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Why what's on your feet matters more than almost anything else in treating foot pain. Dr. Elizabeth Piselli, Board Certified Podiatrist practicing in Rockville Centre, NY If there is one place I almost always start when a patient comes in with foot pain, it is their shoes. It may sound simple — too simple, even — but shoe gear is often the missing piece. Before advanced imaging, before injections, before more complex interventions, I look at what you are putting on your feet

Dr. Elizabeth Piselli Board-Certified Podiatrist Meta Description: Podiatrist Dr. Piselli explains why early single-sport specialization is leading to higher rates of stress fractures and Severs disease in young athletes — and what parents can do about it. As a podiatrist, I've noticed something troubling in my practice over the past several years: Severs disease and stress fractures in young athletes are more common than ever before. Kids are training harder, earlier, and i

By Elizabeth Piselli, DPM | Board Certified Podiatrist, Rockville Centre, NY "What a robust people, what a nation of thinkers we might be, if we would only lay ourselves on the shelf occasionally and renew our edges!" — Mark Twain, Rest One of the most important lessons I ever learned about recovery didn't come from medical school or residency. It came from a college class called Sleep and Dreams. The course was taught by William C. Dement — widely considered the father of

Why treating your feet means treating the whole person — from a sports medicine podiatrist serving Rockville Centre and Long Island Dr. Elizabeth Piselli, Board Certified Podiatrist Serving Rockville Centre, NY, Sports Medicine and Foot Health Early in my career, I learned something no textbook had prepared me for. I started keeping tissues in every treatment room — not because patients had allergies, but because many of them began to cry when they talked about their feet. At

When I was in high school, I remember coming home one day completely exhausted and frustrated. I sat down with my father and started to cry. I couldn’t understand why I seemed to need so much more rest than everyone else. Other people appeared to push through long days, sports practices, homework, and social lives without slowing down. Meanwhile, I felt like I constantly needed sleep, nourishment, hydration, and breaks just to keep up. To a teenager, that felt like a weakness

When people ask me why I chose podiatry, the film Slumdog Millionaire often comes to mind. The movie tells the story of a young man from India who appears on the game show Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? As he keeps answering question after question correctly, the hosts and producers become suspicious. They assume he must be cheating. How else could someone from such a humble background possibly know all the answers? But as the story unfolds, you learn something powerful: he

At Balance Podiatry , our goal is simple: help people move better, heal faster, and stay active. We combine advanced podiatric medicine , sports medicine principles , and whole-body health strategies to treat foot and ankle conditions in a way that supports long-term recovery. Our practice is located in Rockville Centre, New York , and we proudly serve patients across the South Shore of Long Island , including Freeport, Oceanside, Baldwin, Lynbrook, and surrounding communiti

Every March, Women’s History Month offers an opportunity to recognize the achievements, resilience, and contributions of women across every field. From science and education to medicine and public health, women have played an essential role in shaping the healthcare landscape we know today. It is also a time to reflect on the progress that has been made—and the work that still lies ahead in ensuring equal opportunities and representation for women in medicine. In the field o

By Dr. Elizabeth Piselli When people think about foot care, they often think about pedicures or appearance. But daily foot care is about much more than aesthetics. The small habits you practice at home can actually prevent pain, infection, and long-term foot problems — especially when it comes to calluses and corns . At our podiatry office in Rockville Centre , we regularly see patients who ignored thickened skin on their feet because “it didn’t hurt that much.” Over time, th

By Dr. Elizabeth Piselli Most people think of shoes as a fashion choice or a comfort preference. But what you put on your feet every day directly affects your entire body — from your ankles and knees all the way up to your hips and lower back. This is especially true if you have flat feet . At our podiatry office in Rockville Centre, we frequently see patients who had no idea their chronic foot, knee, or even back pain was connected to a lack of proper support. The right foot

By Dr. Elizabeth Piselli Foot pain has a way of sneaking into your daily life. It starts as a mild ache after a long day, a soreness after a workout, or a tender spot that “probably just needs better shoes.” Many patients come into our podiatry office weeks — sometimes months — after their pain began, convinced it was something minor. And more often than you’d think, we take an X-ray and discover… it’s actually a stress fracture . What Is a Stress Fracture? A stress fracture

As the temperatures drop, we often see a familiar pattern in the office. Recently, a patient came in worried about sudden pain, swelling, and even bruising in her toes. She hadn’t injured her foot, hadn’t changed shoes, and couldn’t understand why her toes were so uncomfortable—especially first thing in the morning after being out in the cold. After evaluating her symptoms, the answer became clear: Raynaud’s phenomenon . Raynaud’s phenomenon is a condition where the small blo

We’re thrilled to share some wonderful updates from Balance Podiatry! As our practice continues to grow, we’re always looking for new ways to make your experience easier, more personal, and more convenient. That’s why we’re so excited to introduce our newest team member — Camila Bermudez , our virtual assistant. Camila, the newest member of the Balance Podiatry Team! Camila isn’t just a voice on the other end of the line — she’s a real person who brings warmth, professionali

As summer winds down and families prepare for the back-to-school season, one of the most important items on your shopping list is a good...

We’re excited to announce the arrival of our new Zimmer Shockwave (ESWT) machine at Balance Podiatry’s Rockville Centre location!...

By Jillian Tracy , CNN Underscored Published 10:43 AM EDT, Mon April 21, 2025 New Balance Men's Fresh Foam 680v8 Podiatrist and current...

THEY DON’T HAVE TO LOOK SLOPPY—OR BE UNCOMFORTABLE. By Juliana Labianca at BestLife Who can deny the appeal of the Ugg boot? Thesecozy...

She succeeds in managing that always-elusive work/life balance. BY MARC HASPEL, DPM It’s always interesting to see how a medical career...

Dr. Liz Piselli, a South Side High School lacrosse legend, has returned to her hometown to open up her own practice: Balance Podiatry....

Has this patient presented to your office? She competes in collegiate cross country and has a concern of a recalcitrant ankle sprain. She...