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TOPIC: Foot Pain
Do your feet hurt? If so, you are not alone. About three out of four Americans
will suffer some kind of foot ailment in their lifetimes. While foot pain is
prevalent, it is not normal. Find out what you can do to prevent and treat
common foot problems. Learn how to fit shoes properly. And we'll also take a
look at orthodics.
GUESTS:
Art Smuckler
Certified
Pedorthist and owner of General Orthopedic, a private pedorthic practice in
Colonie as well as the Famous Shoe Store in downtown Albany, specializing in
men's and women's orthopedic and fine shoes.
Richard E. Jones,
DPM.
Dr. Jones is a podiatrist with practices in Saratoga Springs
and Warrrensburg.
The American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine - ACFAOM's
purpose is to support scientific study and research to enhance the field of foot
orthopedics and related matters in podiatric medicine.
Go to their website for more
info
American Association of Hospital and Healthcare Podiatrists -
supports, promotes, and provides educational programs in hospitals, health
institutions and organizations as it pertains to foot health and podiatric
medicine.
Go to their website for more info
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