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Dr. Sandra P. Garcia
- Bronx, New York
- New York College of Podiatry
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Do store orthotics work?
I do not recommend the outside orthotics. It is better to get molded for your true fit.
Ingrown toenail surgery now have thick ridged nails
The doctor who did this procedure, sounds like he or she did a poor job by touching the matrix of the nail which is under the cuticle. Unfortunately, you could only cover the nail READ MORE
The doctor who did this procedure, sounds like he or she did a poor job by touching the matrix of the nail which is under the cuticle. Unfortunately, you could only cover the nail with a fake nail.
What's this feeling on the bottom of my toe?
It could be nerve degeneration of that nerve root. Increase your intake of vit B and Folic Acid.
Dull pain in my big toe with no presumed cause, what is it?
Big toe pain is known for low levels of Vit D. Visit a podiatrist for Vit D serum blood levels.
How to reduce the pain due to ankle sprain?
Rest, ice, elevate and strap. If you need to walk, get crutches. Also, an MRI may be needed after 4 weeks of no full recovery.
I have a painful, swollen ankle following an injury. What to do?
Hopefully you are wearing ankle support to allow healing of those ligament tear fibers on your lateral side of the ankle. Rest and Brace are the keys.
Why am I experiencing ankle pain after two years of arthroscopic surgery?
Like with any surgery, even orthroscopic nerve endings get sacrificed during the procedure. If you remember your surgical consent describes all the nerve damage always caused by READ MORE
Like with any surgery, even orthroscopic nerve endings get sacrificed during the procedure. If you remember your surgical consent describes all the nerve damage always caused by surgery. Try Folic Acid 3 Times per day and ask for a nerve conduction test.
Is my ankle sprained?
You need to let us know your level of pain from 1-10. Also, where is your pain, on the outside of the ankle which is the weakest area.and it drags the foot by the 5 toe. And if READ MORE
You need to let us know your level of pain from 1-10. Also, where is your pain, on the outside of the ankle which is the weakest area.and it drags the foot by the 5 toe. And if the inside called the medial compartment is also affected is a worse sprain. Overall, you need to be on a cam boot for 4 weeks.
There is a feeling of discomfort in my right foot. What could this be?
We need to do a X-ray to see the bone structures to determine where the pain is coming from and prescription of a NSAID for 1 week like Aleve. If stomach upset is your problem, READ MORE
We need to do a X-ray to see the bone structures to determine where the pain is coming from and prescription of a NSAID for 1 week like Aleve. If stomach upset is your problem, just a Tylenol for 7 days.
I am getting frequent ankle swelling. Can it be cured?
You may have venous insufficiency, meaning your venous system has changed. Also, in your next physical, ask your general doc how is your BUN and creatinine ranges, these let you READ MORE
You may have venous insufficiency, meaning your venous system has changed. Also, in your next physical, ask your general doc how is your BUN and creatinine ranges, these let you know how your kidneys are functioning.
Do heel bone fractures require surgery?
If you are 1-30 years old, fracture heals in 4 weeks and 30-50, they heal in 5 weeks.... so age is a factor. Also, your intake of calcium with Vit D... do a DEXA test to evaluate READ MORE
If you are 1-30 years old, fracture heals in 4 weeks and 30-50, they heal in 5 weeks.... so age is a factor. Also, your intake of calcium with Vit D... do a DEXA test to evaluate your whole body calcium, bone density, then do the surgery.
My mother is diabetic and has thick nail growth in her feet. How can we cut them while avoiding injury?
I advise you strongly to see a podiatrist. Podiatrists are trained to care for diabetics with many comorbidities, including painful fungus nails.
Why do I wake up with pain in my heels everyday?
Shooting pain translates to neurological, which means nerve involvement. You need to get Folic Acid OVC, no interference with any other meds that people take . Also, stretching READ MORE
Shooting pain translates to neurological, which means nerve involvement. You need to get Folic Acid OVC, no interference with any other meds that people take . Also, stretching Plantar Fasciitis exercises - google them and also check your lower back.
What to do for swollen feet?
I will prescribe you Diuretics - water tablets to release the fluid retention on your ankle. Also, I will do circulation test.
I have a corn in my foot. Can corn cap remove that?
Visiting your podiatrist will do a better job than a chemical application that can lead to a chemical burn/infection.
Could weight be a contributing factor for ankle and knee pain?
Yes, body weight does affect our joints. Try to do a small diet to lose 5-7 pounds that would help your joints. Also, knee and ankle manipulations, google them.
