Dr. Robert Conenello
Sports Medicine
Orangeburg, NY
32 years experience male
Locations
Office
Orangeburg, NY
Orangetown Podiatry
Orangeburg, NY
About
Bio
I was born in Manhattan and raised in Orangeburg, NY. I attended Ithaca College and graduated with a degree in Biology. I received my medical training at The New York College of Podiatric Medicine. I completed a comprehensive surgical residency at NY Hospital, Brooklyn campus.
I have three amazing children and am married to a beautiful and intelligent woman. My family is my life and I am lucky enough to be in private practice and make sure that I do not miss the important moments of their lives.
I have been blessed with a wonderful life and believe in passing it forward. One of my passions is working with individuals with special needs. I am a Global Clinical Advisor for Special Olympics Internayionsl, and have learned that these athletes have special abilities.
I continue to strive to better myself as a clinician and as a member of society. It's been a great ride!
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
60 Answers
3 Agrees
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Pick the best : They are both suitable fotr this concern. Seek out the one who has a reputation of treating children with good results.
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A 57-year-old female asked:

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Shoe selection: Where shoes with ample toe space.
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A 22-year-old female asked:

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Definitely: In my hands I have found that shockwave therapy to be a very effective modality to treat mtss.
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A 33-year-old female asked:

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Avoid OTC products. : Corns and callouses are caused by repetitive stress such as friction. Fixing there cause could be related to shoe and sock selection. Moisturizer you... Read More
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A 16-year-old female asked:

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Seek advice: If you have a fungal infection it may. See your podiatrist to be evaluated.
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A 31-year-old member asked:

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Re-evaluate: Check out your form, shoe selection, as well as frequency and intensity of the activity.
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A 31-year-old member asked:

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Anti fungal cream: First try an over the counter anti fungal. If there is no response see your podiatrist to determine your pathology.
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A 43-year-old female asked:

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Rule out clot: Need to rule out a more serious condition such as a clot. Seeki medical attention.
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A 44-year-old member asked:

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Pharmacy: Your local pharmacy should cary some. If not try dr. Jill pads found online. P.
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A 18-year-old female asked:

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Seek help: If conservative care does not help, then the doctor may insider utilizing a stronger compounded medication or surgical excision.
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A male asked:

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?: I am a doctor and a wrestling coach. If you are injured than do not wrestle. If you are sore...Well that's part of the sport. Flat feet and tightness... Read More
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Time to get help: Prolonged pain is your body telling you to seek help. There may be some simple solutions to help. Seek out a sports podiatrist.
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A 56-year-old female asked:

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Get reevaluated: It all depends on why you had the orthotics made in the first place. Find a podiatrist who examines your whole body and not just your foot. We are a... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:

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Definitely: A poorly designed device can lead to pathologic motion which in turn can lead to injury.
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Eccentrics: Eccentric strengthening. This allows stretch while gaining tensile strength to the tendon.
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A 38-year-old member asked:

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Can't generalize: That is a question that must be determined on an individual basis.
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A 41-year-old member asked:

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Loaded question: There are so many reasons that someone could have heel pain. The proper course is to determine what your pathology is and then seek ways to rectify it... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:

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Seek medical help: Many times arch pain is an overuse injury. A sports podiatrist can evaluate your shoe gear as well as your form. More severe pathologies such as stres... Read More
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A 51-year-old male asked:

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Great job: That's great news! remember that warts are viral an can reappear. Keep your feet clean and dry.
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A 37-year-old member asked:

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Depends: Soft tissue injuries are all individual. The amount of time needed depends upon the type of injury, age and condition of the individual.
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A 47-year-old member asked:

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Not necessary: Sure...But it is not necessary. The risk outweighs the reward.
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Rule out: Swelling can be caused by many reasons. You should rule out serious conditions such as cardiac, pulmonary or renal pathology. See your primary care ph... Read More
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A 40-year-old female asked:

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Usually trauma: It is usually from some sort of trauma. It could lead to an infection. See your podiatrist soon.
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A 21-year-old female asked:

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No: You are suffering from the terrible toos...Too much, too often, with too little rest. Hold off on the ankle brace. Slow down your intensity and give o... Read More
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A 23-year-old female asked:

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Not exactly.: In actuality, the best option is to wear shoes that mimic the natural shape of your foot, with minimal heel height and wide toe box. Alternating is a... Read More
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A 62-year-old female asked:

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No: There are no pathologic specific shoes. Purchase a cushioned neutral shoe and focus on strengthening your entire lower extremity.
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A 31-year-old member asked:

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Many possibilities: There are many possibilities. Most common are, trauma, fungus, lichen plans and psoriasis.
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Definitely: Always remember that the human body is a kinetic chain. Imbalances in one area can manifest as pathology in another.
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Definitely: As long as your surgeon positions your toe with enough motion to spring forward, running is not a problem. Your heel height may need to fall under a... Read More
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A 36-year-old male asked:

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To: To prevent eczema on your feet, decrease perspiration by wearing moisture wicking socks.
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A 20-year-old female asked:

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Not necessarily: Depending on the type and severity of the fracture, healing will take several months. Your physician will take serial x-rays to monitor proper healin... Read More
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A 24-year-old male asked:

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Possibly: Whenever there is trauma to the nail bed there is an increased risk of fungal infection.
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Get checked out: Need to rule out either a revenue entrapment or a vascular issue. Seek medical attention.
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A 55-year-old female asked:

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Repetition: Treadmills require individuals to repeat the same footfall repetitively. As opposed to running in nature, the treadmill offers no variability. This ... Read More
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A 65-year-old male asked:

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No: No, as long as you dress properly and protect your extremities.
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Nope: Not weird...Just makes you..You!
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A 45-year-old member asked:

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Not : The astringent properties of purell will cause some drying of the area but it will not help athletes foot, as this is caused by a fungus.
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A 47-year-old member asked:

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Seek help: Perhaps they are not blisters. See your doctor.
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It is possible: All fish are great sources of protein. Gout is an inability to fully metabolize protein. It is possible for this fish to cause gout.
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A 27-year-old female asked:

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Kinetic chain: The body is a kinetic chain and needs to be evaluated properly. Seek out a sports podiatrist who is comfortable treating children.
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A 41-year-old member asked:

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Genetics: It's inherited. The other possibilities could be traumatic or degeneration due to metabolic conditions.
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No: Absolutely not. More importantly is whether your physician wrote the proper prescription for your pathology.
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Sure: Yes you can cut the dital end but you should change the shell.
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Gas bubbles: Usually small gas bubbles being released.
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A 19-year-old female asked:

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Seek help. : It is important to rule out more serious injury such as a fracture. You should be examined and possibly receive i agnostic tests such as an x-ray.
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Rule out fracture: Need to rule out fracture. See your podiatrist to have x-rays.
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Dr. Conenello is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you, your answer or tip was very helpful! Thanks for the reply. I love the treadmill but I will try to mix up my cardio routine.
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Thanks for your quick reply! Ulnar now that's a new word I better go look it up! Thank u for ur time!
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Thank you, your answer or tip was very helpful! Thanks for the answer
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
New York College of Podiatric Medicine
Graduated 1990MD
Awards
Top Sport Medicine Specialist , First Place, New York - Winter
2013
HealthTap Founding Doctor
Affiliations
Ameriac Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine
American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine
American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
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