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Dr. Kathleen T. Neuhoff, DPM

Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)

Dr. Kathleen Neuhoff is a podiatrist practicing in South Bend, IN. Dr. Neuhoff is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Neuhoff diagnoses and treats conditions of the feet. The feet are key body parts that give a person stability, absorb shock, allow for walking and standing and are necessary for overall well-being. So, the feet need expert care. Podiatrists can specialize in surgery, wound care, sports medicine, diabetic care and pediatrics.
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Dr. Kathleen T. Neuhoff, DPM
  • South Bend, IN
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Why is the top of my left foot swollen?

There are many possible reasons for swelling on the top of your foot. These include malfunction of the veins in your foot or leg, and injuries such as a stress fracture. It would READ MORE
There are many possible reasons for swelling on the top of your foot. These include malfunction of the veins in your foot or leg, and injuries such as a stress fracture. It would be best to have your foot checked out by a podiatrist.

Kathleen Neuhoff, DPM 

Can you treat heel spurs at home?

There are several types of heel spurs. Few, if any, are caused by wearing any particular kind of shoe, although a shoe can make a spur more painful. Depending on the type of spur, READ MORE
There are several types of heel spurs. Few, if any, are caused by wearing any particular kind of shoe, although a shoe can make a spur more painful. Depending on the type of spur, there are various types of treatments, including orthotics and surgery. An examination by a podiatrist, including X-rays, would help you decide how to solve the problem rather than just masking the symptoms with anti-inflammatory medications which usually become steadily less effective.

Should I try to remove a toenail?

If you can tape the nail in position with paper tape, it is better to keep it in place as long as possible. This will help the new nail grow in normally. If the old nail is removed, READ MORE
If you can tape the nail in position with paper tape, it is better to keep it in place as long as possible. This will help the new nail grow in normally. If the old nail is removed, the new nail is more likely to grow in thicker. Also, if there is any increase in pain or swelling, you need to have the toe checked to be sure it is not infected.

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What can I do about my nail infection?

If the infection is caused by an ingrowing portion of the nail, it will not heal without removing that portion of the nail. It is just as if you had a splinter embedded in your READ MORE
If the infection is caused by an ingrowing portion of the nail, it will not heal without removing that portion of the nail. It is just as if you had a splinter embedded in your skin. No medication will fix the splinter (or ingrown nail); it must be removed. In most cases, however, the entire nail does not need to be removed, only the ingrown portion. After it heals, this will look completely normal.

Kathleen Neuhoff, DPM

Can tight shoes cause corns on my feet?

There is always a reason for a corn.  Shoes that are too tight is one reason.  Corns can also be caused by bone spurs. Stop wearing those shoes...if the problem does not resolve, READ MORE
There is always a reason for a corn.  Shoes that are too tight is one reason.  Corns can also be caused by bone spurs. Stop wearing those shoes...if the problem does not resolve, go to a podiatrist and have radiographs done to see if ther is another problem.
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Why is my toe bleeding randomly?

You could have a broken bone in your toe or infection. Either of these can cause bleeding. They can be quite dangerous. An infection in the bone could cause you to lose your toe. READ MORE
You could have a broken bone in your toe or infection. Either of these can cause bleeding. They can be quite dangerous. An infection in the bone could cause you to lose your toe. You need to go to a podiatrist or family doctor as soon as you can.

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Why do shoes give me a rash?

You may have an allergy to the material in that particular pair of shoes. Best thing to do is avoid wearing that pair of shoes. If you begin to see that same reaction with other READ MORE
You may have an allergy to the material in that particular pair of shoes. Best thing to do is avoid wearing that pair of shoes. If you begin to see that same reaction with other shoes, you could be tested for allergies to leather.

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Are there home remedies for foot fungus?

You can use 50% white vinegar and warm water and apply it to your feet twice a day. You can also use over the counter Lamisil or Lotrimin. If these are not effective, you should READ MORE
You can use 50% white vinegar and warm water and apply it to your feet twice a day. You can also use over the counter Lamisil or Lotrimin. If these are not effective, you should go to the doctor or a podiatrist because it may not be a fungus.

Kathleen Neuhoff, DPM

Why does my big toe hurt when I apply too much pressure?

There are many possible causes for this problem. They include ingrowing toenails, gout, injuries, arthritis. Best to go to your podiatrist and have it evaluated. X-rays might be READ MORE
There are many possible causes for this problem. They include ingrowing toenails, gout, injuries, arthritis. Best to go to your podiatrist and have it evaluated. X-rays might be required also.

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Why are my feet dry and cracked?

You should see a podiatrist or a dermatologist. You may have tinea pedis, which is a form of fungal infection on your feet.

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Is there any way to prevent plantar warts?

The warts are caused by a virus. In a young patient, there are treatments to prevent recurrence, but there is nothing to prevent them in an adult.

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I have an ingrown toenail. How would it be removed?

First, the toe is usually numbed. Then all or part of the nail is removed. That part of the nail root is either removed or treated with a chemical so it will never grow back. This READ MORE
First, the toe is usually numbed. Then all or part of the nail is removed. That part of the nail root is either removed or treated with a chemical so it will never grow back. This is generally done in an office.

Kathleen Neuhoff, DPM 

How are bunions removed?

They can be removed with surgery. Most bunion surgery is done by podiatrists who are foot specialists, but you can also use an orthopedic surgeon who has received additional training READ MORE
They can be removed with surgery. Most bunion surgery is done by podiatrists who are foot specialists, but you can also use an orthopedic surgeon who has received additional training in bunion surgery.

Kathleen Neuhoff, DPM 

How are calluses treated?

Callouses are a symptom of many different problems so their treatment depends on the cause. If they are caused by bone spurs, the spurs can be removed. If they are caused by the READ MORE
Callouses are a symptom of many different problems so their treatment depends on the cause. If they are caused by bone spurs, the spurs can be removed. If they are caused by the wrong type of shoe, more appropriate shoes for a particular foot structure can be used. If they are caused by warts, the warts can be treated. If they are caused by foot shifting, an orthotic may be used. Your podiatrist should be able to help you determine the cause and treatment options.

Kathleen Neuhoff, DPM 

I have a recurrent problem of ingrown toenails. What should I do?

A podiatrist can perform a simple surgery to permanently remove the ingrown portion of the nail. It can be done in the office and patients usually return to work the next day. Kathleen READ MORE
A podiatrist can perform a simple surgery to permanently remove the ingrown portion of the nail. It can be done in the office and patients usually return to work the next day.

Kathleen Neuhoff, DPM 

I have a little bone growth just under my toe. Will it have to be treated with surgery?

The bump can be treated with padding and protection, but the only way to actually fix the problem is to remove it with surgery. It is a simple surgery which can be done through READ MORE
The bump can be treated with padding and protection, but the only way to actually fix the problem is to remove it with surgery. It is a simple surgery which can be done through a tiny incision. Most patients can return to work in two to three days.

Kathleen Neuhoff, DPM 

I have a weird growth on my ankle. What could it be?

There are too many possibilities with such a limited amount of information...it could be a ganglion cyst, a bone spur, a tumor or multiple other things. Best plan is to go to an READ MORE
There are too many possibilities with such a limited amount of information...it could be a ganglion cyst, a bone spur, a tumor or multiple other things. Best plan is to go to an orthopedist or a podiatrist for an evaluation.

Kathleen Neuhoff, DPM 

How is a diabetic foot treated?

Treatment depends upon symptoms. Many diabetic feet are not symptomatic at all. These just need to be monitored. If this symptom is nerve pain, there are many medications that READ MORE
Treatment depends upon symptoms. Many diabetic feet are not symptomatic at all. These just need to be monitored. If this symptom is nerve pain, there are many medications that help with this. If this symptom is numbness there are other medications that will help with that. Of course, in every situation control of the diabetes is most important. A podiatrist, endocrinologist, or your family doctor can help you determine which is the best choice for your mother. 

Kathleen Neuhoff, DPM 

What shoes should I wear for hammertoe?

Hammer toes are an inherited problem, so shoe style will not prevent them from progressing. Wearing well-fitted extra depth shoes may keep the hammertoes from becoming painful. READ MORE
Hammer toes are an inherited problem, so shoe style will not prevent them from progressing. Wearing well-fitted extra depth shoes may keep the hammertoes from becoming painful. Custom orthotics may slow their progression, but that is not well proven.

Kathleen Neuhoff, DPM

I am not able to flex my foot. Why?

If this is a new problem, you may have tendinitis, edema in your foot, tarsal tunnel, or other problems. You need to see if a podiatrist and orthopod or your primary care physician READ MORE
If this is a new problem, you may have tendinitis, edema in your foot, tarsal tunnel, or other problems. You need to see if a podiatrist and orthopod or your primary care physician to determine the cause.

Dr. Kathleen Neuhoff