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Dr. Scott Jason, DPM
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
Dr. Scott Jason is a podiatrist practicing in Jacksonville, FL. Dr. Jason is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Jason diagnoses and treats conditions of the feet. The feet are key body parts that give a person stability, absorb shock, allow for walking and standing and are necessary for overall well-being. So, the feet need expert care. Podiatrists can specialize in surgery, wound care, sports medicine, diabetic care and pediatrics.
27 years
Experience
Dr. Scott Jason, DPM
- Palatka, Florida
- Barry University
- Accepting new patients
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How can I treat arthritis in my ankle?
Ice and anti inflammatories can help. Limiting ankle motion can help as well. I would recommend seeing your local podiatrist or orthopedic for other treatment options such as steroid READ MORE
Ice and anti inflammatories can help. Limiting ankle motion can help as well. I would recommend seeing your local podiatrist or orthopedic for other treatment options such as steroid injection, PRP injection, or possible surgery.
Can a chiropractor help with an ankle injury?
No. Chiropractors specialize in the spine. I would recommend your local podiatrist or orthopedic to help with an ankle injury.
What causes pain in my feet?
There could be any number of reasons you are having pain in your feet. It depends on where it is located on your foot. If this pain has been present for a month or longer, I would READ MORE
There could be any number of reasons you are having pain in your feet. It depends on where it is located on your foot. If this pain has been present for a month or longer, I would recommend seeing your local podiatrist.
Can massaging a sprained ankle help?
The best thing for a sprained ankle is rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
Can sitting too much cause ankle pain?
Not typically. But if you have an arthritic ankle, sitting for extended periods of time can cause some discomfort when you first start to walk
What is the treatment for an ankle sprain?
Best treatment is Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation. Better known as RICE
How can I know if the ankle injury is serious?
Pain with weightbearing, continued swelling, and/or bruising could mean you have a more serious ankle injury than just a sprained ankle. I would recommend following up with your READ MORE
Pain with weightbearing, continued swelling, and/or bruising could mean you have a more serious ankle injury than just a sprained ankle. I would recommend following up with your local podiatrist or orthopedic physician.
Should I massage my ankle?
Rest, ice, compression, and elevation are best for a swollen ankle. If the ankle pain persists for longer than 2 weeks, then I would recommend following up with your local podiatrist READ MORE
Rest, ice, compression, and elevation are best for a swollen ankle. If the ankle pain persists for longer than 2 weeks, then I would recommend following up with your local podiatrist or orthopedic.
What cream is good for ankle pain?
Diclofenac 1% gel is a good over the counter topical anti inflammatory. If your pain persists for more than 2 weeks after using the Diclofenac, then I would recommend following READ MORE
Diclofenac 1% gel is a good over the counter topical anti inflammatory. If your pain persists for more than 2 weeks after using the Diclofenac, then I would recommend following up with your local podiatrist or orthopedic physicians.
When should you stop wearing an ankle brace?
I would continue to wear the ankles brace until the swelling and discomfort subside. If selling and discomfort persists longer than a month, then I would recommend following up READ MORE
I would continue to wear the ankles brace until the swelling and discomfort subside. If selling and discomfort persists longer than a month, then I would recommend following up with your local podiatrist.
How can I relieve my foot pain?
That's a generalized question as it depends on where you're having foot pain. I would try over the counter anti inflammatories, rest, and ice. If the pain doesn't improve, then READ MORE
That's a generalized question as it depends on where you're having foot pain. I would try over the counter anti inflammatories, rest, and ice. If the pain doesn't improve, then I would make an appointment with your podiatrist
How long does an ankle surgery take?
The length of surgery depends on the procedure being done. Ankle arthroscopy can take 15 minutes to an hour. But it can take longer depending on the procedure. Open surgery can READ MORE
The length of surgery depends on the procedure being done. Ankle arthroscopy can take 15 minutes to an hour. But it can take longer depending on the procedure. Open surgery can be 1-3 hours, again depending
How long should you rest a dislocated ankle?
If you dislocated your ankle then you need to see a podiatrist who treats ankles or an orthopedic physician to assess any damage you might have done to your ankle joint. I would READ MORE
If you dislocated your ankle then you need to see a podiatrist who treats ankles or an orthopedic physician to assess any damage you might have done to your ankle joint. I would not resume any activity without your ankle being evaluated by a podiatrist or orthopedic physician. As long as your ankle is still not dislocated and you have not fractured your ankle you can walk on it as tolerated.
Does it hurt to walk after foot surgery?
Some foot surgeries require you to be nonweightbearing after the surgery. Some allow you to walk with a special shoe. You need to ask your foot surgeon on whether or not you will READ MORE
Some foot surgeries require you to be nonweightbearing after the surgery. Some allow you to walk with a special shoe. You need to ask your foot surgeon on whether or not you will be allow to be weightbearing after surgery
Why does my ankle hurt when I walk?
The most likely cause is a sprained ankle. It also could be a result of structural damage to the ankle. If the discomfort does not subside with icing and over the counter anti READ MORE
The most likely cause is a sprained ankle. It also could be a result of structural damage to the ankle. If the discomfort does not subside with icing and over the counter anti inflammatories after a week, then make an appointment to see your local podiatrist or orthopedic specialist.
How long does it take to walk after foot surgery?
It depends on the surgery. Sometimes your walking in a special shoe for 4-6 weeks. Sometimes you'll be nonweightbearing for 4-6 weeks or longer. I would recommend asking the your READ MORE
It depends on the surgery. Sometimes your walking in a special shoe for 4-6 weeks. Sometimes you'll be nonweightbearing for 4-6 weeks or longer. I would recommend asking the your podiatrist who is doing the surgery about walking after your surgery.
How do you treat a swollen heel?
Best way to treat swelling is with ice 20 minutes out of the hour. More importantly, you should follow up with your local podiatrist to find the cause of the swelling.
How do you massage your feet for plantar fasciitis?
The best treatment for plantar fascitis is stretching. Sit down with your legs straight out. Take a towel or a belt around the ball of your foot and pull the towel toward to your READ MORE
The best treatment for plantar fascitis is stretching. Sit down with your legs straight out. Take a towel or a belt around the ball of your foot and pull the towel toward to your body until you feel a good pull. It shouldn't hurt or be uncomfortable. Hold for 10 seconds, then let go. Do that 10 times. Wait a few minutes, then do 10 more. Do that twice a day. Only do 2 sets of 10 twice a day. More is not better. If it doesnt improve in 3-4 weeks, then make an appointment to see your local podiatrist.
How do you treat a foot injury?
There are multiple treatments for a foot injury, depending on the injury. It can be treated with oral NSAID, physical therapy, strappings, immobilization, and steroid injections. READ MORE
There are multiple treatments for a foot injury, depending on the injury. It can be treated with oral NSAID, physical therapy, strappings, immobilization, and steroid injections. I recommend you see your local podiatrist so he can diagnose your foot injury and initiate a treatment plan
How can I deal with chronic ankle pain?
The best way to treat chronic ankle pain is with the acronym RICE, which is rest, ice, compression, elevation. That can help reduce discomfort and swelling. But, more importantly, READ MORE
The best way to treat chronic ankle pain is with the acronym RICE, which is rest, ice, compression, elevation. That can help reduce discomfort and swelling. But, more importantly, you should find out what's causing the chronic ankle pain. It may be something that can be alleviated with NSAIDs, steroid injections, or platelet rich plasma injection. It also may be something that requires surgical correction. I recommend you see your local podiatrist or orthopedic physicians.
