Podiatrist in Philadelphia, Norristown, PA - Podiatry - Sabrina Minhas, DPM

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Meet Podiatrist Dr. Sabrina Minhas as she discusses foot care at the Center for Foot and Ankle Excellence in Philadelphia and Norristown.   

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The doctors and staff of the Center for Foot and Ankle Excellence are committed to providing the highest quality podiatric care in the Philadelphia area. Advanced and innovative diagnostic modalities, coupled with expert evaluations and skillfully applied solutions will improve the foot and ankle health of every patient we see.

From general foot care to major foot & ankle reconstructive surgery....
From pediatrics to geriatrics.....
From athletes to diabetics.....

The Center for Foot and Ankle Excellence will provide second-to-none management from the initial visit through the entire continuum of patient care utilizing state-of-the-art conservative, surgical and rehabilitative treatments. No deformity is too difficult to restore proper foot and ankle mechanics.

Our goal is to keep you moving pain-free!

At the Center for Foot and Ankle Excellence, we believe that a doctor and patient become a team for treating an individual’s feet. Our physicians spend most of their time listening to understand your concerns and responding with the best treatment options for you. With the help of our professional staff, they also follow up to make sure that generally pain is relieved, problems are resolved and your health improves. We also want our patients to be informed about podiatric problems and treatments, because informed patients make better decisions about their health and well being. That is why we’ve included an extensive section on this web site covering the full array of topics associated with podiatry and podiatric diagnoses and treatments.

We encourage you to look through these pages whenever you have an interest or concern about your feet. We also know that convenience in the Philadelphia area is important to your selection of a podiatrist. In these web pages you’ll find information about our office, including our 3 locations, maps, directions, hours, insurance policies and appointment scheduling. Please feel free to contact us with any questions you have or to request an appointment. We hope you’ll find our practice offers the accessibility and personal commitment you look for from a physician.

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Heel Pain - Philadelphia, Norristown, PA - Podiatrist Plantar Fasciitis Treatment

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Heel Pain - Philadelphia, Norristown, PA - Heel Pain Treatment by Podiatrist

Dr. Sabrina Minhas of Center for Foot and Ankle Excellence discusses the symptoms, causes and treatments for Heel Pain.

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Plantar fasciitis is the term commonly used to refer to heel and arch pain traced to an inflammation on the bottom of the foot. More specifically, plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the connective tissue, called plantar fascia, that stretches from the base of the toes, across the arch of the foot, to the point at which it inserts into the heel bone. Overpronation is the most common cause of plantar fasciitis. As the foot rolls inward excessively when walking, it flattens the foot, lengthens the arch, and puts added tension on the plantar fascia. Over time, this causes inflammation.

Also known as heel spur syndrome, the condition is often successfully treated with conservative measures, such as the use of anti-inflammatory medications, ice packs, stretching exercises, orthotic devices, and physical therapy. Note: Please consult your physician before taking any medications. In persistent cases, Extracorporeal Shock Wave Treatment (ESWT) may be used to treat the heel pain.

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Foot and Ankle Surgery - Norristown, Philadelphia, PA - Podiatrist, Ankle and Foot Surgeon

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Dr. Kenneth D'Ortone of Center for Foot and Ankle Excellence discusses the symptoms, causes and treatments for Ankle Sprain.

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 Surgery on the foot, ankle, or lower leg is usually performed by podiatric surgeons and orthopedic surgeons specializing in the foot and ankle.

Foot and ankle surgeries address a wide variety of foot problems, including:

• Sprains and fractures.
• Arthritis and joint disease.
• Benign and malignant tumors.
• Birth deformities.
• Bunions.
• Calluses and warts.
• Corns and hammertoes.
• Flatfeet.
• Heel or toe spurs.
• Neuromas (nerve tumors).

Many foot and ankle surgeries today can be performed in the doctor's office or a surgical center on an outpatient basis. They frequently can be performed using local anesthesia, in some cases combined with sedation. Most foot surgeries require a period of immobilization after the procedures with protective devices, such as a bandages, splints, surgical shoes, casts, or open sandals. Limited weight bearing, elevating and icing the foot, and keeping the area dry are commonly required for the first two weeks following surgery until sutures are removed. Most surgeons will encourage post-operative exercise of the foot and legs to speed recovery. In addition, many patients need additional therapy or treatments after surgery in order to aid in the healing and recovery process. These may include physiotherapy, orthotic devices, and special footwear. After sufficient healing time, which varies from procedure to procedure, most patients can resume wearing their usual footwear.

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Peripheral Neuropathy - Philadelphia, Norristown, PA - Podiatrist Neuropathy Treatment

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Peripheral Neuropathy  - Philadelphia, Norristown, PA -  Neuropathy Treatment by Podiatrist

Dr. Albert Giagnacova of Center for Foot and Ankle Excellence discusses the symptoms, causes and treatments for Peripheral Neuropathy.

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According to the American Diabetes Association, about 15.7 million people (5.9 percent of the United States population) have diabetes. Nervous system damage (also called neuropathy) affects about 60 to 70 percent of people with diabetes and is a major complication that may cause diabetics to lose feeling in their feet or hands.

Foot problems are a big risk in diabetics. Diabetics must constantly monitor their feet or face severe consequences, including amputation.

With a diabetic foot, a wound as small as a blister from wearing a shoe that's too tight can cause a lot of damage. Diabetes decreases blood flow, so injuries are slow to heal. When your wound is not healing, it's at risk for infection. As a diabetic, your infections spread quickly. If you have diabetes, you should inspect your feet every day. Look for puncture wounds, bruises, pressure areas, redness, warmth, blisters, ulcers, scratches, cuts and nail problems. Get someone to help you, or use a mirror.

When your feet become numb, they are at risk for becoming deformed. One way this happens is through ulcers. Open sores may become infected. Another way is the bone condition Charcot (pronounced "sharko") foot. This is one of the most serious foot problems you can face. It warps the shape of your foot when your bones fracture and disintegrate, and yet you continue to walk on it because it doesn't hurt. Diabetic foot ulcers and early phases of Charcot fractures can be treated with a total contact cast.

The shape of your foot molds the cast. It lets your ulcer heal by distributing weight and relieving pressure. If you have Charcot foot, the cast controls your foot's movement and supports its contours if you don't put any weight on it. To use a total contact cast, you need good blood flow in your foot. The cast is changed every week or two until your foot heals. A custom-walking boot is another way to treat your Charcot foot. It supports the foot until all the swelling goes down, which can take as long as a year. You should keep from putting your weight on the Charcot foot. Surgery is considered if your deformity is too severe for a brace or shoe. 

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