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Dr.Benjamin prides herself on great patient care. She enjoys treating all aspects of podiatry.
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Podiatry
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56 Answers
31 Agrees
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A 28-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Unknown: What was the cause before and how was it treated? Could be bite, could be something with blood. Possible injury. I would bring her to the doctor fo... Read More
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A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Tendonitis: Without full history or work up, it's hard to tell what it could be. It can be anything from stress fracture to tendinitis. I recommend following up w... Read More
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5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 20-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Brace: Patients find an afo, ankle foot orthosis, the most comfortable device to help with foot drop while walking. Physical therapy can help strengthen musc... Read More
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5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 31-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Possibly: Infection could have affected nail bed causing separation. If signs of infection continue or get worse, go back to the doctor for further care. Antibi... Read More
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5.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 39-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Not Usually: Plantar fasciitis which is inflammation of the plantar fascia. Tightens at night causing pain in am. Rest, ice, stretching, avoid barefoot, good shoes... Read More
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5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 40-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Variety: Could be muscle spasm, strain, possible neuroma. Evaluate your shoes and try an over the counter insert. Follow up with a podiatrist for further evalu... Read More
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A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Variety of ways: Corns can be formed from several different reasons. I recommend seeing a podiatrist who can help with different treatment options including prescripti... Read More
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5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 38-year-old male asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Both: Cortisone injections for neuromas are a treatment option we try to shrink down the nerve. However if aggravating factors continue such as tight shoes ... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Yes: Neuromas are treated with injections, pads, shoe changes, physical therapy, custom orthotics, topical creams and if all else fails, surgery.
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5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Dermatology : Sounds like you need to see a doctor to rule out infection, vascular insufficiency or fungal infection. A doctor can help diagnose and treat you accor... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Possible infection : It is possible that you have an infection. I recommend seeing a doctor as soon as possible.
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A 32-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Variety of causes: Could be from back pathology, possible nerve impingement, neuritis. Visit your local podiatrist for further evaluation and care.
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A 34-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Fracture/Sprain: You could have a fracture or sprain. See a podiatrist for radiographs to rule out a fracture and appropriate treatment which can include surgey, walki... Read More
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A 29-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Achilles Tendonitis: Probable achilles tendinitis which is stretching the tendon where it inserts on the heel. Try wearing a heel lift in your shoe or a slight heel to re... Read More
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5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 37-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Lots of options: Not sure what you have heard or tried. Neuromas are treated with injections, pads, shoe changes, physical therapy, custom orthotics, topical creams.
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5.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 42-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Cast: Sometimes just resting the foot in a cast or walking boot can help in a unknown healing process. I would seek a second opinion and evaluation for fur... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Achilles Tendonitis: Achilles tendinitis which is stretching the tendon where it inserts on the heel. Try wearing a heel lift in your shoe or a slight heel to relax the te... Read More
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5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 36-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Variety of options : Topical or oral medication can help. Visit a local podiatrist for further evaluation and treatment. Importance of prevention is big as well. Antifung... Read More
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5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 54-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Neurology: Burning sounds more neurological and if you have a neurologist i would advise seeing him for a full work up including blood work. Possible referral to... Read More
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5.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 45-year-old male asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Plantar Fasciitis: Possible plantar fasciitis which is inflammation of the plantar fascia. Tightens at night causing pain in am. Rest, ice, stretching, avoid barefoot, g... Read More
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5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 34-year-old male asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
See a podiatrist : Not sure what all you have tried but a podiatrist will help with further evaluation and treatment. Treatment can include epsom salt soaks, Clotrimazol... Read More
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A member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Athletes Foot: More then likely it is athletes foot which is a form of skin fungus. Try using an antifungal cream. Using antifungal powders in your shoes and chang... Read More
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5.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 49-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Probable Fungus: Sounds like toenail fungus causing build up under nail and nail changes. Topical or oral medication can help. Visit a local podiatrist for further e... Read More
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5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 49-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Conservative Care: How did it happen? Trauma, contusion, exercise are a few reasons that bleeding can occur under the nail. Epsom salt soaks can help. Watch red, hot,... Read More
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A 59-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Antibiotics: I would get to the doctor as soon as you can for antibiotic treatment. The injection can progress and travel leading to more severe complications. A... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Achilles Tendonitis: Probable achilles tendinitis which is stretching the tendon where it inserts on the heel. Try wearing a heel lift in your shoe or a slight heel to re... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 36-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Achilles Tendonitis: Rest! achilles tendinitis which is stretching the tendon where it inserts on the heel. Try wearing a heel lift in your shoe or a slight heel to relax... Read More
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5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 22-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
No: More then likely a nerve is getting compressed or compromised in those positions leading to tingling in your feet. If it continues or gets worse, see ... Read More
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5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Athletes Foot: More then likely it is athletes foot which is a form of skin fungus. Try using an antifungal cream. Using antifungal powders in your shoes and chang... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 37-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Achilles Tendonitis: Achilles tendinitis which is stretching the tendon where it inserts on the heel. Try wearing a heel lift in your shoe or a slight heel to relax the te... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A female asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Yes: Yes, an ankle brace can help support the ankle and lock motion in the foot to rest the tendons. You can get them at a podiatry office or drug store.
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5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 36-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Plantar Fasciitis: Plantar fasciitis which is inflammation of the plantar fascia. Tightens at night causing pain in am. Rest, ice, stretching, avoid barefoot, good shoes... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 44-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Athletes Foot: Athletes foot which is a form of skin fungus that can spread on carpet, sheets, tubs, showers and bath room floosr. Vaccum, wash sheets and try using... Read More
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5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 22-year-old male asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Probable Tendonitis : Possible peroneal tendonitis . Rest, ice, compression, ankle brace , shoe change, anti inflammatories are all ideas to help. Back off exercise caus... Read More
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5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Variety of options : Topical or oral medication can help. Visit a local podiatrist for further evaluation and treatment. Importance of prevention is big as well. Antifung... Read More
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5.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 46-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Possible Arthritis: Possible arthritis in joing causing inflammation and arthritic changes in joint causing pain with movement. Follow up with your local podiatrist for ... Read More
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5.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 33-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Achilles Tendonitis: Achilles tendinitis which is stretching the tendon where it inserts on the heel. Try wearing a heel lift in your shoe or a slight heel to relax the te... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 34-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Athletes Foot: More then likely it is athletes foot which is a form of skin fungus. Try using an antifungal cream. Using antifungal powders in your shoes and chang... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Variety of Things: Could be peripheral neuropathy, a neuroma, neuritis or nerve impingement. Follow up with you local podiatrist for further evaluation and care.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 40-year-old male asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Achilles Tendonitis: Achilles tendinitis which is stretching the tendon where it inserts on the heel. Try wearing a heel lift in your shoe or a slight heel to relax the te... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 48-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Variety of options : Topical or oral medication can help. Visit a local podiatrist for further evaluation and treatment. Importance of prevention is big as well. Antifung... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 29-year-old male asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Conservative Care: Depending on if it is still bleeding and how much it has bled further evaluation may be needed to see if the nail needs to be trimmed or possibly remo... Read More
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5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Visit a doctor : There are so many things that cause swollen feet. Try some simple things like elevation, light compression and watching salt intake. Follow up with yo... Read More
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5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 25-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Poditary Office: Your local podiatry office should have over the counter inserts or custom inserts to help with the function of your foot.
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5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 39-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Visit a doctor : There are so many things that cause swollen feet. Try some simple things like elevation, light compression and watching salt intake. Follow up with yo... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 44-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Variety of options : Topical or oral medication can help. Visit a local podiatrist for further evaluation and treatment. Importance of prevention is big as well. Antifung... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 33-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Corns: Corns can be formed from several different reasons. Most common is from friction or increase pressure points. Make sure to evaluate your shoes. Old s... Read More
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5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 23-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Yes : Fungal infections can occur on different parts of your body. It is important to get evaluated and treated properly so it does not get worse, reduce sp... Read More
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5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Variety of options : Topical or oral medication can help. Visit a local podiatrist for further evaluation and treatment. Importance of prevention is big as well. Antifung... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 31-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sarah Benjaminanswered
Podiatry 19 years experience
Achilles Tendonitis: Achilles tendinitis which is stretching the tendon where it inserts on the heel. Try wearing a heel lift in your shoe or a slight heel to relax the te... Read More
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5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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Dr. Benjamin is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Dr. Benjamin is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thanks for your quick reply! I stupid doc had just given me calcium supplements. :-)
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! i will make an appointment with the doctor
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I have been in a cam Walker for a month. Little improvement
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
California College of Podiatric mediciine
Graduated 2004MD
Residency
VETERANS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Awards
Angie's List Top Service Award
Top Podiatrist, First Place, Colorado - Winter
2013
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