Massapequa Podiatry Associates, P.C.

Massapequa Podiatry Associates, P.C. As a licensed NY podiatrists practicing in Massapequa, our goal is to educate patients and initiate

Massapequa Podiatry Associates, P.C., has been helping patients on Long Island for over 30 years. Dr. Fox and Dr. LoBello offer complete focus on patient care from start to finish, which includes helping people with professional, accurate, and compassionate care. If you need help with heel pain, diabetic foot care, toenail fungus, plantar warts, neuroma, elective surgery, or sports injuries, Dr. Fox and Dr. LoBello willl ensure you're seen within a timely manner. Call our office or contact us online through the online form.

An ankle sprain may seem minor—but improper treatment can lead to long-term instability and repeat injuries.We created t...
03/26/2026

An ankle sprain may seem minor—but improper treatment can lead to long-term instability and repeat injuries.

We created this Ankle Sprain Treatment Guide to explain how ankle sprains happen, how they’re properly evaluated, and what evidence-based treatment options look like—especially for active individuals and athletes.

If you’ve rolled your ankle and it’s still painful, swollen, or unstable, this guide can help you understand when professional care matters.

👉 Read the full ankle sprain treatment guide:
https://www.cfoxdpm.com/library/ankle-sprain-treatment-guide-long-island-sports-podiatrist.cfm

Sports injuries don’t just affect athletes—they affect how you move, train, and recover.At our Sports Center, we focus o...
03/24/2026

Sports injuries don’t just affect athletes—they affect how you move, train, and recover.

At our Sports Center, we focus on diagnosing and treating foot and ankle injuries related to running, training, and recreational sports. Our goal is to help active individuals recover properly and return to activity safely using science-based, non-surgical and minimally invasive treatments when appropriate.

Whether you’re dealing with heel pain, tendon injuries, or overuse issues, specialized care can make a real difference in recovery.

👉 Learn more about our Sports Center:
https://www.cfoxdpm.com/practice_areas/sports-center-at-massapequa-podiatry-associates.cfm

03/21/2026

👣 Meet the Team 👣

At Massapequa Podiatry Associates and Long Island Heel Pain, we are more than just foot and ankle specialists — we are your partners in getting you back to doing what you love… faster.

Whether you’re dealing with heel pain, an injury, or something that just “doesn’t feel right,” our team is here with one goal in mind: helping you heal efficiently, effectively, and with confidence.

We combine advanced treatment options with a personalized approach — because no two patients (or feet) are the same. From your first step into our office to your full recovery, you’ll have a team that listens, cares, and delivers results.

💥 Less downtime.
💥 Faster recovery.
💥 Stronger outcomes.

You don’t have to live with foot pain — and you don’t have to figure it out alone.

📍 Ready to get better, faster? We’re here for you.

Chronic foot pain can make even simple activities uncomfortable.At our office, we offer laser therapy for foot pain, a n...
03/19/2026

Chronic foot pain can make even simple activities uncomfortable.

At our office, we offer laser therapy for foot pain, a non-invasive treatment designed to reduce inflammation, promote healing, and relieve pain—without injections or surgery.

Laser therapy is commonly used for conditions like plantar fasciitis, tendon pain, and other soft tissue injuries, especially when symptoms persist despite rest or conservative care.

👉 Learn how laser therapy works and who may benefit:
https://www.cfoxdpm.com/practice_areas/laser-therapy-for-foot-pain.cfm

Chronic foot or heel pain doesn’t always mean major surgery.At our office, we offer the Tenex Procedure, a minimally inv...
03/17/2026

Chronic foot or heel pain doesn’t always mean major surgery.

At our office, we offer the Tenex Procedure, a minimally invasive treatment designed to remove damaged tendon tissue while preserving healthy tissue. Tenex is often used for conditions like chronic plantar fasciitis or tendon pain that hasn’t improved with conservative care.

The procedure is performed through a small incision and typically allows for a quicker recovery compared to traditional surgery.

👉 Learn how the Tenex procedure works and who may benefit:
https://www.cfoxdpm.com/practice_areas/tenex-procedure.cfm

03/16/2026

Why are you still suffering from persistent heel🦶pain? Call our office now to schedule your appointment and get your life back!
📲 (516) 541-9000

When chronic foot or ankle pain doesn’t improve with rest or traditional care, advanced treatment options may help.At ou...
03/12/2026

When chronic foot or ankle pain doesn’t improve with rest or traditional care, advanced treatment options may help.

At our office, we offer Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy, a treatment that uses concentrated platelets from your own blood to support the body’s natural healing process. PRP is commonly used for tendon, ligament, and soft tissue injuries that have been slow to heal.

If pain has been holding you back, PRP therapy may be an option worth exploring.

👉 Learn how PRP therapy works and who may benefit:
https://www.cfoxdpm.com/practice_areas/platelet-rich-plasma-therapy.cfm

Foot pain isn’t always just a foot problem—it can affect your knees, hips, back, and posture.At our office, we provide c...
03/10/2026

Foot pain isn’t always just a foot problem—it can affect your knees, hips, back, and posture.

At our office, we provide custom orthotics designed specifically for your feet, gait, and lifestyle. Unlike over-the-counter inserts, custom orthotics are prescribed based on a full evaluation to help improve alignment, reduce pain, and support long-term mobility.

If discomfort keeps coming back, custom orthotics may be part of a more effective, long-term solution.

👉 Learn how custom orthotics work and who they’re for:
https://www.cfoxdpm.com/practice_areas/custom-orthotics.cfm

Plantar Fasciitis vs. Plantar FasciosisMost people — and even many providers — get this wrong.Heel pain doesn’t always m...
03/07/2026

Plantar Fasciitis vs. Plantar Fasciosis

Most people — and even many providers — get this wrong.

Heel pain doesn’t always mean inflammation.

👉 The truth?
Many chronic cases are actually degeneration of the plantar fascia, not inflammation.

Let’s break it down:

🔥 Plantar Fasciitis
• Acute condition
• Caused by inflammation
• Often occurs after sudden activity increase
• Usually improves with rest, stretching, and short-term treatment

⚠️ Plantar Fasciosis
• Chronic degeneration of the fascia
• Little to no inflammatory cells present
• Caused by repetitive micro-tears over time
• Requires regenerative treatments, not just anti-inflammatories

📊 Studies show that many patients with heel pain lasting 3–6+ months actually have fasciosis — meaning the tissue is breaking down, not inflamed.

Which means:

❌ Ice and rest alone won’t fix it
❌ Repeated steroid injections may weaken tissue

Instead, the focus should be on:

✔️ Stimulating healing
✔️ Restoring tissue strength
✔️ Addressing biomechanical overload

This is why modern treatments may include:

• Shockwave therapy
• Regenerative medicine
• Foot mechanics correction
• Targeted strengthening

👣 Bottom line:
If your heel pain has lasted months, you may not have plantar fasciitis at all.

You may have plantar fasciosis.

And that changes everything about how it should be treated.

Heel pain that won’t go away?
Your diagnosis might be outdated.

Drop a 👣 in the comments if you’ve dealt with stubborn heel pain.

Chronic foot or heel pain doesn’t always require injections or surgery.At our office, we offer Shockwave Therapy, a non-...
03/05/2026

Chronic foot or heel pain doesn’t always require injections or surgery.

At our office, we offer Shockwave Therapy, a non-invasive treatment designed to stimulate healing, reduce pain, and improve mobility—especially for conditions like plantar fasciitis and heel pain.

Shockwave therapy works by increasing blood flow and triggering the body’s natural healing response, often helping patients who haven’t found relief with rest, stretching, or other conservative care.

👉 Learn how shockwave therapy works and whether it may be right for you:
https://www.cfoxdpm.com/practice_areas/pain-relief-and-accelerated-healing-with-shockwave-therapy.cfm

Ingrown toenails can be painful—and surgery isn’t always necessary.At our office, we offer Onyfix Nail Correction, a pai...
03/03/2026

Ingrown toenails can be painful—and surgery isn’t always necessary.

At our office, we offer Onyfix Nail Correction, a painless, non-surgical way to correct ingrown and curved toenails without removing the nail.

Patients love that Onyfix allows them to stay active while the nail grows back into a healthier position. If you’ve been putting off care because you’re worried about pain or downtime, this may be the option you’ve been looking for.

👉 Learn how Onyfix works and see if it’s right for you:
https://www.cfoxdpm.com/practice_areas/treat-ingrown-and-improperly-growing-toenails-painlessly-with-onyfix.cfm

02/28/2026

MLS laser therapy is one of our favorite non-invasive regenerative therapies that we offer at Massapequa Podiatry Associates


Address

4160 Merrick Road
Massapequa, NY
11758

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 11am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+15165419000

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