvement, and procedural expectations should take place between the patient and foot specialist prior to surgery.
Flatfoot Correction
Heel Pain
Orthotics and Prosthetic Therapy

General Podiatry
Laser procedures represent a major advancement in modern medical technology, with many exciting applications within the field of podiatry. Lasers have been proven effective in treating a wide spectrum of foot health issues, such as corns, warts, soft tissue inflammation, vascular lesions and nail fungus. The laser itself is a highly versatile device that provides a faster, safer, and more precise alternative to many conventional methods of care. With laser procedures, the risk of infection is reduced, and faster healing is promoted. Moreover, a laser procedure treats only the targeted area and does not affect nearby healthy tissue. Since oral medications are not typically required for treatment of a condition when a laser procedure is the method of care, the potential side effects of these drugs are eliminated.
Achilles Tendonitis
Ankle Sprain
In our office, we provide skilled, experienced foot care to help protect against sports-related trauma and offer treatment to support foot function to improve an athlete's comfort level, performance, and endurance. We're well equipped to treat a range of foot and ankle injuries as well as disorders, helping athletes to recover and return to the game.
Bunions Problems
Common pediatric foot conditions include a wide range of foot injuries as well as everything from athlete’s foot, fungal nail infections, plantar warts, blisters, ingrown toenails, bunions, or bunionettes to corns and calluses, overlapping toes, foot odor, sweaty feet and more. Likewise, the significant heel pain of Sever’s disease, the pain, and stiffness associated with tarsal coalitions along with traumatic growth plate injuries can also affect a child’s foot health, function, and development.
Calluses
Diabetic Foot Care
In addition to the provision of acute care, we work hand in hand with a diabetic patient to develop a comprehensive and proactive diabetic foot care plan. We provide patients with the education and resources they require to maintain foot health and wellness. From helping patients develop a daily foot care regimen to nutritional guidance, comprehensive preventive care, and emergency treatment for wounds and injuries, patients can depend on our office for outstanding care!
Flat Feet
Hammertoes
One of the most common toe deformities seen by our office is a hammertoe. Most often attributed to wearing ill-fitting, tight footwear or high-heeled shoes that squish the toes into a bent position, a hammertoe can also be influenced by genetic factors, the result of a bunion, or caused by arthritis in the toe joint.
Heel Spurs
Many common foot complaints like heel pain, arch pain, and ball of foot pain can be attributed to faulty foot mechanics. What this means is that even a tiny flaw in the complex arrangement of 26 bones, 33 joints, and intricate framework of muscles, tendons, and ligaments that make up each of the feet can cause issues such as gait abnormalities, foot instability, and areas of atypical or excessive pressure. Over time this can lead to foot pain and dysfunction including problems such as plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, Achilles tendon problems and flat feet. Faulty foot mechanics can also lead to uncomfortable symptoms in other parts of the body including the knees, hips and back.
Heel Pain
Foot Pain
Foot Infections
Occasionally even the smallest blister, sore, or cut on the foot can worsen and pose more severe consequences to foot health and overall well-being. This scenario is especially common in people with diabetes for whom foot infections and their complications are the leading cause of hospitalization. In fact, according to statistics, more than 60% of non-traumatic lower limb amputations occur in people with diabetes.
Ingrown Toenails
An ingrown toenail occurs when the edge of the toenail grows into and penetrates the underlying skin at the end of or side of the toe. While an ingrown toenail may not initially cause symptoms as it continues digging into the skin, it can produce increasing irritation, inflammation, redness and pain. An ingrown toenail can become so uncomfortable that wearing any shoes, other than ones with a wide, open toe may be impossible. With an ingrown toenail, extra skin, as well as other tissue, can begin to grow around the impinging portion of the nail. Furthermore, once the ingrown toenail penetrates the skin, an infection may develop with pus and worsening symptoms.
Foot Injuries
Toenail Problems
Dr. Richard Lesser is a podiatrist treating patients in the area of Howell, NJ since 1981. He is board certified by ACFAS. Dr. Lesser is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association, the New Jersey Podiatric Medical Society, the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine, the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons,& the American Academy of Dermatology. He is affiliated with Jersey Shore University Medical center, Monmouth Medical-Southern Campus & Ocean Medical Center. Dr. Lesser studied podiatry at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. He completed his Residency in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery at Broad Street Hospital & Medical Center. Patients entrust their foot care to Dr. Lesser because of his success in treating heel pain, pediatric foot deformation, foot and ankle injuries, toenail problems, diabetic foot issues, and many other conditions.
Foot Orthotics
If you experience heel pain when you first get out of bed in the morning, after sitting for a while or following prolonged activity, your discomfort may be a sign of plantar fasciopathy. Contact our office for an evaluation and care. Both early diagnosis and intervention help to prevent further damage to foot health and function. For many people, conservative therapy alone may offer relief. Initial recommendations such as rest, modified activity, ice massage, oral analgesics, supportive shoes, and stretching techniques can help alleviate your discomfort. Along with these modes of treatment, our office may also prescribe physical therapy, foot orthotics, night splinting, casting, or corticosteroid injections.
Pediatric Foot Care
Much like every other aspect of growth, a pair of small feet becoming larger and stronger is a wonder to behold. During the first year of life, a baby’s feet grow to 50% of their adult size and reach the 90% mark by twelve years of age.
Plantar Fasciitis
The plantar fascia is a band of connective tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot from your heel to the base of your toes. Overuse or prolonged wear and tear on the heel can strain this band causing damage, inflammation, and pain. Pain under the heel is most frequently associated with a condition known as plantar fasciitis.
Podiatric Deformities
Our podiatrist will develop an appropriate plan to treat your hammertoe. When designing an approach to care, we’ll consider the severity of your toe deformity, level of toe flexibility, existing medical conditions, along with any other factors that may influence treatment. In the case of mild deformities or for individuals with complex medical histories, conservative treatment may be recommended. A non-surgical plan may include strategically placed foot padding, wearing shoes with a roomy toe box, custom orthotics, splinting, or taking anti-inflammatory medication as needed to reduce pain and inflammation. However, severe toe deformities and joint rigidity warrant surgery. And, a combination of procedures may be recommended when a hammertoe is accompanied by other foot deformities.
Podiatric Surgery
Dr. Richard Lesser is a podiatrist treating patients in the area of Howell, NJ since 1981. He is certified in foot surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. He is affiliated with Jersey Shore University Medical center, Monmouth Medical-Southern Campus & Ocean Medical Center. Patients entrust their foot care to Dr. Lesser because of his success in treating plantar fasciitis, pediatric foot deformation, foot and ankle injuries, toenail problems, diabetic foot issues, and many other conditions. Read More

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