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Dr. Timothy Liddy, DPM
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
Dr. Timothy Liddy is a podiatrist practicing in West Hollywood, CA. Dr. Liddy is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Liddy 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.
Dr. Timothy Liddy, DPM
- Los Angeles, CA
- Accepting new patients
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Does tendonitis ever fully heal?
Yes, but the age of the patient and recurrent or chronic tendonitis changes the answer. Once any tissue is injured, (except bone or liver), there is a repair process. Scar tissue READ MORE
Yes, but the age of the patient and recurrent or chronic tendonitis changes the answer. Once any tissue is injured, (except bone or liver), there is a repair process. Scar tissue replaces the collagen base tendon and subsists as a weak layer in the matrix of the tissue. This weak layer predisposes you to new injury. PRP or mesenchymal treatments can dramatically improve the outcomes when applied to the weak collagen layers. I have had excellent results with these applications over the last 15 years.
I feel like the bottoms of my feet are swollen. What could be wrong?
Swelling is a sign of inflammation. Inflammation is one of the first signs of a tissue repair process. This implies there has been an injury in need of repair. Both repetetive READ MORE
Swelling is a sign of inflammation. Inflammation is one of the first signs of a tissue repair process. This implies there has been an injury in need of repair. Both repetetive over use and acute injuries will be followed by inflammation and swelling. Best to get this checked by a professional if it does not resolve.
Thick toenails that grow out extremely slowly?
Ingrown toenail removal or avulsions can be permanent or temporary. The appearance of the nail will be narrower after permanent removal and the full width of the nail should regrow READ MORE
Ingrown toenail removal or avulsions can be permanent or temporary. The appearance of the nail will be narrower after permanent removal and the full width of the nail should regrow after temporary removal. Depending on your metabolism, age and nutrition, the rate of growth can be fast or slow. Average rate to grow the full length of the nail varies between 6-9 months. Trauma to the nail bed or the matrix, (area of specialized tissue that produces the nail plate), may have been caused from the surgery. The inflammation to repair the injury may cause a thickening of the nail plate or horizontal ridges. These can look terrible, especially for a young lady wanting to wear sandals. Other explanations to explain the thickened appearance are fungal infection of the nail bed. The options to treat fungal infections are antifungal medications or laser therapy. The foul odor is typical of fungal debris building up under the nail and should be taken care of as soon as possible. You need to see a professional who specializes in the care and treatment of your condition. You should be able to make an appointment with a podiatrist and they will help to solve your problem.
Regards,
Dr. Liddy
Regards,
Dr. Liddy
Do acupressure slippers work for relieving pain?
Hi,
Sorry to hear you have such severe pain over the last 3 months. Proper diagnosis is imperative prior to suggesting a treatment plan. Having no history of trauma and having READ MORE
Hi,
Sorry to hear you have such severe pain over the last 3 months. Proper diagnosis is imperative prior to suggesting a treatment plan. Having no history of trauma and having numbness as one of the symptoms makes this more difficult to narrow down. The area of symptoms includes the entire foot and ankle. Most types of sprains and strains will eventually get better over time with physical therapy and bracing. We have a specialized laser specific for treating pain called MLS LASER. This is one of the best remedies and is without any pharmaceuticals. If the problem is neurologic, coming from the low back, then a back specialist should be consulted. Taking ibuprofen and acetaminophen together has a powerful analgesic affect and can be comparable to the relief of opiates. Wearing acupressure inserts can work on trigger point locations, but acupuncture provides a more comprehensive and satisfying result for pain control. (We have an acupuncture doctor on our staff.) For the best treatment protocols for your pain, please seek a comprehensive exam to find out the origin of the pain.
Sincerely,
Dr. Liddy
Sorry to hear you have such severe pain over the last 3 months. Proper diagnosis is imperative prior to suggesting a treatment plan. Having no history of trauma and having numbness as one of the symptoms makes this more difficult to narrow down. The area of symptoms includes the entire foot and ankle. Most types of sprains and strains will eventually get better over time with physical therapy and bracing. We have a specialized laser specific for treating pain called MLS LASER. This is one of the best remedies and is without any pharmaceuticals. If the problem is neurologic, coming from the low back, then a back specialist should be consulted. Taking ibuprofen and acetaminophen together has a powerful analgesic affect and can be comparable to the relief of opiates. Wearing acupressure inserts can work on trigger point locations, but acupuncture provides a more comprehensive and satisfying result for pain control. (We have an acupuncture doctor on our staff.) For the best treatment protocols for your pain, please seek a comprehensive exam to find out the origin of the pain.
Sincerely,
Dr. Liddy
