EXPERT
Dr. Peter Redko, DPM, FACFAS
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
Dr. Peter Redko is a board certified foot and ankle surgeon and has been with North Bay Foot & Ankle center since 2004. Prior to relocating to Petaluma, Dr. Redko was the chief of foot and ankle surgery at Beverly Hills Surgical Institute in Los Angeles. He currently has offices in Petaluma and Sonoma and is on staff at Palm Drive, Petaluma Valley. Novato Community, and Sonoma Valley Hospitals.
Dr. Peter Redko, DPM, FACFAS
- Petaluma, CA
- Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Accepting new patients
"Mom, Dad - My Feet Hurt!"
While this is not something parents look forward to hearing, it may actually be a welcome confirmation that a flat foot problem exists. Children and adolescents often fail to...
Is it ok to massage plantar fasciitis?
Yes, absolutely. I recommend freezing a plastic bottle filled with water and roll your arch back and forth over with mild to moderate pressure 15 mins 3 x a day.
Do acupressure slippers work for relieving pain?
If you've been wearing them for 2-3 years and are still in pain, then is seems like they are not working. You should consult your podiatrist to determine the source of the inflammation READ MORE
If you've been wearing them for 2-3 years and are still in pain, then is seems like they are not working. You should consult your podiatrist to determine the source of the inflammation and pain.
Can being overweight cause ankle pain?
Remember that your feet have to carry everything above them, so the more weight above, the more they have to carry. Yes, being overweight can cause to greater lower extremity strain, READ MORE
Remember that your feet have to carry everything above them, so the more weight above, the more they have to carry. Yes, being overweight can cause to greater lower extremity strain, fatigue, and pain.
How can I relieve foot pain?
First it's important to determine why you're having foot pain. Then you can develop a treatment plan
Why does my foot randomly ache sometimes?
It may be getting fatigued and this will cause aching. Make sure you are wearing supportive shoes and drink plenty of water during the day.
How to ice and heat a broken ankle?
For a broken bone, you would want to ice for the first 5 days, 20 mins out of each hour as needed.
How long does it take for nerves to heal after foot surgery?
A risk of surgery is permanent numbness if the nerves are damaged.
What is the home remedy for ankle pain?
If you twisted the ankle and can still walk on it, then apply topical pain creams, and use Tylenol or Ibuprofen if you can take it. Ice also helps, 20 mins out of each hour. If READ MORE
If you twisted the ankle and can still walk on it, then apply topical pain creams, and use Tylenol or Ibuprofen if you can take it. Ice also helps, 20 mins out of each hour. If it does not improve or gets worse, see your doc.
What to do right after twisting your ankle?
Make sure you can move the ankle up and down without the pain increasing, otherwise see your doctor. Apply ice to the area 20 mins out of each hour as needed, use ibuprofen if READ MORE
Make sure you can move the ankle up and down without the pain increasing, otherwise see your doctor. Apply ice to the area 20 mins out of each hour as needed, use ibuprofen if you can take it, rest the ankle, use an ankle brace, wear supportive shoes. If the pain and swelling is not getting better, or is getting worse, see your doctor
When should I see a doctor for heel pain?
If your heel pain is not improving after a week or two with rest, icing, anti-inflammatories. Or, if the pain is getting worse, see your doc
Are you awake for foot surgery?
Usually patients are not awake during foot surgery, unless it’s a minor procedure in the office. Most of the time foot surgery in the hospital or surgical center setting is performed READ MORE
Usually patients are not awake during foot surgery, unless it’s a minor procedure in the office. Most of the time foot surgery in the hospital or surgical center setting is performed under conscious sedation, where you are given relaxing and sleep medication through an IV. In this scenario it’s as if you’re taking a nap during the procedure, and you will not remember any discomfort you may have while the doctor administers numbing medication to the surgical area. If the procedure is longer or complicated, general anesthesia may be used, where you also take a nap and will not remember any discomfort, but a machine will help you breath. This is a deeper level of anesthesia. A third form is spinal anesthesia, where the anesthesiologist will give you an injection in your spine, numbing your legs. Here you will be more awake, but will not feel your legs or any discomfort in the area during the procedure and for a period of time afterwards. You should discuss all these options with your surgeon and anesthesiologists to determine which form of anesthesia is best for you.
Why does the bone under my big toe hurt?
Under our big toes live two small pea sized bones called sesamoids. They can get injured and become inflamed and sometimes crack, causing pain and swelling. If the pain does not READ MORE
Under our big toes live two small pea sized bones called sesamoids. They can get injured and become inflamed and sometimes crack, causing pain and swelling. If the pain does not improve or worsens, even with rest, topical pain creams, or anti-inflammatory medications (if you can safely use them), see your doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.
What is the best pain relief for plantar fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is an inflammatory condition of the ligament that connects the ball of the foot to the heel, which can progress to a degenerative condition if it does not improve. READ MORE
Plantar fasciitis is an inflammatory condition of the ligament that connects the ball of the foot to the heel, which can progress to a degenerative condition if it does not improve. Ice, stretching, massage, anti-inflammatories, topical pain creams, proper supportive shoes, and rest are the initial treatments. If this does not help after a couple weeks, or gets worse, see your podiatrist for a proper evaluation and treatment plan.
What can I do with my chronic foot pain?
This can be arthritis, tendinitis, capsulitis, or various other reasons. See your podiatrist to get a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.
How long does it take to recover from a broken ankle?
Depends on the severity of the injury. If he doesn't need surgery then at least 6 weeks, longer if it's more complicated. It may by 3 months or longer before he can by physically READ MORE
Depends on the severity of the injury. If he doesn't need surgery then at least 6 weeks, longer if it's more complicated. It may by 3 months or longer before he can by physically active on the field. You need to discussed this with the doc.
The arch in my foot has lessened over time?
Our bodies are constantly changing, including the arch height. This is not necessarily "bad", but may mean you need more support for the arch going forward.
How to ease pain in my right ankle?
Why are you always leaning on the right ankle? There may be a biomechanical reason for this which can be alleviated. See your doc
When do you see a doctor for a sore ankle?
If it hurts to walk, is bruised, or the pain is getting worse.
How do I know if my ankle injury is serious?
If you have any concern about this, then it's telling you to see your doctor.
Do they numb you for ingrown toenail surgery?
Yes, it is typical to anesthetize the area that is being worked on.
