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Dr. Lee A Wittenberg, DPM

Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)

Dr. Lee Wittenberg is a 3 year surgically trained Podiatrist. Dr. Wittenberg is trained in all elements of foot and ankle surgery, wound care and limb salvage, and general Podiatric medicine. Dr. Lee Wittenberg is Board Certified by the American Board of Lower Extremity Surgery, as well as the American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgeons. Whether you need clinical treatment with orthotics, Diabetic shoes and insoles, or bracing of the foot and ankle for pathologies such as Drop Foot, Flat Foot reconstructions, care of an injury or fracture, or an ankle sprain, you can find the care you need at Apache Foot & Ankle Specialists. Dr. Wittenberg is also a wound care and limb salvage expert. If you have a long-standing or non-healing wound, Diabetes, or other Dermatologic issues, Apache Foot & Ankle Specialists can help you in those areas. Dr. Wittenberg is kind, compassionate, and ethical, and will always be looking out for the patients' best interests.
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24 years Experience
Dr. Lee A. Wittenberg, DPM
Specializes in:
  • Foot Injuries and Disorders
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Ohio College of Podiatric Medcine
  • Accepting new patients

Is ankle ligament surgery painful?

Pain is something I find to be variable in my patients. Some patients experience a great deal of pain after surgery, some have very little. Your physician should give you narcotic READ MORE
Pain is something I find to be variable in my patients. Some patients experience a great deal of pain after surgery, some have very little. Your physician should give you narcotic pain medication for pain-control after surgery.

How long does ankle ligament surgery take?

It depends on the surgeon and the procedure. But generally I would say 1-2 hours of surgery, 1.5-2 hours in pre-op, 1.5-2 hours in recovery.

How many days should you ice a sprained foot?

You should ice, elevate and rest for 2-3 weeks after such an injury. If the pain fully resolves before that, slowly return to normal activity. If the pain recurs, see a specialist READ MORE
You should ice, elevate and rest for 2-3 weeks after such an injury. If the pain fully resolves before that, slowly return to normal activity. If the pain recurs, see a specialist

I have a wound on hallux?

It appears to be a pyogenic granuloma-an overgrowth of granulation tissue. These are most often associated with ingrown toenails, but it could be something more insidious if it READ MORE
It appears to be a pyogenic granuloma-an overgrowth of granulation tissue. These are most often associated with ingrown toenails, but it could be something more insidious if it is recurring frequently and there is not much pain. You may want to have it checked out by a professional

What can physical therapists do for a sprained ankle?

They can help strengthen the ankle and do proprioceptive exercises. But you should wait until the pain abd swelling have resolved prior to considering PT

How long should you take opioids after ankle surgery?

Pain varies from patient to patient. But, in general, I would say 2-3 weeks at the most, depending on the type of surgery

Can I take tramadol after ankle surgery?

Your physician should have prescribed you pain medication for the post-operative period. But, yes, tramadol is a narcotic-like medication used for pain control, often after surgery READ MORE
Your physician should have prescribed you pain medication for the post-operative period. But, yes, tramadol is a narcotic-like medication used for pain control, often after surgery

Injured toenail?

Cut it off as close as possible or gently ease it off the proximal nail fold. Then keep the raw nail bed covered with antibiotic ointment and a band aid until it heals. If you READ MORE
Cut it off as close as possible or gently ease it off the proximal nail fold. Then keep the raw nail bed covered with antibiotic ointment and a band aid until it heals. If you see signs of infection, seek medical attention

How can I reduce swelling in my feet after surgery?

Swelling is normal after surgery. Post-operative swelling may last from 3-12 months after surgery, and may come and go. Ice, elevate, take NSAIDs, and use compression to alleviate READ MORE
Swelling is normal after surgery. Post-operative swelling may last from 3-12 months after surgery, and may come and go. Ice, elevate, take NSAIDs, and use compression to alleviate post-op swelling

Why does my ankle hurt after physical activity?

There are many possible reasons for your pain including, but not limited to, trauma, arthritis, tendon or ligament issues, flat foot, joint abnormalities, gout, and other pathology. READ MORE
There are many possible reasons for your pain including, but not limited to, trauma, arthritis, tendon or ligament issues, flat foot, joint abnormalities, gout, and other pathology. You should be examined and get a proper diagnosis.

How can I get rid of tendonitis in my ankle?

It depends what’s causing the tendinitis. You may need arch supports, a brace, anti-inflammatory medication, or physical therapy. If the problem persists, you should have an READ MORE
It depends what’s causing the tendinitis. You may need arch supports, a brace, anti-inflammatory medication, or physical therapy. If the problem persists, you should have an mri to insure the tendon is not torn or damaged. Sometimes a surgical repair is necessary.

What type of anesthesia is done for heel surgery?

General anesthesia, conscious sedation, and local anesthesia, or combinations of the above are used for foot and ankle surgery

I have a swollen painful left foot?

You should seek immediate medical attention. Infection can occur without a laceration or open wound. He may have gout. There may be a circulation issue. You probably should READ MORE
You should seek immediate medical attention. Infection can occur without a laceration or open wound. He may have gout. There may be a circulation issue. You probably should go sooner than later

What are the risks of plantar fasciitis surgery?

Most of the time I do not have to do surgery to treat plantar fasciitis. If you are seeing a physician who has not tried to treat you with injections, foot strappings, anti-inflammatory READ MORE
Most of the time I do not have to do surgery to treat plantar fasciitis. If you are seeing a physician who has not tried to treat you with injections, foot strappings, anti-inflammatory medications, physical therapy, orthotics, and other modalities and he/she is simply going the surgical route, find a better physician that knows and understands how to treat the problem properly

What type of nerve block is used for foot surgery?

It depends on what type of surgery you are having, and your physician's preferences along with your preferences (sometimes). But in general, we use a combination of local anesthesia READ MORE
It depends on what type of surgery you are having, and your physician's preferences along with your preferences (sometimes). But in general, we use a combination of local anesthesia in combination with either conscious sedation or general anesthesia

What is the treatment for a torn ankle ligament?

Initially, a torn ligament may be treated conservatively with immobilization, anti-inflammatory medications, injections, ankle braces, rest, and ice. If the ankle ligament causes READ MORE
Initially, a torn ligament may be treated conservatively with immobilization, anti-inflammatory medications, injections, ankle braces, rest, and ice. If the ankle ligament causes an instability of the ankle, you will require surgery to fix the problem and repair the ankle ligaments

Is plantar fasciitis surgery recovery painful?

Pain is a completely individual experience. I sometimes do surgery on patients who have very little pain after surgery, and sometimes they have a great deal of pain. Pain tolerance READ MORE
Pain is a completely individual experience. I sometimes do surgery on patients who have very little pain after surgery, and sometimes they have a great deal of pain. Pain tolerance is different from individual to individual. But you physician should be giving you pain medication for post-operative pain.

How do you relieve pain in the bottom of your foot?

There are many reasons for pain at the bottom of the foot. These might include tendinitis, nerve related pain, joint pain, plantar fasciitis, muscular pain, pain from improper READ MORE
There are many reasons for pain at the bottom of the foot. These might include tendinitis, nerve related pain, joint pain, plantar fasciitis, muscular pain, pain from improper function and biomechanics, and other reasons. Treatment options depend on the pathology. It is in your best interest to have the problem evaluated by a specialist, and then your diagnosis will lead to the appropriate treatment.

Do you need physical therapy after a broken foot?

Sometimes. It depends on how long you have been immobilized, how the foot/ankle is functioning after healing the fracture. This will be a decision between you and your physician. READ MORE
Sometimes. It depends on how long you have been immobilized, how the foot/ankle is functioning after healing the fracture. This will be a decision between you and your physician.

Do chiropractors treat foot joint pain?

Chiropractors can treat any part of the body. But the results depend on what the pathology is. Not everything can be treated by manipulation.