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Dr. Travis Bodeker, DPM
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
Dr. Travis Bodeker is a podiatrist practicing in Humble, TX. Dr. Bodeker is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Bodeker 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.
22 years
Experience
Dr. Travis Bodeker, DPM
- Humble, TX
- Texas A&M University
- Accepting new patients
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What is the treatment for hammer toe?
Conservatively, padding around the ball of the foot or a custom type of insert can be used. However, since it is a structural problem in the foot, the best course is often surgical READ MORE
Conservatively, padding around the ball of the foot or a custom type of insert can be used. However, since it is a structural problem in the foot, the best course is often surgical correction.
Do acupuncture shoes help with heel pain?
I have never heard of acupuncture shoes. Start stretching your calves before you get of bed in the morning. Roll frozen water bottle up and down the arch for 15 min at a time. READ MORE
I have never heard of acupuncture shoes. Start stretching your calves before you get of bed in the morning. Roll frozen water bottle up and down the arch for 15 min at a time. Good supportive shoe gear is also important.
Can bath salts help in treating heel pain?
Some people do have success using warm water and epsom salt. I also recommend rolling frozen water bottle up and down arch for 15 min
Why could my feet be so itchy?
Could be athlete's foot (fungus), dry skin, or a type of dermatitis.
I have a strange pain in the bottom of my feet. What could be the reason for this?
Depends on where pain is at. Yes, being over weight places more forces/stresses across the foot and ankle
Could foot odor be a sign of an infection?
Not necessarily. Some people have hyperhidrosis (excess sweating) which can lead to odor. Dry feet well, change socks during day, and try spray or powder for shoes.
Why do my feet hurt every time I run?
Depends on where pain is. If you have not been very active and have started a new routine, you can cause some tendonitis. Make sure your shoe gear is appropriately fitted and READ MORE
Depends on where pain is. If you have not been very active and have started a new routine, you can cause some tendonitis. Make sure your shoe gear is appropriately fitted and you are not wearing shoes that are old and worn out. Go slow and low distance. You may need to start with a light jog or fast walk first and build up to a run.
Can a dislocated ankle fix itself?
Not usually
Should you wear a walking boot for a sprained ankle?
Depending on when injury was and severity, I usually recommend complete non-weight bearing to weight bearing in walking boot.
Can you walk after ankle surgery?
If surgery is to repair broken bones or injured ligaments/tendons, there is a certain period of non-weight bearing.
Is it ok to massage plantar fasciitis?
I think massaging has benefits. I usually have my patients use a frozen water bottle so they can ice and massage at the same time. I do prefer gentle pressure.
Can I walk a week after ankle surgery?
Depends on the type of surgery but usually no.
