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Dr. Anthony M. Caristo, DPM

Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)

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Dr. Anthony M. Caristo, DPM
  • Newark, DE
  • Accepting new patients

Should I have physical therapy after heel surgery?

I recommend you discuss this with your surgeon.

When can I go to a gym after ankle surgery?

It will depend on what procedure(s) are performed. I recommend you discuss this with your surgeon for your particular case.

Can an ankle brace help with pain?

I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon )podiatrist) for diagnosis of the pain and treatment options

What can help with my heel pain?

Begin with rest, ice and elevation. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon (podiatrist) for diagnosis and treatment options.

Should I ice my heel injury?

Ice for an injury initially should be beneficial. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon (podiatrist) for diagnosis and treatment options.

Will ice help my ankle injury?

Ice should help in the initial injury phase. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon (podiatrist) for diagnosis and treatment options.

Will I get a brace after ankle surgery?

This will depend on the procedure performed. I recommend you discuss with your surgeon your particular case.

Bunion operation?

The dressing will depend on the procedure performed and the preference of the surgeon. I recommend you discuss this with your surgeon for your particular case.

What are the treatments for a heel sports injury?

Any Injury will first require rest, ice and elevation. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon (podiatrist) for diagnosis and other treatment options

When can I walk after ankle dislocation?

This will depend on severity and pain. I would discuss with your treating practitioner. If you are not seeing anyone, I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle READ MORE
This will depend on severity and pain. I would discuss with your treating practitioner. If you are not seeing anyone, I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon (podiatrist) for diagnosis and other treatment options

What can I use to ease my heel pain?

Begin with rest, ice and elevation. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon (podiatrist) for diagnosis and other treatment options

What is wrong?

I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon (podiatrist) for evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment options.

How many days of rest should I have after ankle surgery?

This will depend on the procedure performed. I recommend you discuss with your surgeon for your particular case.

Is my toe fine or do I need to go to the doctor? (would prefer not to)

The bleeding under the nail should resolve but may take upwards of 6 months, as a new nail will grow in and the bleeding will migrate to the tip of the toe. I recommend you make READ MORE
The bleeding under the nail should resolve but may take upwards of 6 months, as a new nail will grow in and the bleeding will migrate to the tip of the toe. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon (podiatrist) for evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment options to be on the safe side.

Can I walk 2 days after heel surgery?

It will depend on what procedure was performed. I recommend you discuss with your surgeon for your particular case.

How long does ankle dislocation surgery take?

The surgery will vary depending on the ease of relocation and if any other procedures need to be performed. I recommend you discuss with your surgeon for the time frame in your READ MORE
The surgery will vary depending on the ease of relocation and if any other procedures need to be performed. I recommend you discuss with your surgeon for the time frame in your specific case.

Can you help with ankle bone pain?

We treat ankles. I would be happy to evaluate your problem. If you are not located near me, I recommend you schedule an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon (podiatrist) for READ MORE
We treat ankles. I would be happy to evaluate your problem. If you are not located near me, I recommend you schedule an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon (podiatrist) for evaluation.

Achilles question?

I recommend you ask your parents to make an appointment for you with a foot and ankle surgeon (podiatrist) for diagnosis and treatment options.

How can I fix my heel pain?

Heel pain can have multiple causes. I recommend you schedule an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon (podiatrist) for evaluation, diagnosis and treatment options

Is hammer toe surgery painful?

Any surgery will likely have some pain. I recommend you schedule an appointment with a foot and ankle surgeon (podiatrist) for evaluation, diagnosis and treatment options