Dr. Grace Torres-hodges

Podiatry 24 years experience

Minimally 12 weeks: Without a complete history of your injury and sports activity, the non-displaced fractures will take a minimum of 6-8 weeks to heal (assuming there ar... Read More

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A 33-year-old female asked:

I keep getting this feeling that a string or piece of hair is wrapped around my pinky toe? any idea what causes this feeling?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Best to see podiatry: A good medical history and clinical examination is needed to answer this questions because there are several etiologies to that kind of symptom. Best... Read More

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Dr. Susan Rhoads agrees1 doctor agrees

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A female asked:

The top of the toe is super itchy and peeling ...it burns a little no to bad though only when i itch soo....

Podiatry 24 years experience

Could be fungal: Should be checked and examined. Proper topical treatment may all that needs to be prescribed. If left untreated may spread and become more invasive.... Read More

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A 29-year-old female asked:

Had below-knee right leg amputation and damage around knee on left leg 2 years ago. can walk on prosthetic leg. can i still go through a pregnancy?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Ready for children: Why not? Talk to your OB, but barring that your condition does not have any systemic concerns, the physical absence of a limb and injury to the knee ... Read More

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A 43-year-old member asked:

Split workout or full body workout, which is better?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Depends...: Depends on how hard and long you plan to work out and what your schedule has been up to date. Consider working with a personal trainer to have good o... Read More

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A 37-year-old member asked:

What is the best diet for gout patients?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Low purine foods: Gout can be triggered by purine rich foods, diuretics or alcohol. It causes the body to have an increase in uric acid resulting from too much product... Read More

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A 22-year-old male asked:

May (in-grown toe nail) recur if cured, why? is it cured just by surgery or some medications may work ?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Matrixectomy: Unless the nail matrix (root) is removed, there is always a chance of the nail problem recurring. There is a difference between a nail matrixectomy (... Read More

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A 31-year-old male asked:

My ankle is swollen after working out and doing jumping jacks. 1st time working out since april 2014. should i be worried. how can i heal my ankle?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Take it slow: That's more than 6+ months since you've worked out and the key is to not immediately stress the ankle. Make sure that you condition yourself with str... Read More

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Dr. Alan Ali agrees1 doctor agrees

A 22-year-old female asked:

Which field is better .dpt or prosthetics & orthotics.

Podiatry 24 years experience

Can't really compare: They are both great specialties but focus on different aspects. The DPT is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who will focus on restoring function and main... Read More

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A male asked:

I have constant pain in my feet and half way up my shins. it's mostly on my left side but does occur in both. any ideas what's causing this?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Need to be examined: A thorough history and a good clinical examination is needed in order to determine the cause of this. There are several factors that can contribute a... Read More

2.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

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A 36-year-old member asked:

What shoe inserts are best for foot problems?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Depends...: You need to determine what is causing your pain. Podiatrists will examine and treat the cause of your foot problems but can also recommend proper sho... Read More

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Dr. Tariq Niazi agrees1 doctor agrees

A 37-year-old member asked:

What is ankle impingement? is it related to an ankle sprain?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Tell your doctor...: After 3 weeks from an ankle sprain, symptoms should have subsided if you've been properly examined and treated. If scar tissue formed in the area, yo... Read More

3.5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Roy Arnold and another doctor agree2 doctors agree

A 48-year-old member asked:

How can i keep my achilles tendon healthy?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Stretching: Key to keeping achilles healthy and functional is to keep it supple by stretching and maintaining flexibility. Proper nutrition and maintaining norma... Read More

3.5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

A 25-year-old female asked:

Sprained ankle on 11-13 swelling not going down foot cold and pale pain in calf and thigh. on crutches and off foot entirely. pain unbearable at times?

Podiatry 24 years experience

See a specialist: You don't mention having it properly examined. In addition to a full examination, proper diagnostic testing including X-rays and perhaps an MRI will ... Read More

3.4k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

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A 25-year-old male asked:

I recently started to get small bumps in between my big toe and second toe on my left foot. it seems to be spreading and they hurt. what is it, cure?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Needs to be examined: This could be a skin condition or it may be the result of a structural problem (ex hammertoe, bone spur, etc). See the podiatrist!

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A 22-year-old female asked:

What will make your skin burn when it's being touched?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Need more info: Do you mean skin feel like burning or actually a physical burn? Need more info and history

3.9k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

A 34-year-old member asked:

I've got extremely dry skin on my toes my cuticals, thick toenails for 3 yrs now & its painful but w/ no ins. i can't go to dr anything otc to help ?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Moisturize and soak: Dry skin in the toes can result in cracks which can lead to infections. Protect that skin by using otc moisturizers or even baby oil. With the toena... Read More

5.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Kenny Chuu agrees1 doctor agrees

A 34-year-old member asked:

I'm training for a marathon and am having pain in my plantaris muscle, how can i help myself?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Get evaluated: The plantaris muscle's location allows it to interact with the plantar fascia as well as the achilles tendon. Consider seeing a podiatrist for a foot... Read More

4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

A 35-year-old member asked:

How to increase the growth rate of your nails?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Try biotin: Biotin promotes hair growth, healthy skin, and strong nails. It is a coenzyme and a b vitamin, also known as vitamin h. Average growth rate of nails ... Read More

4.8k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

A female asked:

My active, athletic 19-year old son has pain in his achilles tendon. he also feels a slight bump. what is it and what to do?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Go see the doctor...: The achilles tendon may have been injury and the bump may be noting the area. Have it checked because the injury may have occurred days, weeks, month... Read More

5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Susan Rhoads and 3 doctors agree4 doctors agree

A 36-year-old member asked:

Broken ankle, when could i play sports again?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Depends: The answer depends on the extend of the injury. "broken" typically means a bone was fractured. There a 3 bones that make up the ankle - tibia, fibul... Read More

5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Thomas Namey agrees1 doctor agrees

A 33-year-old female asked:

I went for a run the other day and did too much. both of my ankles still hurt and are swollen by the outside bone. wrapping seems to help. md yes/no?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Don't ignore it: There has to be something that your body is doing with that prolonged activity that triggers the swelling. There may a fatigue in the muscle that dev... Read More

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A 31-year-old member asked:

What are some herbal remedies for arthritis?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Arnica: Arnica is a topical herbal medication that can reduce the joint pain and muscle aches when applied. http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/rem00027/arnica-dr-... Read More

4.9k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

A 34-year-old member asked:

Is working out on your menstrual cycle bad for you?

Podiatry 24 years experience

No: In general, it is ok to work out during your menstrual cycle. However if you are an elite athlete, if you are asking in the context of exercise i... Read More

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A 43-year-old female asked:

My 2nd toe, my big toe constantly rubs, & now i have what looks like a small blister, with a black dot in the centre its soft, & painfull, is it a corn?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Could be: Your skin will protect itself where there is increased pressure by forming a corn/callus however sometimes things can get embedded within that forming... Read More

5.5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Alan Ettinger and 3 doctors agree4 doctors agree

A 42-year-old member asked:

Is capoeira or kickboxing better for self-defense?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Depends on you: As with most martial arts, the moves and forms practiced are self defense based; however, it doesn't matter what moves there are, it's important that ... Read More

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Dr. James Okamoto and another doctor agree2 doctors agree

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A 37-year-old member asked:

What exercises or training can i do to improve my speed when i do karate?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Master your basics: Train at different speeds when practicing your techniques. Emphasize knowing your basics. When you approach your training that way, with practice you... Read More

4.9k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

A 16-year-old female asked:

I got a cut on my toe about 2 hours ago and it is kind of deep, and almost looks black what should i do?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Go to urgent care/ER: You risk an infection and with the toe turning "black" possibly gangrene. You may have cut a blood vessel. Go get checked! also tell the doc when y... Read More

5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

A 38-year-old member asked:

Ankle break and ct scan. am i having to wait too long if it's been over 2 weeks for results?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Yes...too long...: Your results should be back within a day or 2 after the procedure. Call the doctor who ordered your test.

4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

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A 36-year-old male asked:

Please share some do's and dont's for patients with type 2 diabetes.

Podiatry 24 years experience

Numbers: Numbers that diabetics should know are their abcs (abacavir) - hemoglobin a1c, blood sugar, and cholesterol.

5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

A 49-year-old member asked:

I get my cast off tomorrow and my foot still hurts. should i leave it on?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Listen to your doc: If you are scheduled to have your cast off tomorrow, the doctor will examine it prior to proceeding. This may include xrays. If the injury is not he... Read More

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A 38-year-old member asked:

Broken pinky toe and can't walk on it.. at all. and iv read that most people walk with their broken toes, just with a limp.. is this bad, or normal?

Podiatry 24 years experience

See doc, get X-ray: What you know is that your injured your pinky toe, but until you get an xray, you don't know if your broke the toe or any other part of the foot. Thi... Read More

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A 33-year-old male asked:

Persistant pins and needles with numbness on top of foot three weeks after severe ankle sprain. nothing helps, ankle feels fine. treatments? relief?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Tell your doctor...: After 3 weeks from an ankle sprain, symptoms should have subsided if you've been properly examined and treated. If scar tissue formed in the area, yo... Read More

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A 46-year-old member asked:

How long does it take for a fractured toe to heal?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Patient dependent: In a perfect world, bones typically take 6-8 weeks to heal. However, improper immobilization, activity on the foot, complications in swelling and/or ... Read More

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A 35-year-old member asked:

What causes a problem with lower back (right side) down the leg to near ankle?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Sciatica: Nerves that run into the lower extremity stem from the lower back near l4, L5 and s1. This trio make up the sciatic nerve. If there is any pinching ... Read More

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A member asked:

Are there lymph nods in your feet?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Yes: The lymphatic system runs parallel to the venous system.

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Dr. Kenny Chuu and another doctor agree2 doctors agree

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A 48-year-old member asked:

What causes my heel hurt when i go to do certain leg stretches?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Tendonitis/fasciitis: Depending on the area of your heel that is hurting, you may be stretching an inflamed achilles tendon or an inflamed plantar fascia. Bending your ank... Read More

5.5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

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A 32-year-old male asked:

Why does my left ankle and foot swell without pain?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Dependent Edema: Edema means swelling and at the end of the day, the legs/feet are prone to this due to gravity. Edema could be related to water retention which can s... Read More

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A 36-year-old member asked:

Is there a home treatment for athletes foot?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Treat and prevent: Athlete's foot is a fungal infection. In addition to using over the counter treatments like creams and sprays, you want to make sure you create an en... Read More

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A 47-year-old member asked:

What causes toe nail fungus?

Podiatry 24 years experience

See a podiatrist: Fungus is everywhere. The nail plate typically is smooth and adhered to the underlying bed, but if there is any damage that causes the nail plate to ... Read More

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Dr. Alan Ettinger and 3 doctors agree4 doctors agree

A 47-year-old member asked:

What could cause swelling of the ankles?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Get checked: Swelling and pain in the ankles can be caused by multiple things such as diet, blood pressure, kidney function, circulation, nerves, injury, previous ... Read More

5.5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

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A 71-year-old male asked:

I have sharp stabbing intermitent night pain on top of my left foot left side middle of foot .veins stand out more than other foot . can't sleep.?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Nerves irritated: The nerves in the foot are being compressed. The fact that you mention the veins stand out means they are probably swollen (engorged) and can compres... Read More

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A 22-year-old female asked:

Can you use vicks for toenail fungus while pregnant ?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Sure it's fungus?: If your toenail hasn't been checked, because you are pregnant, please make sure that what is on your toenail is a fungus and not something else. See ... Read More

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A 30-year-old member asked:

I have club foot on my left and would like to now how can i make the calf muscle on the side bigger?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Bigger or stronger?: With a true clubfoot, the position of thr foot is flexed down at the ankle and then twisted inward at the heel and the midfoot (aka talipes equino var... Read More

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A member asked:

I fell 6weeks ago heard a pop in my ankle. i am still experiencing burning pain down the side of my leg and knee pain. i have been wearing a "air walking boot", could i have torn a ligament or tendon? i am still experiencing a lot of pain and still cann

Podiatry 24 years experience

Yes, get it checked: With immobilization you should have been displaying signs of improvement. I would suggest having it examined and possibly having further diagnostic t... Read More

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A 38-year-old member asked:

What is the best way to treat your bunions?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Do you mean pain?: See the podiatrist. Question: does it hurt and does it impact your daily activity? Conservative treatments focus on getting rid of the irritation a... Read More

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A 61-year-old female asked:

I'm diabetic type 2. at night in bed my right great toe has mild ache but no redness or swelling. possible causes?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Sounds like nerves: Positional changes in the back as you lay down can sometimes create pain as a result of compression of the nerve roots that relay and control the sens... Read More

4.9k viewsReviewed Sep 29, 2020

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A 37-year-old member asked:

Will i need crutches for a broken toe?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Depends: It will depend on the type of broken toe you have. There are some fractures that will need to avoid weight bearing and those typically will need crut... Read More

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu and another doctor agree2 doctors agree

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A 36-year-old member asked:

Are you usually casted if you have a broken foot?

Podiatry 24 years experience

Depends: It will depend on what part of your foot you broke. The xray will determine that. If the toes need to be immobilized during the healing process, a c... Read More

5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Jovita Anyanwu and another doctor agree2 doctors agree

A 20-year-old male asked:

Can an overactive thyroid cause burning feet and weird circulation to the extremities?

Podiatry 24 years experience

It's possible...: The thyroid is a major regulator of several systems within the body. It is possible that it can influence nerves and in turn, circulation. Talk to y... Read More

4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. David Sneid and another doctor agree2 doctors agree