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John Watson
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
Dr. John Watson is a podiatrist practicing in Glassboro and Woodstown, NJ. Hospital affiliations are Jefferson Health system as well as Inspira health system. Dr. Watson is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot, ankle and related parts of the leg. Currently work at the Elmer wound care center for advance wound care methods. Certified in minimal invasive bunion surgery with advance training in ankle arthroscopy.
9 years
Experience
John Watson
- Glassboro, NJ
- Kent State University
- Accepting new patients
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How can I fix a heel spur?
This a typically fixed with a stretching program for underlying plantar fasciitis you can also consider custom orthotics.
Do you need surgery for a hammertoe?
Typically you can use padding or a toe crest to help decrease pain. It depends however if they are reducible, semi-reducible, or rigid deformities.
How do you fix torn ankle ligament?
Typically surgically with direct reality using sutures to repair the attachment of the fibula on the talus. You can also use PRP to stimulate healing potential.
Can ankle ligament injury heal itself?
Grade 1 and 2 injuries can be with a no. Weight-bearing protocol in a cast or CAM boot.
Can running cause heel pain?
Yes, you just stretch prior.
Tailors bunion
This is a developing bunionette. Seek orthotic care.
