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Dr. Timothy Liddy, DPM
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
Dr. Timothy Liddy is a podiatrist practicing in West Hollywood, CA. Dr. Liddy is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Liddy 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. Timothy Liddy, DPM
- Los Angeles, CA
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Is the recovery painful from bunion surgery?
Post op pain is controlled with long acting anesthetics. The toe, foot will feel numb, but very little pain. Oral medications will be helpful in the intermediate time frame, followed READ MORE
Post op pain is controlled with long acting anesthetics. The toe, foot will feel numb, but very little pain. Oral medications will be helpful in the intermediate time frame, followed by physical therapy to restore flexibility and balance. We can provide all of this for our patients and they recover very well. Let me know if you have other questions. Dr. Liddy
Is the recovery after bunion surgery painful?
There is always surgical pain to be expected. We manage pain with long acting anesthetics and sometimes with a marcaine pump delivery. If pain is not controlled, then there may READ MORE
There is always surgical pain to be expected. We manage pain with long acting anesthetics and sometimes with a marcaine pump delivery. If pain is not controlled, then there may be a complication that needs to be addressed. The bandage may be too tight or a hematoma, but these are rare. Post op infection occurs about 2-3 days after the surgery and is important to treat effectively. The value of the surgery should outway the discomfort, so each patient will discover that for themselves. Thank you, Dr. Liddy
What shoes to wear with a toe bunion?
Hi, What will become immediately obvious to you is that tighter shoes will cause pain. Surgery can fix the bunion and often that will allow you a wider range of style and materials READ MORE
Hi, What will become immediately obvious to you is that tighter shoes will cause pain. Surgery can fix the bunion and often that will allow you a wider range of style and materials to choose from. Contact my office if you would like to discuss all options. Dr. Liddy
How can I get rid of tendonitis in my ankle?
First, we should understand the mechanism of the injury. Why is the tendon getting injured? Most often it is due to overpronation of the foot. When the foot flattens and rolls READ MORE
First, we should understand the mechanism of the injury. Why is the tendon getting injured? Most often it is due to overpronation of the foot. When the foot flattens and rolls in, the tendon structures get overly stressed and get micro tears. This results in
inflammation or the beginning of the repair cycle. You will feel this as pain, tightness, swelling and warmth. Rest, ice compression and anti-inflammatory medicine will help. Make sure you have the right shoes for your activity and consider an orthotic if needed.
inflammation or the beginning of the repair cycle. You will feel this as pain, tightness, swelling and warmth. Rest, ice compression and anti-inflammatory medicine will help. Make sure you have the right shoes for your activity and consider an orthotic if needed.
What are the risks of plantar fasciitis surgery?
Good question. The risks for plantar fasciitis surgery include nerve entrapment, hypertrophic scar, hematoma and anesthetic complications. Post op infection risk is also something READ MORE
Good question. The risks for plantar fasciitis surgery include nerve entrapment, hypertrophic scar, hematoma and anesthetic complications. Post op infection risk is also something to consider. Although these risks are relatively small, they are not zero and should be identified and addressed in a judicious manner. Before you have surgery for plantar fasciitis, be sure to exhaust all non-surgical options. There is a high rate of success. You should also be apprised to PRP and Stem Cell alternatives where.
Surgery and reopened wound?
Be prepared to use a graft. Even though this appears to be a straightforward repair of tendon damage there is a gap between the ends. That distance is presently unknown, only READ MORE
Be prepared to use a graft. Even though this appears to be a straightforward repair of tendon damage there is a gap between the ends. That distance is presently unknown, only estimated. Therefore, the tension on the repair is the greatest risk of failure. Autograft or allograft can be used to bridge the gap and improve the outcome. The surgeon should be prepared to integrate the graft if needed.
Good luck.
Good luck.
Is plantar fasciitis surgery recovery painful?
Hi,
This is Dr. Liddy. First off, pain levels can be subjective. I may describe recovery as not too bad and you may think it was the worst pain ever. So let's take the average READ MORE
Hi,
This is Dr. Liddy. First off, pain levels can be subjective. I may describe recovery as not too bad and you may think it was the worst pain ever. So let's take the average person's recovery after a TEN JET Fasciotomy followed by Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP), or Stem Cells. This is a minimally invasive technique, often times I don't even use a suture. A Post-op fiberglass splint is applied to hold the foot in a stretched position for about 2 weeks.
My patients can walk right away and will wear the splint at night and during weight-bearing activity. You can remove it to ice, stretch and perform a range of motion exercises. My most recent patient is about to fly to New York for a 10-day vacation at 3 weeks post-op. She has no pain and is ready to take on the city. Give us a call if you would like more specific details.
Sincerely,
Dr. Liddy
This is Dr. Liddy. First off, pain levels can be subjective. I may describe recovery as not too bad and you may think it was the worst pain ever. So let's take the average person's recovery after a TEN JET Fasciotomy followed by Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP), or Stem Cells. This is a minimally invasive technique, often times I don't even use a suture. A Post-op fiberglass splint is applied to hold the foot in a stretched position for about 2 weeks.
My patients can walk right away and will wear the splint at night and during weight-bearing activity. You can remove it to ice, stretch and perform a range of motion exercises. My most recent patient is about to fly to New York for a 10-day vacation at 3 weeks post-op. She has no pain and is ready to take on the city. Give us a call if you would like more specific details.
Sincerely,
Dr. Liddy
When is ankle surgery necessary?
Great question,
Depends on the nature and severity of the problem. An unstable ankle fracture needs surgery. A mild or grade one ankle sprain requires therapy and rehabilitation. READ MORE
Great question,
Depends on the nature and severity of the problem. An unstable ankle fracture needs surgery. A mild or grade one ankle sprain requires therapy and rehabilitation. Get a thorough exam with a concrete diagnosis. Then, a qualified specialist can explain your options.
Depends on the nature and severity of the problem. An unstable ankle fracture needs surgery. A mild or grade one ankle sprain requires therapy and rehabilitation. Get a thorough exam with a concrete diagnosis. Then, a qualified specialist can explain your options.
What is the treatment for hammer toe?
There are non surgical and surgical solutions depending on your mother's physical condition. Trimming corns or calluses and then padding the area with moleskin will provide temporary READ MORE
There are non surgical and surgical solutions depending on your mother's physical condition. Trimming corns or calluses and then padding the area with moleskin will provide temporary relief. Changing to shoes that relieve the pressure on the toe will also help. Surgical correction of the hammertoe deformity may also be a viable option. Oftentimes we can perform this procedure in our office or outpatient facility. Recovery from hammertoe surgery includes a gradual return to full activity with the benefit of the toe being straight and the patient able to return to her shoes and activities of choice.
Regards,
Dr. Tim Liddy
Regards,
Dr. Tim Liddy
Do acupuncture shoes help with heel pain?
Yes, Trigger points in the muscles in your feet can be activated with accupressure. This wil increase blood flow and help to ease and repair tissues.
Can bath salts help in treating heel pain?
Yes, bath salts in warm or cool water can help with heel pain. Mild to moderated heel pain can temporarily feel better, but if the condition persists or gets worse you will need READ MORE
Yes, bath salts in warm or cool water can help with heel pain. Mild to moderated heel pain can temporarily feel better, but if the condition persists or gets worse you will need professional help. Plantar fasciitis is the most common reason, but it's not the only reason for heel pain.
Why could my feet be so itchy?
Fungal infections, allergic reactions, contact dermatitis, insect bites, etc. If I can see the tissues, I would be better able to advise. To guess at this would be a disservice READ MORE
Fungal infections, allergic reactions, contact dermatitis, insect bites, etc. If I can see the tissues, I would be better able to advise. To guess at this would be a disservice to you and may prolong your problem if I'm wrong.
I have a strange pain in the bottom of my feet. What could be the reason for this?
Stress to the muscles, tendons, joints and ligaments during exercise can exceed the integrity of the tissues. The first signs of ijury are pain followed by swelling. The severity READ MORE
Stress to the muscles, tendons, joints and ligaments during exercise can exceed the integrity of the tissues. The first signs of ijury are pain followed by swelling. The severity of the pain and the duration of the pain after the fast walking can predict just how bad the problem is. Walking exercise for weight loss is excellent and I would like to see you keep it up. If the pain persists, see a professional with the mutual goals to relieve pain and continue a weight loss program.
Could foot odor be a sign of an infection?
Yes, Fungal, bacterial or viral infections will break down the normal healthy tissue. Any malodorous smells should be treated for the underlying disease. You owe it to yourself READ MORE
Yes, Fungal, bacterial or viral infections will break down the normal healthy tissue. Any malodorous smells should be treated for the underlying disease. You owe it to yourself and other people around you to address the odor.
My legs and feet become very heavy during my periods. What is the connection and how can I manage the pain better?
Hormone changes and blood loss can contribute to swelling and fatigue. It is not normal for the feeling of heavy legs to be due to an abnormal shift of hormone levels. See your READ MORE
Hormone changes and blood loss can contribute to swelling and fatigue. It is not normal for the feeling of heavy legs to be due to an abnormal shift of hormone levels. See your gynecologist or endocrinologist just to be sure. Excessive blood loss during your period can lead to anemia and this also makes you feel fatigued.
One toe is freezing and throbbing pain?
Complications from surgery should be ruled out. Your symptoms are not normal three weeks out from surgery under controlled or elective conditions. If you had and accident and READ MORE
Complications from surgery should be ruled out. Your symptoms are not normal three weeks out from surgery under controlled or elective conditions. If you had and accident and trauma that was surgically addressed my answer would be different. There is a reason for the numbness and pain which needs to be identified and addressed. The Oxycontin only serves to mask the pain and not solve this emergent problem.
What is the fastest way to recover from bunion surgery?
Number one is to follow your surgeons advice. I want you to heal as fast as you do. That way you will tell everyone how good I am. An osteotomy used to correct the bunion should READ MORE
Number one is to follow your surgeons advice. I want you to heal as fast as you do. That way you will tell everyone how good I am. An osteotomy used to correct the bunion should be fixated with internal screws or plates. This creates compression and stabilizes the tissues. This allows for the fastest bone healing possible, (4-6weeks). I could add a bone stimulator, mesenchymal cells and agressive physical therapy to maximise the rate of cellular recovery.
Should I see a podiatrist or chiropractor?
See the person or diagnosis and treats 100 foot and ankle cases per week. Keep in mind that after the diagnosis, treatment will be recommended. If you exhaust all the non surgical READ MORE
See the person or diagnosis and treats 100 foot and ankle cases per week. Keep in mind that after the diagnosis, treatment will be recommended. If you exhaust all the non surgical therapies and subsequently need surgery, then you need a surgeon, ie, Podiarist.
When can I put weight on my foot after bunion surgery?
After the bunionectomy is performed your surgeon will stabilize the union with rigid fixation. I will test the integrity of my fixation on the surgical table to insure it is stable. READ MORE
After the bunionectomy is performed your surgeon will stabilize the union with rigid fixation. I will test the integrity of my fixation on the surgical table to insure it is stable. Under these circumstance I will allow limited weight bearing during the first week. Each visit I will re-assess and allow more time on the surgical foot.
