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Tanglewood Foot Specialists
Houston, TX
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Houston podiatrist Dr. Andrew Schneider has been in practice for 15 years. He has a comprehensive practice with patient ranging from 2 to 102 years old and a reputation of trying conservative treatment options before surgical ones.
He has a strong focus in biomechanics, using orthotics to provide greater efficiency to the lower extremity. He consults with many running and triathlon clubs in town.
Dr. Schneider also enjoys working with patients with diabetes. He stresses the importance of proper care to avoid issues such as diabetic foot ulcers. He then, however, has a comprehensive plan to treat any complication when they occur.
Dr. Schneider is married with 3 children and loves to spend his time out of the office with them.
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Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
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A 31-year-old member asked:
Dr. Andrew Schneideranswered
ABPM 26 years experience
Stopping bunions: Bunions don't really grow. They get larger as the bone before the great toe rotates out. This is because of your foot type, foot mechanics, and heredi... Read More
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Medicine works best: There is no home remedy that is effective. You can try topical antifungal medications, but the ones provided in podiatry offices are more effective th... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Try running shoes: With some exception, you can do everything in running shoes. They offer the most support and versatility. The only time i recommend against running sh... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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No!: A custom orthotic should not cause any pain! if your foot aches, it can often be addressed with a simple adjustment.
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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No crutches needed: Ingrown toenail surgery does not require crutches. In fact, in most cases you can return to your regular shoes right after the procedure!
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A 29-year-old member asked:
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Get it checked!: Wash the injured area with soap and water and apply a topical antibiotic ointment. Then you should call your podiatrist. An x-ray is needed to see if ... Read More
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Could be...: Peripheral neuropathy which is a syndrome involving the nerves in the legs. It also may be compression of the nerves in the lower back that causes the... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Try a splint: The early stages of hammertoes have a soft tissue component that causes the toes to contract. A hammertoe splint is useful at this stage. An example c... Read More
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A 63-year-old female asked:
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See a doctor : If they've been there that long, you should see a podiatrist or dermatologist. It could be dermatitis, a fungal infection, an allergic reaction, or ci... Read More
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Other Meds: Another medication is Indocin (indomethacin) which is a powerful anti inflammatory. Your doctor can also give a cortisone injection to help. Ask hour ... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Usually topicals: Athletes foot is often best treated using topical creams. Best is terbinafine cream used twice a day for two weeks. You also want to make sure you dis... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Surgery works...: ...But should be a last resort. The vast majority of plantar fasciitis cases are handled with conservative treatment. In columbus, consider a second o... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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RICE: The best home remedy for pain is rice - rest, ice, compression, and elevation. If this does not solve the issue in 2-3 days, you should be evaluated ... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Instability : People with unstable foot mechanics will benefit from custom foot orthotics. This may be a flat foot or one with a high arch. An orthotic provides sta... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Cracked nail: A cracked nail can be painful. If the crack is moving up the nail and you have pain or bleeding, you should visit your podiatrist. If there is no pain... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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They're ok: Zapz orthotics are off the shelf insoles that can be heated and molded when stepped on. The problem is this molds them in an unstable position when yo... Read More
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Drop Foot: Depending on the cause of drop foot you may have some strength come back. If it is due to severe nerve damage, it is unlikely to improve, however. You... Read More
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Cost will vary: Depending on the doctor, the cost will vary. In my houston office, we charge a cash price of $250 which includes the initial visit, the procedure, and... Read More
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A 53-year-old male asked:
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See your doctor : There are a number if reasons that your feet could be providing you pain. Most importantly, however, is to see your doctor about your blood sugar. Whi... Read More
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A 29-year-old member asked:
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Orthotics : There are many philosophies with regard to custom orthotics, even with doctors in the same specialty. You should pursue orthotics with a doctor who ta... Read More
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Yes...: Orthotics that are improperly made and are not effectively providing stability can cause back pain.
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Shin splint pain: Shin splints are a common overuse sports injury. Because of the function of foot and ankle, some muscles are used more than others. This causes inflam... Read More
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Casting: There are several ways to get fitted for orthotics. The most common is casting in plaster or a fiberglass sock. Some use a foam box to step in and oth... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Orthotics can help : Achilles tendinitis can be helped with orthotics. I usually start my patients off with an otc insole and ultimately progress into custom orthotics. Be... Read More
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Sesamoiditis: Sesamoiditis is an inflammation of the sesamoid bones that are beneath the ball of your foot. Initial treatment includes anti-inflammatory medicine an... Read More
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Keep wound clean!: Clean the area well with soap and water and dress with antibiotic cream or ointment. Keep the area protected with a dressing. Make sure to follow up w... Read More
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A 47-year-old member asked:
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Two ways: Usually ingrown toenails form from a malformation of the toenail. It ends up that email is too wide for the nailbed, or the sides of the nail natural... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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See a doctor : You should see a podiatrist or dermatologist. It could be a reaction to a medication, dermatitis, a fungal infection, an allergic reaction, or circula... Read More
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Likely a corn...: Could be a corn that is inflamed. It also can become infected, so worth a visit to your podiatrist. I don't recommend the over the counter corn remove... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Treat the nail: Removing a hangnail causes trauma, which can lead to infection. Try using a topical antibiotic, such as neosporin or polysporin (bacitracin and polymy... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Athletes foot: Athletes foot is contagious. It can be spread through locker room floors, pool decks, bathtubs, carpeting, and anything you can think of. That is why ... Read More
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Medicine works best: There is no home remedy that is effective. You can try topical antifungal medications, but the ones provided in podiatry offices are more effective th... Read More
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Be careful: While people do have surgery to shorten toe, be careful. I don't recommend cosmetic foot surgery unless there is pain involved. Remember, your feet a... Read More
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Removing a ganglion : Removing a ganglion requires surgery. Usually the cyst is reasonably close to the skin surface. Their is some discomfort after surgery but recovery is... Read More
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Contact dermatitis?: If it isn't fungus, then it is a form of dermatitis, a skin inflammation. Considering where it is, consider contact dermatitis, a reaction to material... Read More
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Neuroma : A neuroma is an inflammation of the nerve in the ball of the foot. It commonly effects the nerve that supplies the 3rd and 4th toes. There are other p... Read More
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A few things...: ...Can cause a toe curled under the next. It can be genetic, with a shortened bone causing the toe to curl. It can also be a shifting of the bone beca... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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Orthotics help: Flat feet cause a muscular imbalance that cause some muscles to work harder than they are designed to. An orthotic provides mechanical control to prov... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Pad the corn: First of all, the pain from a corn can be managed with corn pads. I always recommend non-medicated pads because the acid can cause problems. If the co... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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Visit your doctor: Visit the doctor or orthotist that made the orthotics. Sometimes a simple adjustment can help them fit. Otherwise, they can offer you suggestions for ... Read More
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A 68-year-old female asked:
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Best OTC insole: For achilles tendinitis i often recommend an of the shelf insole. I am not a dr. Scholls fan since they don't offer good control. I recommend powerste... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Stretch them out : Try keeping a water bottle frozen. When you get home, roll the frozen bottle under your feet. This will stretch the soft tissue through your arch. The... Read More
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Nonweightbearinf: The answer depends on where the break is, how stable it is, and the prognosis for healing. In most cases i allow strength training while seated (upper... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Put them up: One way to reduce swelling is to prop them up. Place a pillow or two under your ankles and that should help, but temporarily. More importantly, visit ... Read More
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Yes: Most medical insurances cover podiatry services.
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There isn't really..: ...A best method. The reason i love treating diabetic foot ulcers is that they are all different. Because of that there are a large number of dressing... Read More
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Achilles tendon pain: Achilles' tendon pain is very frustrating to resolve. Start with rest, stretching, ice, and otc anti inflammatories. If this isn't doing the trick, do... Read More
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May be gout: Gout can cause redness, swelling, and intense pain. You should visit your podiatrist to get your foot checked.
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Some choices are: Superfeet, spenco, and powerstep. With feet like you describe, it is possible that a custom orthotic would be best. You should visit with a podiatrist... Read More
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Think RICE!: Best first line if treatment is rice...Rest, ice, compression and elevation. Ice 20 min at a time. Compression with ace bandage or slip on ankle brace... Read More
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VA Medical Center, East Orange, NJ
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Kent State University School of Podiatric Medicine
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