Gout

New York, NY

Gout Overview

Gout is a type of arthritis that affects over 8 million Americans and causes sudden, severe pain, redness, and swelling in the joints, especially in the big toe. Although the pain can be severe, Dr. Mona Ramani and Dr. Erin Koprince at AIRE Podiatry Studio in New York City, NY, offers effective treatments to manage gout, reduce flare-ups, and improve your quality of life. With the right care, including medication, lifestyle changes, and hydration, our teami can help you control gout and get back to living comfortably.

What is Gout?

Gout often strikes suddenly, especially in the big toe, causing redness, swelling, and intense discomfort. It occurs when too much uric acid in the body forms sharp crystals in the joints. Triggers include foods like red meat, shellfish, and alcohol, as well as dehydration and obesity.

It usually occurs when too much uric acid builds up in the bloodstream, forming sharp crystals in the joints. This can happen due to factors like diet, dehydration, obesity, or certain medical conditions. The intense pain from a gout attack can come on quickly, often waking people up at night. While gout can be managed with medication, lifestyle changes and maintaining a healthy weight might help prevent future flare-ups.

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How to Treat Gout

Our team of specialists at AIRE Podiatry Studio in New York City can help manage and treat gout with a personalized approach. During an acute gout attack, Dr. Ramani or Dr. Koprince can prescribe medications like NSAIDs, colchicine, or corticosteroids to reduce pain and inflammation.

For long-term management, she can work with you to develop a plan that includes medications to help lower uric acid levels, like allopurinol or febuxostat, as well as lifestyle recommendations. We will guide you on dietary changes, hydration, and weight management to help prevent future gout flare-ups. With her expertise, you can take proactive steps toward managing gout and improving your quality of life.

What is the Recovery Like After Treatment?

Recovery after gout treatment varies depending on the flare-up’s severity and the treatment plan’s effectiveness. During an acute attack, pain and swelling typically start to subside within a few days to a week with medication, though it may take longer for some people. As the inflammation decreases, mobility and comfort generally improve.

For long-term management, recovery focuses on lowering uric acid levels through medication and lifestyle changes. Your personal podiatrist will monitor your progress and adjust your treatment plan as needed. With consistent management, many individuals experience fewer and less intense gout flare-ups over time. Recovery is also supported by maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding trigger foods, and staying hydrated, all of which help keep gout under control and reduce the risk of future attacks. Our post-treatment team will guide you through the process to ensure a smooth and successful recovery.

How Much Does a Gout Treatment Cost in New York City, NY?

The cost of gout treatment in New York City can vary depending on several factors, but typically, an initial consultation with a podiatrist ranges from $150 to $300.

To get an accurate estimate for your specific treatment plan, contact AIRE Podiatry Studio directly at 917-985-9082 or check with your insurance provider.

Why Choose Aire Podiatry Studio?

AIRE Podiatry Studio, located on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, is your destination for expert foot and ankle care that supports your overall well-being. Our podiatric foot and ankle surgeons, Erin Koprince, DPM, DABPM, and Mona Ramani, DPM, AACFAS, take a preventive and integrative approach to care, focusing on the whole body, not just the feet and ankles. Our practice takes a preventive and integrative approach to care by providing a full body wellness experience alongside cutting-edge technology.

Dr. Erin Koprince is a board-certified American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) diplomate. She also holds the Academy of Minimally Invasive Foot and Ankle Surgery (AMIFAS) certification and is a certified Tenex™ treatment specialist.

Dr. Mona Ramani is board-qualified by the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS). Dr. Ramani is certified in Tenex™ treatment for tendinopathy, a European-trained nail reconstruction specialist, and a functional foot mapping and lower extremity biomechanics gait analysis expert.

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