2013 September Newsletter

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Our Office
310 Central Avenue
Suite 301, East Orange,
NJ 07018
(973) 673-FOOT(3668)
Office hours:
Mon: 8:30am - 11:30am
1:00pm - 6:30pm
Tue: 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Wed: 8:00am - 3:00pm
Thu: 8:00am - 11:30am
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Fri: 8:30am - 11:30am
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sat: 8:00am - 11:30am
Did You Know?
I have been practicing in East Orange for 31 years, 13 years in the Essex Valley Medical
Arts building and now for just over 5 years in our current suite on the 3rd floor. The practice
has grown thanks to our loyal patients and dedicated staff. I am glad to have had the help of
longtime assistants Ilda (18 years) and Shamane (10 years). Dr. Sam is helping us move
into advanced foot and ankle care, and he has been with me over 2 years. My old partner
Dr. Tanenbaum continues to do well and has been enjoying retirement in Fort Myers, Florida
for 15 years.
We have started a survey program on our website so that we can serve you better. My front
desk staff can give you the information to go online and offer your suggestions, comments,
or complaints (I hope there are not too many of these though). This is designed to meet our
patient’s needs as we try to continue to offer exceptional customer service.
I would not be the doctor I am today without the help and support of my beautiful and
talented wife Louise. My daughter Melissa is now a doctor of physical therapy in Ocean
Grove. Michael is a mechanic working for now at STS automotive in East Hanover. Brian is
finishing his externship for the Starr Academy Culinary Program and will be a chef when he
graduates in November. Brandon is starting his 2nd year at the University of Miami in a
program to be a Medical Researcher in Immunology or Genetics.
Louise’s sons Jeff and Brian now have given us 3 beautiful grandchildren, Clara, Connor,
and Liam.
We are truly blessed and thankful. I wish you all well and look forward to continue to help
you and your family to walk in comfort.
Dr. Bruce Theall
History FootNote
Keep on Your Toes by Treating Your Bunions
What do Victoria Beckham, Oprah Winfrey and
Gwenneth Paltrow have in common? They all
suffer from bunions.
Rich Karlis, who retired in
1990, was the last full-time
barefoot placekicker in the
NFL. While playing for
the Denver Broncos, he set
a then-Super Bowl record
of a 47-yard field goal in
1987’s Super Bowl XXI,
although the New York
Giants went on to win the
game.
A bunion is a bony growth that forms on the joint at
the base of your big toe. It occurs when the big
toe pushes against the next toe, which then
pushes and crowds the others. Bunions grow as
this misalignment continues over time. Sometimes
a callus will form on the bunion as well.
Bunion Symptoms and Causes
Think you have a bunion? Check for one or more of these signs:
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A visible lump on the outside of the base of your big toe
Redness and swelling
Pain or soreness in the big toe that doesn’t go away
Restricted movement of the big toe
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Celebrity Foot
Focus
Keep on Your Toes by....
The most common cause of bunions is trendy shoes that crowd your toes, such as high
heels or shoes that are too tight. You might also thank your family, because bunions may be
inherited. They can also form as the result of a foot injury. Some medical conditions like
arthritis may cause bunion formation.
Don’t Self-Diagnose – Make an Appointment with Us
It’s smart to check in with us if you suspect that you have a bunion. We will examine your
foot and take x-rays to determine the extent of damage.
Bunions don’t go away on their own, but there are some conservative treatments we can
take to relieve your pain before considering surgery:
Who’s got the biggest
feet in the world?
Brahim Takioullah of
Morocco wears size 23
shoes, and, at 8’1” tall,
his feet measure 1 foot 3
inches and 1 foot 2.76
inches long. Imagine
paying for his custommade shoes!
Joke of the
month
Why isn’t your
nose 12 inches
long?
Because then it would be a
foot!
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Going forward with surgery will be assessed on an individual basis. We’ll examine the
cause of your bunion and how far it’s progressed. Surgery will be considered only in severe
cases where your bunion causes you continuing pain and interferes with your daily life.
Not only will we evaluate and treat your condition, we will also coach you on the proper shoe
wear to lessen your symptoms and avoid bunion growth.
We can help! Contact our office for an appointment to evaluate your foot pain.
Ditch Those Heels!
How to Choose Bunion-Friendly Footwear
When purchasing shoes, follow these Do's and Don'ts:
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Trivia
What is the average
amount of sweat your feet
will release in a day?
A. 1 cup
B. 1 gallon
C. 1 teaspoon
D. 1/4 cup
Answer: A. 1 cup
Switching to comfortable shoes with low heels and lots of toe room
Using a heating pad or ice pack to reduce pain and swelling
Taking over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen, acetaminophen or naproxen
Using custom-made orthotics, or shoe inserts, to redistribute pressure and prevent the
bunion from getting worse
Administering a cortisone injection
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Buy well-fitting shoes with a wide
and deep toe box – there should
be space between your longest
toe and the tip of the shoe
Invest in your feet – purchase
well-made, sturdy shoes
Have a professional measure
both feet each time you shop
Try on shoes at the end of the
day when your feet are largest
Look for shoes deep enough to
accommodate your orthotics
DON’T buy:
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Shoes with a pointed tip that crowd your toes
Shoes that squeeze any part of your foot
High-heeled shoes with heels taller than 2 inches – these shift body weight forward
and put excessive pressure on your toes and the ball of your foot
Peep-toe heels and flats that crunch toes together
Flat ballet-type shoes if you have low arches – you need more arch support
Visit our office for an accurate foot measurement and more information on bunion-friendly
footwear. You can also check out the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
website for shoe brands and styles that have met their seal of approval.
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Recipe of the Month
Grilled Chicken Breasts With Spicy Peach Glaze
Find Us...
Here's a healthy alternative to fried chicken. You'll love the spicy glaze!
Ingredients
Spicy Peach Glaze:
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2 cups peach preserves or jam
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 small jalapeno, finely chopped
Salt and freshly ground pepper
8 Frenched chicken breasts (or use split chicken breasts)
4 ripe peaches, cut in half and pitted
Directions
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Combine Spicy Peach Glaze ingredients in a medium bowl and season with salt and
pepper to taste. Reserve 1/2 cup.
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Preheat grill. Brush the chicken with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Place skin-side down and cook for 6 to 7 minutes, until golden brown. Turn over and
continue cooking for 5 to 6 minutes. Brush both sides with the peach glaze and
continue cooking an additional 4 to 5 minutes.
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Place peach halves, cut side down on the grill and grill for 2 minutes. Turn over and
brush with the reserved 1/2 cup of peach glaze, grill for 3 to 4 more minutes until
peaches are soft.
Per Serving: Calories: 415 ;Total Fat: 7 grams; Saturated Fat: 1 gram; Protein: 28 grams;
Total carbohydrates: 61 grams; Sugar: 55 grams; Fiber: 1 gram; Cholesterol: 68 milligrams;
Sodium: 255 milligrams
G.T.F.C. OFFICE NEWS
We proudly announce that Dr. Adegboyega has officially been certified in foot surgery by the
American Board of Podiatric Surgery.
BioFreeze products provide
temporary relief from minor
aches and pains of sore
muscles and joints associated
with simple backache,
arthritis, bruises, strains and
sprains.
PRICE: Reg $15
ON SALE: for a limited time
only $13
Congratulations to the winner of our health fair gift basket raffle, Ms.
Winnie B. Thank You so much for participating. We hope you will enjoy
some of the great podiatry treats we’ve included.
Please join us at the annual East Orange General
Hospital Fall Health Fair- Medical Arts Building
Parking Lot -- Place: 310 Central Avenue East
Orange NJ 07018 Date: Saturday October 12,
2013 Time: 10:00am-2:00pm
We also would like to give a warm welcome to our newest employee,
Chante’ O’Neal, Medical Assistant. Please give her a warm welcome.
Each year, The Foundation for East Orange General Hospital hosts two
Signature Events providing substantial funding for patient programs and
services. Dr. Theall attended the “Golf Classic” on August 26 at the
Maplewood Country Club with Dr. Valentine Burroughs, MD, MBA (Chief
Medical Officer at East Orange General Hospital).
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No one should have to walk
around with foot pain.
Take advantage of our
Orthotic Promotion! NEW
OR OLD!
$50 off any out of pocket
costs for new orthotics. $20
off the cost to refurbish or
replace
Pre-fab orthotics that you
may have gotten from our
office."
MANY INSURANCES ACCEPTED
● Medicare with Medicaid (HMO or
straight Medicaid)
● Medicare Blue
● Horizon BC/BS – Referral needed for
HMO
● AmeriChoice
● Care Credit
● Cigna HMO
● Cigna PPO
● Empire BC/BS
● GHI
● Great West
● Horizon Mercy/Horizon NJ Health
● Local Union 1199J
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MagnaCare
Mail Handlers
Oxford
Qualcare
St. Barnabas Health Plan
United Healthcare
CareCredit is here to make it easier to help you
manage your family’s out-of-pocket healthcare
expenses.
-Simple and easy, from the minute you apply!
-Apply in person, right in our office!
-No interest if paid in full within 6 or 12
months payment options.
GO TO OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE FOOT HEALTH INFORMATION AND
INSURANCES WE ACCEPT AT drtheall.com
310 Central Avenue
Suite 301, East Orange,
NJ 07018
(973) 673-FOOT(3668)
Both our Doctors
are Board Certified
Patient Referral Appreciation
There is no greater compliment you can pay us than to entrust us
with the referral of a friend or a family member. We truly appreciate when you refer friends or family to us. As our way of saying
Bruce Theall, D.P.M.
Samuel Adegboyega, D.P.M.
thanks, you will receive a $10 gift card.