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Dr. Geoffrey Bricker, DPM
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
Dr. Geoffrey Bricker is a podiatrist practicing in Springfield, MO. Dr. Bricker is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Bricker 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.
Dr. Geoffrey Bricker, DPM
- SPRINGFIELD, MO
- DPM at Temple University
- Accepting new patients
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My grandfather's wound is not healing. What should we do?
Go to E.R. or see a podiatrist. Could have none infection.
Is foot amputation the only solution for gangrene?
Usually yes. Depends how extensive, sometimes part of the foot can be salvaged.
My foot still hasn't healed after I fell last month. What should I do?
Seek professional help.
For a runner, what aftercare do you recommend to ensure feet health?
Calf stretching, arch support, ice after run if there is tenderness. Limit volume to less than 20 miles per week. Studies show that more than this and the risks outweigh the benefits. READ MORE
Calf stretching, arch support, ice after run if there is tenderness. Limit volume to less than 20 miles per week. Studies show that more than this and the risks outweigh the benefits. Include intervals to increase intensity.
I have a lot of heel pain in the mornings after going for a walk. What can I do to treat it?
Ice, calf stretching, arch support, antiinflammatories such as Motrin.
My feet sweat a lot. Is that normal or is it a problem?
No. Could be a bacterial infection. Try daily soak in black tea or Epsom salts. Use Gold Bond powder in your shoes daily. Can also use under arm deodorant on feet.
I have what looks like a blister but it isn't going away. It's also painful. What should I do?
Drain it and cover with a bandage. Soak in Epsom salt 20 minutes per day. See a professional if not better in 1 week.
I have a blue spot on my heel which looks like a blood clot. What could this be?
Only a biopsy can tell you for sure what it is. Could be malignant, so it needs to be evaluated.
I have flat feet and running is becoming painful. What should I do?
See a podiatrist.
My feet swell up in the cold. Is this normal?
That's reactive hyperemia. Your body is sending blood to the cold area to warm it. Not abnormal.
A glass pricked my foot and even after a month the spot hurts. What should I do?
Get an X-ray to make sure there is no foreign body.
Can anyone get athlete's foot?
Fungal spores are everywhere. All that is needed is the right conditions to grow. Initial treatment would consist of Epsom salt soaks daily and topical antifungal cream. If not READ MORE
Fungal spores are everywhere. All that is needed is the right conditions to grow. Initial treatment would consist of Epsom salt soaks daily and topical antifungal cream. If not better in 3 weeks, then seek professional help.
Geoffrey Bricker, DPM
Geoffrey Bricker, DPM
Why are my feet so crooked?
This is mostly genetic. As long as it is not painful and you have good sensation, there is no need to fix it. It will probably get worse. If you wear good shoes and stretch your READ MORE
This is mostly genetic. As long as it is not painful and you have good sensation, there is no need to fix it. It will probably get worse. If you wear good shoes and stretch your calls muscles regularly, you can delay.
Can I run with flat feet?
Depends on the severity. Not all day feet are the same. Since you have pain with other activities, chances are you won't be able to run without pain unless you get proper treatment. READ MORE
Depends on the severity. Not all day feet are the same. Since you have pain with other activities, chances are you won't be able to run without pain unless you get proper treatment.
My mother is diabetic and has thick nail growth in her feet. How can we cut them while avoiding injury?
She should have a diabetic exam before any home treatment.
Is my ankle sprained?
Ankle sprains usually take 6 weeks to heal. There are exercises to strengthen it. An ace bandage should be used to control swelling. If there is significant pain after 4 weeks, READ MORE
Ankle sprains usually take 6 weeks to heal. There are exercises to strengthen it. An ace bandage should be used to control swelling. If there is significant pain after 4 weeks, a professional should be consulted.
There is a feeling of discomfort in my right foot. What could this be?
Not enough information to even make a guess.
Why do I wake up with pain in my heels everyday?
Probably plantar fasciitis. Treat with calls stretching, arch support, and Advil or Aleve, maximum dose on bottle. If not better in 2 weeks, seek professional help. If you wait, READ MORE
Probably plantar fasciitis. Treat with calls stretching, arch support, and Advil or Aleve, maximum dose on bottle. If not better in 2 weeks, seek professional help. If you wait, it is harder to treat.
What to do for swollen feet?
Thus could be the sign of congestive heart failure. She needs to see an internist asap. This can be the precursor to a heart attack.
I have a corn in my foot. Can corn cap remove that?
That's an unusual place for a corn and they are often misdiagnosed. For a first-time problem, it should be evaluated and you will be given treatment options.
