New England Foot and Ankle

New England Foot and Ankle Our staff is committed to providing the finest podiatric care in a warm and friendly environment in

Podiatrists Dr. Downs, Dr. Riordan, and Dr. Kim from New England Foot & Ankle, with offices in Chelmsford, Newburyport and Lawrence, MA, spend quality time with each of their patients in order to better understand each individual patient's foot care needs, and to recommend the best course of treatment. Our patients include infants, children, teenagers, adults and the geriatric population. We speci

alize in shockwave therapy for foot pain, laser toenail fungus treatment, sports medicine and much more. Our doctors and staff are dedicated to providing our patients with the finest medical, surgical and rehabilitative treatments for the foot and ankle. Our growth in the community is a direct result of the caring and personal treatment we give our patients.

Gout is a painful condition caused by a buildup of uric acid crystals in the body, often affecting the joints of the fee...
06/16/2026

Gout is a painful condition caused by a buildup of uric acid crystals in the body, often affecting the joints of the feet, especially the big toe. Some people first have elevated uric acid without symptoms, while others experience sudden attacks marked by intense pain, redness, swelling, and...

Read more: https://www.nefootankle.com/blog/how-gout-progresses-and-affects-foot-health

Flat feet is a condition where the arches of the feet are low or absent, causing the entire sole to touch the ground whi...
06/09/2026

Flat feet is a condition where the arches of the feet are low or absent, causing the entire sole to touch the ground while standing. It may develop from genetics, ligament laxity, injury, or gradual strain over time. People with flat feet may notice foot fatigue, aching along the arch, or pain in...

Read more: https://www.nefootankle.com/blog/exercises-for-flat-feet-and-when-to-seek-care

Foot pain in seniors is a common issue that can affect balance and increase the risk of falling. Recurrent pain from con...
06/02/2026

Foot pain in seniors is a common issue that can affect balance and increase the risk of falling. Recurrent pain from conditions such as arthritis, nerve damage, or poor foot alignment can make walking feel unstable and uncomfortable. This pain may appear as aching, burning, or sharp discomfort that...

Read more: https://www.nefootankle.com/blog/foot-pain-and-fall-risk-in-seniors

Wearing the wrong shoes can place stress on the feet and lead to long-term discomfort. High heels can cause muscle contr...
05/19/2026

Wearing the wrong shoes can place stress on the feet and lead to long-term discomfort. High heels can cause muscle contraction in the calves and feet, which may make it difficult to walk barefoot over time. Very flat shoes can concentrate pressure on the heels and force muscles and tendons to work...

Read more: https://www.nefootankle.com/blog/how-wearing-the-wrong-shoes-can-harm-your-feet

Caring for your feet is important when you have diabetes, as small problems can become serious, if not noticed early. Hi...
05/12/2026

Caring for your feet is important when you have diabetes, as small problems can become serious, if not noticed early. High blood sugar can affect nerves and circulation, making it harder to feel injuries and slower for wounds to heal. Checking your feet each day for cuts, redness, or swelling can...

Read more: https://www.nefootankle.com/blog/daily-foot-care-for-people-with-diabetes

Sever’s disease is a painful condition that affects children, usually between ages 8 and 14. It involves inflammation of...
05/05/2026

Sever’s disease is a painful condition that affects children, usually between ages 8 and 14. It involves inflammation of the heel’s growth plate, an area of developing bone. Sever’s disease often develops when repeated stress from running or jumping irritates the heel. In addition, a tight Achilles...

Read more: https://www.nefootankle.com/blog/understanding-recovery-from-severs-disease

Cracked heels, also called heel fissures, develop when the skin on the bottom or edges of the heel becomes thick, very d...
04/28/2026

Cracked heels, also called heel fissures, develop when the skin on the bottom or edges of the heel becomes thick, very dry, and less flexible. As pressure increases during standing and walking, the skin can split, causing discomfort that ranges from mild tenderness to sharp pain. The heel may look...

Read more: https://www.nefootankle.com/blog/dry-skin-can-become-painful-cracked-heels

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4 Courthouse Lane
Chelmsford, MA
01824

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 12:30pm

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+19784419241

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