Athlete's Foot and Fungal Infections of the Foot

Athletes foot is a common skin infection found on the feet.  When the fungal infection gets into the nails, they can become thick discolored and brittle.  This is called onychomycosis or toenail fungus.  These infections are only skin and nail infections, however, they should be treated quickly to avoid spread of infection.  A podiatrist is the best doctor to see for fungal infections of the foot.  At Advanced Podiatry in Tampa we treat these infections with the most advanced treatments and technology available.  Call us today in Tampa at 813-875-0555 or on the web at http://www.theTampaPodiatrist.com.

Foot Arch and Heel Pain?

Foot, arch and heel pain can be caused by a mechanical instability in your foot.  With incorrect foot and ankle function, various muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints are stressed ultimately leading to pain.  Addressing the mechanics of the foot with an orthotic or custom insole is often the solution.  A custom device and exam by a podiatrist are critical to long-term relief and avoidance of further foot damage and future injuries.  If you have foot pain and need relief see the podiatrists at Advanced Podiatry in Tampa.  Trust the experts, not a Dr. Scholl's machine, high school student at a running store or a salesperson at a "foot" store.  Many people come to see me and have been placed in some type of cushion, insole or shoe only to find out that their pain actually was from a fracture or soft tissue tear.  Your feet need to last a lifetime, give the the expertise they deserve.

How Can Prolotherapy Help My Foot and Ankle Pain?

Dr. Marc Katz of Advanced Podiatry in Tampa can help you become free from foot and ankle pain using prolotherapy.  Dr. Katz is one of the few podiatrists in the country using this advanced treatment and he has developed an impressive protocol over years to help you.  And the good news is that you can avoid cortisone and surgery.  Dr. Katz can help you with these major advances in "Regenerative Medicine".  Call to finally get relief, 813-875-0555

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If I have foot pain and can walk, does it mean I don't have a fracture?

Not necessarily.  Stress fractures are an injury caused by over-use.  Some forms of over-use include increasing activity level, change in the terrain you normally train on, change in shoes, or barefoot walking/running.  All of the above-mentioned activities, can increase the stress load to the bottom of the foot causing weakening and injury to certain areas of the bone.  Initially, the bone does not fracture but instead becomes weakened in the high pressure area.  The continued pressure on that part of the bone can eventually cause a crack in the bone or a stress fracture.  Stress fractures present with mild swelling, redness and localized pain to one spot on your foot, which means you can still walk on your foot without realizing you even have a fracture!  If you think you may have a stress fracture, don’t wait to seek treatment.  CallAdvanced Podiatry today for an appointment with Drs. Katz and Johnston.  With their help, you can get the pain relief you need to continue the activities that you love!

What does “over-pronation” mean when I run or walk?

Pronation is part of a normal gait pattern (the way you walk).  Pronation involves the arch flattening to the ground and the heel turning outward.  Pronation during walking helps to absorb shock on full contact to the ground and also helps to lift the foot off the ground.  Some people stay in a pronated position for a longer period of time than what is normal during walking or running, which we term as “over-pronation.”  If the foot stays in a flatter position and the arch does not return, then this abnormal walking pattern can cause strain to the inside aspect of the knee, shin splints, and plantar fasciitis just to name a few.  Over-pronators need to have custom orthotics fabricated for their foot type because most soft inserts will collapse from the force of the arch collapsing too long.  If you think you may be over-pronating or have been told by running stores that you over-pronate, call Advanced Podiatry at (813) 875-0555 and make an appointment for Drs. Katz and Johnston to perform a full evaluation of any foot, ankle or leg pain you may be experiencing from over-pronating.

What’s the difference between using ice versus heat to alleviate foot and ankle pain?

Should I use ice or heat to relief foot and ankle pain?

This is a very common question from patients: when to use ice versus heat therapy.  Cold therapy such as ice packs constrict blood vessels to reduce bleeding as well as reducing nerve responses which stimulate pain.  It also limits the inflammatory response which reduces swelling.  Icing is very effective in alleviating pain but it is important to ice until the area is numb.  Burning, tingling or aching may occur initially; however, to sustain optimal icing benefits, you should apply ice until the area is numb.  Heat packs allow muscles to relax and reduce stiffness in joints.  Heat allows blood vessels to open and increases exchange of nutrients while eliminating waste simultaneously.  Heat should be applied cautiously with use of an interface such as a towel instead of direct contact on the skin.  If you are using either modality for foot or ankle pain that does not appear to be resolving, call Advanced Podiatry at 813-875-0555.  Let Drs.Katz and Johnston  evaluate why ice/heat therapy isn’t resolving the pain and find a treatment plan that will work for you!

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Why Is It So Hard to Get Rid of Heel Pain?

This is a common question that I get from patients. Most people with heel pain get relief with standard treatments in a reasonable amount of time. However, a small portion of people have lingering pain even with multiple and varying treatments. In some cases you can get quick relief only to have the pain return and the same treatments started all over again!

There can be many reasons for this lingering frustrating heel pain course. No matter what treatment you have, you are still putting regular pressure from simple everyday waking.  This can slow or stop the healing process. Other reasons may include an incorrect diagnosis of the cause of the pain or the cause of the heel pain not being addressed at all. Some treatments may only address the symptoms and not the cause. 

In my opinion one of the main reasons for heel pain treatment failure is that the body had turned off its own internal healing mechanisms. When this occurs, many doctors will keep using cortisone which actually makes the problem worse.  Or your doctor may suggest surgery. We offer you many better options for heel pain relief that use the natural healing power of your body.

There are excellent alternatives to address failed heel pain treatments. At Advanced Podiatry in Tampa, we have developed alternative protocols to finally stop your pain and promote the natural healing of your body.  This can help you avoid cortisone and surgery, two treatments that are more destructive than regenerative. Treatments with prolotherapy and platelet rich plasma represent a breakthrough option for you to heal. These treatments are considered "Regenerative Medicine".

If you have heel pain or other foot and ankle pain that will not get better, call us for treatment options that are advanced and not offered by other doctors.  Regenerative medicine is your answer to true healing not just a band-aid.  Call us at (813) 875-0555 or on the web at http://www.thetampapodiatrist.com