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24 Studio 18 in the Pines Welcomes Tom De Vita as the Next Artist in Residence

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22 Pill Box Pharmacies & Medical Supply Helps Customers Solve Problems

Sports News

26 Opening Day Festivities Held at Newly Renovated Park

School News

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Tis’ the Season for Holiday Celebrations Furry Friends Have Their Own Halloween Celebration Hundreds Attend the Pembroke Pines Veterans Day Ceremony City of Pembroke Pines Joins Anti-Bullying Campaign Pembroke Pines Residents Had A FANG-tastic Time Celebrating Halloween

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20 Jacklyn Laflamme Unveils New Mural at Susan B. Katz Theater of Performing Arts

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PPCES-FSU Students Get a Lesson in Storytelling PPCES – East Campus Students Participate in Rockets to the Rescue Veterans Honored at Chapel Trail Elementary Elementary Students Learn the Importance of Smoke Alarms

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Eyelash & Eyebrow Restoration Do You Hide Your Ears? Orthotics: Are They All the Same? Pinched Nerves in the Foot

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Snowfest – Fifty tons of snow is forecast for Pembroke Pines. The event will be held a new location, Pines Recreation Center, 7400 Pines Boulevard, from 2pm-6pm. The children can play in the snow, visit with Santa, skate on the ice skating rink, enjoy musical entertainment, watch holiday performances, and indulge in treats from the Food truck Round Up. They can participate in a variety of activities, including face painting, rides, games, arts and crafts and more. In Santa’s Toy Test Lab, they can also test some table top games from Santa’s workshop. Tickets are only required for the snow and skating areas ($5 per child per area for ages 12 and under). For information, call 954-435-6525. Santa’s Express – The City of Pembroke Pines Fire Rescue presents the 18th Annual Santa’s Express Children’s Holiday Toy Delivery Program. Residents of Pembroke Pines with children age ten and under can register to have Santa arrive aboard a fire truck and deliver a gift to your children at your home. Registration will only be held on December 6, from 9am to 11am, at Fire Station #69, 9500 Pines Boulevard. Program is limited to 250 households. For information, call 954-436-3006 or visit www.ppines.com.

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Holiday Open House – From 6pm to 9pm, gather your loved ones and bring a camera to see the beautiful displays of holiday decorations and winter village train displays at the Annual Holiday Open House. It will be held at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Avenue. The event is free and open to the public. There will be live entertainment, complimentary refreshments, face painting, and a visit from Santa. For information, call 954-450-6888.

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Art Exhibit Opening Reception – Attend the opening reception for the Annual Children’s Holiday in the Pines Art Exhibit, from 7pm to 9pm, at the City of Pembroke Pines Glass Gallery, 10100 Pines Boulevard. Enjoy cookies, punch and the magic of Gary Midnight. Artwork will be on display through January 13. For information, call 954-961-6067.

Letters to Santa – Santa has been writing letters to many of the kids on his Pembroke Pines route. Any child who has a special message for Santa or wants to submit a wish list should send a letter to: North Pole C/O City of Pembroke Pines, 10100 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33026. Letters can also be placed in Santa’s Express Mailbox at Pembroke Pines City Hall. Santa will personally write back to each child and wish them a Happy Holiday. Santa must

21st Jazz Concert – Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at William B. Armstrong Dream Park, 1700 Dykes Road (NW 160 Avenue), from 3pm to 5pm. Listen to the sounds of Hal Roland Band – weather permitting. Bring a chair or blanket. For information, call 954-435-6525.

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Weston Miracle League – The Weston Miracle League gives South Florida children, between the ages of 5 and 18, with disabilities the opportunity to play baseball in Pembroke Pines. Players can join the league throughout the season, which runs through January 25. There is no cost to participate and baseball experience is not needed. For information, visit www.westonmiracleleague.com, call 954-478-9694 or send an email to lindajurko@yahoo.com.

Ongoing Softball – Girls, ages 8 to 15 years, can play in the West Pines Girls Softball League. Registration for the spring/summer season begins on December 15. Online registration and forms are available on the Diamond Dusters website, www. westpinesleaguesoftball.org.

20th Sundaes with Santa –Santa and his friends invite everyone to enjoy the City of Pembroke Pines “Sundaes with Santa” from 2pm to 4pm, Participants can create a very special ice cream sundae at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103 Avenue. Guests will also enjoy holiday magic, visits with Santa and his bride, entertainment, arts and crafts,

hunt and enjoy special costumed guest appearances. The exhibit is free and open to the public. For information, visit www.Broward.org/Library or call 954-357-6580. Holiday Art Sale – From December 12 to 30, let Studio 18 in the Pines help you with your holiday shopping. Meet the artists who created your one of a kind gift, listen to holiday music, snack on goodies and sip some holiday cheer. There will be glass, clay, mixed medium, photography, graphite pencil, oil and watercolor paintings, jewelry made from art and more. For information, call 954-961-6067.

Christmas Party – Attend Pines West Chiropractic’s 4th Annual Christmas Party sponsoring “South Florida 4 Kids.” The all-day event begins at 8:30am. Located at 18501 Pines Blvd., Suite 104. Bring a toy and receive a gift. For information, call 954-432-3343.

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Tis’ the Season for Holiday Celebrations By Debby Teich

he winter holiday season is upon us

and there are many ways for residents to celebrate with friends and family in Pembroke Pines. ✻✻ Santa’s Express – The City of Pembroke Pines Fire Rescue presents the 18th Annual Santa’s Express Children’s Holiday Toy Delivery Program. Pembroke Pines residents with children age ten and under can register to have Santa arrive on a fire truck to deliver a gift to their children at home. Participants must donate a toy for a child in need and a toy for Santa to deliver to their child. Registration will only be held on December 6, from 9am to 11am, at Fire Station #69, 9500 Pines Boulevard. For information, call 954-436-3006 or visit www.ppines.com. ✻✻ Snowfest – Fifty tons of snow is forecast for Pembroke Pines during the Annual SnowFest. The event will be held a new location, Pines Recreation Center, 7400 Pines Boulevard, on December 6, from 2pm-6pm. The children can play in the snow, visit with Santa, skate on the ice skating rink, enjoy musical entertainment, watch holiday performances, and indulge in treats from the Food truck Round Up. They can participate in a variety of activities, including face painting, rides, games, arts and crafts and more. In Santa’s Toy Test Lab, they can also test some table top games from Santa’s

workshop. Tickets are only required for the snow and skating areas ($5 per child per area for ages 12 and under). ✻✻ Letters to Santa – Santa has been writing letters to many of the kids on his Pembroke Pines route. Any child who has a special message for Santa or wants to submit a wish list should send a letter to: North Pole C/O City of Pembroke Pines, 10100 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33026. Letters can also be placed in Santa’s Express Mailbox, which will magically appear on December 1, at Pembroke Pines City Hall. Santa will personally write back to each child and wish them a Happy Holiday. Santa must receive letters prior to December 10 to receive a response by December 24. No charge. ✻✻ Holiday Open House – On December 11, from 6pm to 9pm, gather your loved ones and bring a camera to see the beautiful displays of holiday decorations and winter village train displays at the Annual Holiday Open House. It will be held at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Avenue. The event is free and open to the public. There will be live entertainment, complimentary refreshments, face painting, and a visit from Santa. ✻✻ Sundaes with Santa – On December 20, from 2pm to 4pm, Santa and his friends invite

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Furry Friends Have Their Own Halloween Celebration By Debby Teich

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Hundreds Attend the Pembroke Pines Veterans Day Ceremony By Debby Teich

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City of Pembroke Pines Veterans Day Ceremony at City Center on November 11. The annual ceremony honored those living and deceased who have served in the United States Military. It took place in front of the Pembroke Pines Veterans Memorial, a fifteen foot black granite obelisk that is surrounded by commemorative bricks. The Veterans Day program was filled with a variety of speakers and patriotic music. Guest speakers included: Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank C. Ortis; Vice Mayor Jay Schwartz; City Commissioners Carl Shechter (WWII-Army), Angelo Castillo and Iris Siple; Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz and Colonel Willie Berges of the United States Southern Command. The Pembroke Pines Charter Middle School Band West Campus, under the direction of Dayna Cole, played God Bless America, Armed Forces on Parade, In Honor of the Fallen and the theme from JAG. Retired Naval Lieutenant Commander Pastor Peter Tokar inspired guests with his moving invocation. The Pembroke Pines Police and Fire Department Honor Guard presented the colors, Boy Scout Troop 460 led the Pledge of Allegiance, and Katie Harmon sang the national anthem and Proud to be an American. Following Pastor Tokars’ benediction and clos-

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City of Pembroke Pines Joins Anti-Bullying Campaign By Debby Teich

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kids will be bullied this year, making it the most common form of violence experienced by young people in the nation. Approximately 400 people of all ages, including grandparents, parents and students, recently gathered at the Susan B. Katz River of Grass Theater of the Performing Arts to learn more about bullying and how to put an end to it. Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank C. Ortis was the host and emcee for the Anti-Bully Forum, which featured the new documentary film “Bully.” Directed by Sundance and Emmyaward winning filmmaker Lee Hirsch, the movie captures images over the course of the 2009/2010 school year. It offers an intimate look at how bullying has touched five kids and their families, and reveals a problem that transcends geographic, racial, ethnic and economic borders. After the movie, a panel took questions from the audience, which included Pembroke Pines

Over 400 people attended the Anti-Bully Forum, which included a film and panel discussion. Photo (l to r): Pembroke Pines Commissioner Iris Siple, Dr. Kimberly Pizzo, assistant principal of PPCMS-Central; Kenneth Bass, principal of PPCMS-Central; Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank C. Ortis; Pembroke Pines Commissioner Carl Shechter; Peter Bayer, principal of PPCHS; Chip Osborn, principal of Walter C. Young Middle School and P.P.P.D Captain Al Xiques.

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embroke Pines offered many S pooktacular ways to celebrate

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the Arts and Cultural Advisory Board and residents recently celebrated artist Jacklyn Laflamme’s new outdoor mural, “Comedy and Tragedy,” which is painted on the archway entering the north side of the Susan B. Katz Theater of Performing Arts Center. After a ribbon cutting, Laflamme was presented with flowers and a certificate of appreciation. She then joined her guests for a reception inside the theater. As the Artist in Residence for the past year, she has received free studio space at Studio 18 in the Pines. In return, she was required to create a public art project that serves the community. The mural depicts the Comedy and Tragedy masks, and ties in the name Susan B. Katz Theater of the Performing Arts on a flowing red ribbon surrounding the masks. “I was asked to design a mural that satisfies the theme of comedy and tragedy,” said Laflamme. “In keeping with the artwork that was already inside the theater, I presented a sketch of the traditional comedy and tragedy masks that are typically associated with drama.”

After the City set up scaffolding, Laflamme began drawing the image with chalk. Next she applied exterior latex paint to complete the mural. “It is always challenging to paint something that is such a large scale,” said Laflamme. This was the ninth mural that Laflamme has painted, including two others in Pembroke Pines. She completed two temporary holiday murals on the windows of City Hall. This one, however, is permanent. “The nice thing about painting a public mural is that so many people get to enjoy the art,” said Laflamme. “I hope to color the world one mural at a time.” Tom De Vita was recently selected as the new Artist in Residence. For information, visit www.jacklynlaflamme.com.

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owners (who are also pharmacists) are there to greet and help you. Our customer service is “A1.” We are the biggest pharmacy/medical supplier in Broward County, with fitters on staff for your medical supply needs. We have a specially trained PCCA staff for your compounding needs and carry specialty supplements. Angela Pressman, Pharm.D., is an expert in supplements, as well as hormone balancing and consulting for both men and women. We also have very unique cards and gifts that you won’t find in the big box stores.

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Studio 18 in the Pines Welcomes Tom De Vita as the Next Artist in Residence By Debby Teich

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recently selected Tom De Vita, M.F.A. Artist, Designer and Professor, as the new City of Pembroke Pines Artist in Residence at Studio 18 in the Pines. He will receive free studio space for a year, create a city beautification project, and have the opportunity to participate in group shows/exhibitions at Studio 18 in the Pines. “Tom De Vita is an amazing artist and this honor is very well deserved,” said Holly Bonkowski, Cultural Arts Coordinator for the City of Pembroke Pines. “He has dedicated his life to the arts and has always maintained a high level of professionalism and creativity.” De Vita, who has been a professional artist for 25 years, is an American Figurative Realist painter who works primarily in oil. He exhibits locally and nationally, including a recent solo exhibition titled “The Locals” at The Lee Wagener Gallery, in the Hollywood/Fort Lauderdale Airport, Terminal 2. His work is about finding a harmony in dissonance. He creates paintings which appear both old and new, while juxtaposing overlays of animals and figures to express ambiguous and open-ended narratives. As the Artist in Residence, De Vita plans to further his artistic investigations into Figurative Realism with a concentration on the traditional methodologies of art making, and much more. “The Artist in Residency Program will give me the opportunity to explore and purchase different materials in the development of a series of work that pairs the symbolic relationships of animals and people,” said De Vita. “For the public art project, I propose a historical painting of Pembroke Pines, on canvas, for the new Civic Center. This painting will be educational, historical, and will exemplify the rich and diverse heritage of our City. I also propose a ‘call to artists’ to have several Pembroke Pines high school art students assist me in the development of this

painting. The students will be able to share in its creation and be part of this cherished gift to our City.” Born and raised in New York, De Vita is a classically trained artist who earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Painting, Drawing, and Sculpture from St. John’s University. Upon graduating, he relocated to South Beach, where he and his wife Lynda opened De Vita Studio, Inc., a visual arts company that develops murals, fine art, illustrations, fashion, and Artist in Residence Tom De Vita poses art education. In 2009, De in front of Moonlight Path. Vita earned his Master of Fine Arts Degree from Miami International University of Art and Design. Currently, De Vita is a professor at the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale and Broward College teaching painting, drawing, design, and portfolio. He also holds drawing and painting workshops in his studio at Studio 18 in the Pines. Studio 18 in the Pines is located at 1101 Poinciana Drive. For information, visit www.ppines.com/studio18 or call 954-961-6067. To view Tom De Vita’s work, visit www.tomdevita.com.

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Fourth grade students and teachers at the City of Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary School – FSU campus recently participated in a workshop to learn how to improve their storytelling skills. “Storytelling has been around since the beginning of time,” said Mabel Medina, 4th grade team leader. “We have to make sure it is not lost.” The entire 4th grade had an opportunity to meet with Dr. Caren Neile, founding director of the South Florida Storytelling Project. The Broward County Library sponsored Neile’s visit in conjunction with the 13th Annual StoryBook Festival, “Home Sweet Home Florida,” which was held last month at the Southwest Regional Library. In the morning, Neile met with 4th grade teachers to suggest a variety of ways that they could help students develop their ideas to become better writers and presenters. In the afternoon, she met with the students. She began by teaching them how to conduct an interview to gather information for their stories. Next, they practiced their body language, facial expressions, physical emotions and eye contact to make sure that their delivery was as effective as possible. By the end of the session, they were ready to

put their new skills to the test. All of the students were assigned the task of interviewing their families to find out information for a paper, as well as a presentation. The topic was “How My Family Came to Florida.” The teachers supplied some sample interview questions and a rubric. Each student had an opportunity to tell their own story to the class. “It was a fun and interesting way to help them improve their speaking, listening and writing skills, which are all part of the Common Core Standards,” said Medina. “They also learned new things about their heritage.” Teachers from each of the six classes selected the top two stories and the authors told their stories in front of the entire grade. A winner from each class was selected and they shared their stories with the public at the StoryBook Festival. The winners were: Anjali Balla, Valentina Machuca, Alan Lopez, Nicole Becerra, Connor Pierce, and Elisa Ortuzar.

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Charter Elementary School East Campus recently joined millions of young people across the nation, as they became rocket scientists for the day during the 7th annual 4-H National Youth Science Day. This year’s event was Rockets to the Rescue, an interactive project that explored the field of aerospace engineering. “This STEM/STEAM/STREAM project was truly an engaging, learning experience,” said Lisa Dizengoff, East Campus Science teacher. “We are proud of our students’ work and their results, from the launch pad of PPCS-East today.....to NASA tomorrow!” During the project, all 680 students on the campus (k-5) applied the knowledge they gained from the STEM (science, technology, engineering, math)/

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Trail Elementary in Pembroke Pines honored their parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, who fought for their freedom. Approximately 50 Veterans, who have relatives at the school, were invited to a celebration and breakfast in observance of Veterans Day. Some even travelled from out of town for the event. “The Veterans Day celebration gave our school a chance to acknowledge, thank and honor the veterans within our school community for their commitment, dedication, and perseverance,” said Liz Grafe, media specialist. “There are veterans in many of our families and we should never forget that they defend our freedom on a daily basis. We should never take any of it for granted and always be thankful and respectful towards them.” After each veteran was introduced by branch (Army, Air Force, Marines, Navy, Coast Guard), they paraded around the bus loop with their families. Dressed in red, white and blue, students in PreK-5th,

faculty and staff clapped and waved as they passed. Many of the classes displayed patriotic items they made for the event, such as hats, banners, and signs. The Safety Patrols led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance, and the chorus, led by Music Director Leonard Hodge, sang the National Anthem. Principal Teresa Lipkins welcomed the veterans and introduced some distinguished guests, including Patti Good, School Board Chair; Donna Korn, School Board ViceChair; and City of Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank Ortis. Each of the guests addressed the students and veterans. The choir sang “United We Stand,” which was composed by Hodge, and 5th grade student Sophia Hernandez read a poem she authored titled “Thank You.” After the ceremony, the veterans had an opportunity to visit with the students. They also enjoyed juice and coffee, as well as apple pies

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donated by McDonald’s. The PTA supplied glazed donuts and juice boxes for all of the students. Grafe says that the event helps students understand the diversity of the veterans. “They saw women in uniform and realized that the military is made up of both men and women,” said Grafe. “It also consists of Moms and Dads of our own students.”

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test. According to the rules, the poster had to contain the Fire Prevention Week theme. Each child had to make their own poster, which was judged on originality. Trophies were awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. “The contest is a great opportunity for children to show their creative talents and get them thinking about fire safety at the same time,” said Fire Chief John Picarello. During October, the Pembroke Pines Fire Department offered a variety of programs aimed at educating the public on fire safety. In addition to the poster contest, members of the fire department held 20 fire safety presentations at schools, churches, Home Depot and other locations. They also gave away hundreds of helmets, fire prevention promotional items, brochures and more. For information on the Fire Prevention Week poster contest in Pembroke Pines, call the Pembroke Pines Fire Prevention Bureau at 954-435-6531. To learn more about smoke alarms and “Working Smoke Alarms Saves Lives,” visit NFPA’s website at www.firepreventionweek.org.

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Rigid orthotics fall into the first category. They are designed to control function and are used normally for walking and dress shoes. They are often made of firm material like plastic or carbon fiber. They are made from a mold after a podiatric physician takes a plaster cast (or other image) of the foot. Rigid orthotics control motion in two major foot joints that lie below the ankle joint. They can improve or eliminate strains, aches, and pains in the legs, thighs, and lower back. Soft orthotics are mostly used to absorb shock, increase balance, and take pressure off sore spots of the foot. They are effective for diabetic, arthritic, and deformed feet. Soft orthotics are usually made of cushioned materials, so they can be worn against the sole of the foot. They extend from the heel past the ball of the foot, and include the toes. Soft orthotics, like rigid ones, are made from a mold after the podiatric physician takes a plaster cast. Lastly, there are the semi-rigid orthotics. They provide foot balance for walking or engaging in sports. They are typically made from soft material and reinforced with more rigid material. Sometimes they are prescribed for children with flat feet and in toeing or out toeing disorders. They are additionally used to help athletes mitigate pain while they compete. If you are thinking about orthotics, visit your podiatric physician and get a pair uniquely suited to your individual foot and needs. Dr. Neal M. Bullock’s office is located at 17013 Pines Boulevard, in Pembroke Pines. For information, call 954 450-4200.

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Heart Disease Risk Factors: What You Need to Know Most heart and blood vessel problems develop over time and occur when arteries develop atherosclerosis, the gradual buildup of plaque inside the arteries. If left unchecked, significant plaque buildup can lead to reduced blood flow through the arteries and eventually to blood clots that occur when plaques rupture. Ultimately, it is the effect of clots on the flow of blood to the heart or brain that can lead to a heart attack or stroke.

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Pinched Nerves in the Foot By Dr. Robert Sheinberg

erves are small string - like structures that

provide sensation and/or give the signal to muscles to move. Some nerves may be susceptible to injury because of their location in the foot or ankle. The most commonly injured nerves are on the ball of the foot, located at the base of the second, third and fourth toes. These nerves provide sensation only to the middle three toes and may be compressed by a ligament that runs over it. Here is a look at the symptoms, causes and treatment options for pinched nerves in the foot. Symptoms: ▸▸ Pain on the ball of the foot. ▸▸ Numbness, burning, shooting or tingling sensation in the toes. Some or all of these symptoms may be present. ▸▸ Cramping in the toes. ▸▸ Aggravated by running, aerobics or activities that put stress on the ball of the foot. ▸▸ Pain may be lessened by taking the shoe off and rubbing the foot. ▸▸ Driving may aggravate the ball of the foot. Causes: ▸▸ Compression of the nerves against a tight ligament. ▸▸ Arthritis or bone spurs from the adjacent joints. ▸▸ Soft tissue cysts causing nerve compression. ▸▸ Trauma to the ball of the foot. ▸▸ Nerve may become irritated from tight shoes or sports that put stress on the ball of the foot, especially tennis and running. The goal of treatment is to reduce the inflammation around the nerve and prevent further trauma to it. Treatment options include: ▸▸ Anti-inflammatories may be used to lessen inflammation; oral medication or cortisone injections may be beneficial. ▸▸ Changing to wider shoes without a heel. ▸▸ Changing activities temporarily from weight bearing exercises to biking and swimming. ▸▸ Physical therapy may be of benefit in reducing inflammation. ▸▸ Metatarsal pads. ▸▸ Orthotics to correct faulty biomechanics. They can be used in small heels and all sports shoes. ▸▸ Localized injections into the nerve to stop the nerve from functioning. Removing the nerve surgically may be necessary if conservative treatment fails. This is an outpatient procedure. A local or twilight anesthesia is used. The procedure takes approximately 15 minutes. One or two days off of work is needed. A surgical shoe is worn for four to five days and then a sneaker may be used. Postoperative pain is minimal. The patient progresses to regular shoes over a two to four week period. Certain activities such as biking and swimming can be done in a week; sports may take three to eight weeks to resume. Robert Sheinberg, DPM, is a Board Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Fellow American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Diplomat American Board of Podiatric Surgery. He is a partner in Foot, Ankle and Leg Specialists of South Florida and specializes in treating infants, children, teens and adults. His partners are Dr. Al DeSimone, Dr. Fernando Moya, Dr. Alexander Bertot, Dr. Mark Fishman, Dr. Carlo Messina, Dr. David Shenassa, Dr. Nathan Vela and Dr. Michael Cohen. The South Florida Institute of Sports Medicine in Weston is located at 1600 Town Center Blvd., Suite C, (954) 389-5900 and in Pembroke Pines at 17842 NW 2nd Street, (954) 430-9901.

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