Dr. Dennis Shavelson, DPM, DABPS
Certified Health Coach | Biomechanics | Orthotics
14637 Chatsworth Manor Cir Tampa FL, 33626About
Dr. Sha has relocated to Tampa Florida as a Certified Health Coach and Human Movement Therapist - No Podiatry or Insurance - Just Great Time Tested Evidence-Based Support, Diagnosis and Treatment of Foot & Postural Complaints.
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Education and Training
New York College of Podiatric Medicine DPM 0
Joint Disease Hospital Fellowship in Bone and Joint Pathology 0
Brooklyn College B.A. Degree 0
Board Certification
Board Certified in Foot and Ankle Surgery
Provider Details
Dr. Dennis Shavelson, DPM, DABPS's Expert Contributions
Fall Prevention
Thirty-three percent of adults over 65 fall each year. The biomechanics of falling involves balance, foot and postural collapse, limb length inequality, neuro-muscular integrity, reaction time, and muscle strength and aging and other factors reduce balance, increase sway, and dampen our reaction...
What is the treatment for gout in the ankle?
There are old and new medications for treating gout. Ask your physicians to determine if you are an overproducer or underexcreter of uric acid to help you in general. Don;t just take pain medication READ MORE
How can I relieve my ankle pain?
To answer that, I would need to know what was causing your ankle pain? READ MORE
Would it be best to go through the laser therapy sessions or find a different doctor
I would ask for my money back if you take more treatments that fail to reduce your pain. READ MORE
swollen feet bottom
You probably have senile, vascular or diabetic neuropathy. Seek a professional opinion for the diagnosis and a treatment plan READ MORE
Can I walk 2 days after heel surgery?
Probably not, ask your surgeon. READ MORE
Can an ankle brace help with pain?
It might but I would seek a professional opinion if the brace is not curative, quickly. READ MORE
What is the treatment for broken foot toe?
First toe needs more caution and time to heal. 2-3-4-5 less important. Usually a buddy splint (the longest toe to the broken one taped together. Wear oversized shoes with toe box room. Reduce your activity and the intensity of your movement for 3-4 weeks. See a professional quickly if home care has not reduced pain and swelling. READ MORE
Should I go to a chiropractor for ankle pain?
Better off with a Podiatrist, MSK Physical Therapist, Orthopedic Surgeon or a Certified Health Coach. Chiropractors have less experience than the others with ankles IMHO. READ MORE
Can you help with ankle arthritis?
Of course, but every case of ankle arthritis is different and every patient is different READ MORE
Do you stay overnight for heel surgery?
Almost never. It is generally ambulatory using walking aids like crutches. Most likely reason for an overnight is if you are a smoker or have other risk factors or is there is a complication from the surgery. Good fortune READ MORE
Can sitting too much cause ankle pain?
Sitting that causes ankle pains are quite rare. Ankle pains generally develop when you are standing, moving or tasking because that is when the body weight is much higher compared to sitting. Perhaps if you are always sitting with one leg over the other at the ankles, there may be some pain driven from that pressure and the cure here would be to change your sitting position. If not, I would consider what you are doing when you are up and about as that is ore likely the root cause. Good Fortune READ MORE
Should I ice my heel injury?
Ice reduces circulation to any area which is not good for healing any injury. Ice is generally used for a short period after an injury meaning the first 24-36 hours with random ice picks (never constant). Good Fortune READ MORE
How long does it take to walk after foot surgery?
Depending on the level and type of surgery, many foot surgeries are ambulatory which means that you will be walking away from the procedure. You will likely have walking aids ranging from crutches and canes and special walking boots and shoes. The need for bed rest is unlikely unless there are complications and you couldn't walk well preop. Discuss this with your surgeon or his/her staff so you understand the postop orders. Good fortune READ MORE
Can massage help a swollen ankle?
It can be of assistance, like a band-aid, but you are better off finding the root cause of the problem and focus on that. READ MORE
Bunion operation?
I would definitely discuss this with the surgeon, his/her staff or the rehab/postop professionals as each case has its own needs. This is important. Accept no additional advice from friends or family or me (LOL). READ MORE
What topicals help with ankle pain?
Pain pills and topicals only reduce or eliminate the pain, they offer no treatment. Use pain meds only if you are treating the problem some other way or with professional help. READ MORE
Can hammertoe be fixed with surgery?
Yes early on non surgically Later with surgery Consult a therapist first for non surgical options instead of going to a surgeon READ MORE
Can medications help with an ankle sprain?
Not really They only hide or mask the pain. They offer no treatment. READ MORE
Can physical therapy help ankle swelling?
Yes READ MORE
How do you fix torn ankle ligament?
With survey READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- International Lecturer, Author, Consultant and Professor of Podiatry -
- Medical Director: The FootHelpers Orthotic Lab -
- Medical Director: Foot Centering Institute, NYC -
Awards
- Voted as one of 75 most innovative podiatrist in 2012 by Podiatry Management Magazine Year
Articles and Publications
- https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Dennis-Shavelson
Awards
- US Patents for Foot Typing Methodology, Foot Centering Wedges and Dynamic Foot Braces
Teaching and speaking
- International Speaker, Blogger, Webinar and Podcast Broadcaster
Areas of research
Biomechanics
Human Movement
Health Coaching
Dr. Dennis Shavelson, DPM, DABPS's Practice location
Dr. Dennis Shavelson Consulting and also SNAP Fitness Center
14637 Chatsworth Manor Cir -Tampa, FL 33626Get Direction
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