Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Trusted Podiatry Care in Livingston, NJ
Founded in 1982 by Drs. Charles Kurtzer and Michael Eglow, the FOOT group has provided comprehensive podiatric care in Livingston, NJ for over four decades. Our practice combines advanced medical technology with personalized treatment plans to address foot and ankle conditions across all age groups. We specialize in diabetic foot care, sports injuries, and minimally invasive treatments like EPAT therapy, serving as a trusted resource for both routine and complex foot health needs.Our team of board-certified podiatrists brings extensive surgical expertise and a commitment to continuing education, ensuring patients receive evidence-based care aligned with the latest industry advancements. Through community engagement and patient education, we prioritize long-term foot health outcomes while maintaining a patient-centric approach to every consultation.
Services
Foot and Ankle Care
Custom Orthotics
Diabetic Foot Care
EPAT Therapy
Diagnostic Ultrasound
Heel Pain Treatment
Wound Care
Sports Injury Management
Bunion Treatment
Ingrown Toenail Care
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- Board-certified podiatrists with 40+ years of combined experience
- Offering FDA-approved EPAT therapy for chronic heel pain
- Custom orthotics and diabetic shoe program for specialized needs
- Comprehensive care from pediatric to geriatric foot conditions
- Minimally invasive surgical options with rapid recovery protocols
Services
Custom Foot Orthotics
Prescription foot orthoses correct abnormal foot mechanics through customized in-shoe bracing. These devices redistribute pressure, support arches, and improve lower extremity alignment. Patients receive biomechanical assessments followed by plaster mold creation for precise fabrication. Both accommodative (cushioning) and functional (corrective) options address conditions ranging from diabetic ulcers to sports-related tendonitis.
EPAT Therapy
Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Technology delivers acoustic waves to stimulate healing in chronic foot conditions. This non-invasive treatment improves blood flow for plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, and non-union fractures. Sessions last 5-10 minutes with 80%+ success rates reported after three weekly treatments, offering surgical alternatives without downtime or scarring.
Diabetic Foot Care
Specialized care program prevents and treats diabetes-related foot complications. Includes vascular assessments, wound debridement, and infection management. Medicare-certified shoe program provides protective footwear with custom inserts. Regular check-ups monitor neuropathy progression and implement limb-salvage strategies to prevent amputations through early intervention protocols.
Diagnostic Ultrasound
High-frequency sound wave technology visualizes soft tissue structures in real-time. Used to diagnose tendon tears, ligament damage, and inflammatory conditions like plantar fasciitis. This radiation-free method guides injection placements and assesses joint abnormalities, providing immediate results during office visits without requiring external imaging centers.
Heel Pain Treatment
Multimodal approach addresses heel spurs and plantar fasciitis through stretching programs, night splints, and cortisone injections. Advanced options include MLS laser therapy and stem cell injections to accelerate healing. Biomechanical evaluations identify contributing factors like improper gait patterns, enabling targeted interventions to prevent recurrence.
People
Charles M. Kurtzer, DPM
Founding Partner
Board-certified podiatric surgeon with 40+ years experience. Specializes in diabetic foot management and disaster preparedness. Former faculty at Seton Hall University. Graduated from California College of Podiatric Medicine in 1982.
Michael E. Eglow, DPM
Founding Partner
Podiatric surgery specialist since 1982. Former Chief of Podiatric Section at St. Barnabas Medical Center. Expert in diabetic wound care and sports injury management. Completed residency at West Essex General Hospital. Lectures on foot care advancements.
Questions
What foot conditions do you treat?
We treat all foot and ankle conditions including plantar fasciitis, bunions, hammertoes, ingrown toenails, diabetic foot ulcers, and sports injuries using both conservative and surgical approaches.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept Medicare and most major insurance plans. Our office staff can verify your coverage details and explain any out-of-pocket costs for specialized treatments.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Request appointments through our website portal or by calling (973) 992-0002 during regular business hours for in-office or virtual consultations.
What is EPAT therapy?
EPAT is a non-invasive shockwave treatment for chronic foot pain that stimulates healing through acoustic waves. It's FDA-approved for plantar fasciitis with 80% success rates requiring 3 weekly sessions.
Do you offer diabetic foot care?
Yes, we have a specialized diabetic foot program including wound care, custom shoes, and preventive check-ups to reduce amputation risks through early detection of complications.
Can you create custom orthotics?
Our biomechanical evaluations include plaster casting for custom orthotics that correct abnormal foot function, addressing conditions from heel pain to knee tendonitis through personalized in-shoe support.
