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Thomas W Inwood , DPM , Inc
Sagamore Hills, OH
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Graduate of OCPM 1986, on staff at University Hospital Parma and University Hospital Bedford ( there was another merger) The technical issues are resolved and hours for consults are posted . More hours will follow - I promise ! thanks
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Podiatry
General Surgery
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United States: Ohio
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Podiatry 37 years experience
Blisters: It does depend on the location and size and cause and pain or not, but usually benign neglect.
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Sore legs: Frequently the soreness is a Lactic Acid build up. Contrast baths help a lot - warm then cool to create a pumping action. Proper warm down and warm ... Read More
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Stress fracture: A stress fracture is called a pathological fracture of a bone. The fracture is non displaced and usually not seen on x ray for up to several weeks af... Read More
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Corn : There are risks with any surgery . Your vascular status as well as general health will be evaluated and if you are a good candidate for surgery. See... Read More
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Muscle: It depends on how much has been lost and the time it took to heal . Your surgeon can refer you to physical therapy for the help you seek.
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Big toe itch: This sounds like athlete's foot . Try over the counter topical medication like lotrimin or Lamisil (terbinafine) . If it does not improve see a podi... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Brace: It depends on the type of brace as there are many as well as what ligaments you are referring to. An exam and discussion with a podiatrist is your be... Read More
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A 28-year-old member asked:
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Itching: As said , it could be several things as well as more than one problem. See your podiatrist for an evaluation and assistance.
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Warm: As stated , warm drinks help and warm packs for your boots or shoes and bundle up means dress appropriately
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A 29-year-old member asked:
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Sweaty smelly feet: Although it is a good idea to let your shoes dry , this does not dissipate fungus. These are spore forming organisms that can survive 6 to 9 months w... Read More
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A 23-year-old member asked:
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Orthotics: There are several ways: plaster cast in neutral , stepping on a scanner , and biofoam. Yo0ur podiatrist will us e the method that works best in his h... Read More
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A 27-year-old female asked:
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Fungus: Seek the advise of your podiatrist who can determine that and provide a treatment plan as well
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Cold feet: You don't mention if your feet warm with socks or under a blanket. If they do not , seek medical attention right away. The dry skin can be related ... Read More
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A 39-year-old female asked:
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Cut: No - never wait on a wound , especially one of that size. Call your podiatrist for assistance as the redness and swelling can indicate infection
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A 19-year-old male asked:
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Peeling: It is possible that there is some fungal component ( tinea pedis and athlete's foot are the same thing ) , but a sample of the skin should be sent to ... Read More
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A 22-year-old female asked:
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Rough and dark: Without seeing your feet , a definitive diagnosis is not possible. However , your description sounds a lot like a candidal infection . See your pod... Read More
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A 32-year-old female asked:
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Osteophyte: You can always return to the same physician for assistance , or seek the help of another physician . Especially if - as you stated - it is very pain... Read More
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Ringworm: This is a fungal infection sometimes transmitted by pets. There are no actual worms involved. The cream you speak of is a topical steroid that is go... Read More
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Urosolvine: These also fall into the category of poorly controlled substances. What works is tried and true medicine. See your podiatrist or rheumatologist for... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Running: See dr kass' answer - well said. All surgery is a compromise . However , it is being done to correct something. Follow the directions of your surge... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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Orthotics: Orthotics truly offer long term relief and can prevent or at least lessen biomechanical deformities with daily use. See your podiatrist for help
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Smelly feet: As stated the tea soak is an excellent home remedy. If this doesn't work or work adequately antibacterial soap , deodorant or antiperspirant , or pre... Read More
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Instep: Pain in this area can have a number of cause including plantar faciitis, posterior tibial tendonitis, plantar fibroma, stress fracture , trauma, infec... Read More
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Vicodin: I'm not sure why you would take it before. If you are in that kind of pain your surgery should take place in a hospital and you will get some great s... Read More
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Joint: This depends on the surgery , the joint , etc. These are questions to ask your surgeon. Call and sit down with a list of your questions. If the doc... Read More
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Smelly feet: As stated , this is a bacterial overgrowth problem. Washing with an antibacterial soap will help , rotating clothes as stated is a must , and using a... Read More
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Torn tendon: As dr kass said , natural is probably not the best way. A truly torn tendon need to be reapproximated surgically or you risk , as said, that tendon n... Read More
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A 29-year-old member asked:
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Orthotics: If you need orthotics , then yes. However to determine that , see your podiatrist and discuss any foot pain or issues you are having and he /she will... Read More
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A 47-year-old member asked:
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Ring toe: As said, it could be neuronal. Could also be tendonitis, capsulitis. The only way to know is to see your podiatrist and get an exam and x rays.
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Avulsion: Treatment is aimed at eliminating weight bearing to allow the fracture to heal. It may even need surgery early or later depending on the severity of ... Read More
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A 36-year-old female asked:
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Heel pain: Apparently everyone has tight calf muscles. Wrong - see your podiatrist for proper treatment and guidance - you will be glad you did.
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Ankle pain: While i agree with all the suggestions , you really need that evaluated - again it it already was. After that length of time things should be getting... Read More
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Toenail fungus: There are a slew of side effects with Lamisil (terbinafine) that include liver and bone marrow side effects. You need monthly blood tests to monitor... Read More
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Pain: I agree - time to get another opinion as well as further studies as well as looking further to find the cause of these problems. Good luck.
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Screws: As stated , it is certainly possible. Always consult your surgeon for any concerns.
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Ingrown nail: Yes - this a very effective with a very low regrowth rate as stated. See your podiatrist with confidence
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Walking: No one , regardless of their talent or the procedure chosen can guarantee this. You need to be comfortable with your surgeon. Ask questions. Healin... Read More
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A 36-year-old female asked:
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Numbness: This is always a sign for an exam and tests to determine the cause. See your neurologist.
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Popping: Lots of good answers here. If there is no fracture anywhere , that really leaves soft tissue . The popping may be the peroneus brevis sliding in and... Read More
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A male asked:
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Injury: The best first thing to do is exactly what dr fox and i say all the time : seek medical care so real treatment can begin. The sooner the better ! s... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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Heel pain: Plantar fascists is treated with injection therapy as needed, taping , and nite splints. Achilles stretching is needed when the achilles is tight . ... Read More
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A 38-year-old female asked:
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Peeling skin: If your skin is 'raw' as you state , you first has to heal that . Then you can begin an antifungal - if it fungus. See your podiatrist for help. G... Read More
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Fracture: If you are still having pain there may be an improperly healed fracture or even a false joint. You will need to see a podiatrist who will take x rays... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Knot: While it is usually bone callous as stated , to be definitive an x ray and exam are required . See your podiatrist .
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Orthotics: Yes . As with dr beresh , I have prescribed them for many years with excellent results
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Broken foot: The time to heal depends on what was broken , the nature of the fracture , age nutrition status , etc. as already stated. This is a question best an... Read More
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Flat feet: As stated , sometimes there are no symptoms per se. Associated problems are myriad. If you are having problems see your podiatrist for an evaluation
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Popping: Always get that evaluated before continuing your workout regimen.
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Foot odor: The answers already given are great . I would only add hygiene and antibacterial soap and shoe spray like clean sweep . It usually takes more than j... Read More
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Swollen: The cause of the swelling needs to be determined first. As stated , it can be a number of different things and self diagnosis is always a bad idea . ... Read More
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Thank you. I quick question what is purulent. It did have a clear discharge and then started looking bruised. Idk how it is today.
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Thanks, I figured since it is just throbbing, maybe there is something at home I can do first. What are some reasons for foot hurting on side of foot
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This was very helpful. Thanks! Its on the ball of my foot,heel of my foot and on two of my toes.. Thanks very much appreciated greatly
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
OCPM
Graduated 1986MD
Medical/Graduate school
ohio college of podiatric medicine
Graduated 1986MD
Residency
Hunter Holmes Mcgiure VA Medical Center
Completed 1987
Awards
Health Tap Founding Medical Expert
Health Tap Winter Competition Top Doctor (HONORABLE MENTION)
Top Doctor, Third Place, Cleveland Region, OH - Summer
2013
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