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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
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What treatments are effective for ankle sprain?

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

Toe surgery gone wrong?

I am sorry you are having a hard time. The result does not always mean something was done incorrectly. I recommend you get a 2nd opinion to see what options are available.

Can physical therapy help chronic ankle pain?

Physical therapy can help with chronic ankle pain. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist (podiatrist) for diagnosis and treatment options

Can I fix a swollen ankle at home?

I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist (podiatrist) for diagnosis and treatment options

How long after toe surgery can I wear shoes?

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

Foot Swelling

I recommend you present to your PCP, a foot and ankle specialist (podiatrist), or present to the Emergency department for evaluation.

What is the best treatment option for ankle pain when walking?

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

Can heel spur be fixed with massage?

Heel spurs can only be removed with surgery. That said, the pain is not usually due to the heel spur. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist (podiatrist) READ MORE
Heel spurs can only be removed with surgery. That said, the pain is not usually due to the heel spur. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist (podiatrist) for diagnosis and treatment options.

What activities to avoid with a sprained ankle?

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

Do I need an x-ray for a sprained ankle?

X-rays are always a good idea after trauma. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist (podiatrist) for diagnosis and treatment options.

How long should I rest a sprained ankle?

This will depend on the severity of the injury. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist (podiatrist) for diagnosis and treatment options.

Can physical therapy help ankle swelling?

Physical therapy can help to depend on the cause of the swelling. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist (podiatrist) for diagnosis and treatment READ MORE
Physical therapy can help to depend on the cause of the swelling. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist (podiatrist) for diagnosis and treatment options.

What could cause ankle swelling?

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

How can I strengthen my ankles?

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

How do you help ankle arthritis?

Treating the symptoms is a start. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist (podiatrist) for diagnosis and treatment options.

Can I walk on a sprained ankle?

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

Can ankle injury be fixed with physical therapy?

Physical therapy is one component of treatment, depending on the severity of the injury. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist (podiatrist) for diagnosis READ MORE
Physical therapy is one component of treatment, depending on the severity of the injury. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist (podiatrist) for diagnosis and treatment options.

Is ankle arthritis curable?

The only "cure" for arthritis is to fuse the joint so the movement stops. This is the last resort. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist (podiatrist) READ MORE
The only "cure" for arthritis is to fuse the joint so the movement stops. This is the last resort. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist (podiatrist) for diagnosis and treatment options.

Discolored toe

It appears you may have injured the toe and had some bleeding under the nail plate. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist (Podiatrist) for evaluation READ MORE
It appears you may have injured the toe and had some bleeding under the nail plate. I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist (Podiatrist) for evaluation and treatment options.

Diabetic Toe

I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist (Podiatrist) for evaluation and treatment options.