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Dr. Gregory Bryniczka, DPM

Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)

Gregory C. Bryniczka, DPM, FACFAS, is a well-versed podiatrist who diagnoses and treats patients Northwest Podiatry Center in Illinois. Dr. Bryniczka established the center in 1976 and currently practice alongside his son, board certified foot and reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgeon, Adam W. Bryniczka, DPM, as well as Drs. David O’Brian and Bryn Laubacher. Northwest Podiatry Center has office locations in Wheaton, Aurora, Streamwood, Niles, South Elgin, Huntley, and Dekalb, IL. Dr. Bryniczka’s son, Dr. Adam Bryniczka, who is an integral part of the practice, is a 2006-graduate of the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine/Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine. He completed extensive training in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery at Yale University Hospital.
50 years Experience
Dr. Gregory Bryniczka, DPM
  • Wheaton, IL
  • Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine
  • Accepting new patients

Ankle injury 3 weeks ago, How long until you need to go to the doctor.

Since you continue to have pain, I definitely recommend medical evaluation, including diagnostic x-rays and if required an MRI.

Is it normal for ankles to swell after running?

No, you may have a vascular issues such as venous stasis or even lymphedema; and should be evaluated.

How painful is a total ankle replacement?

Normally they can be out-patient, and pain management can be careful with medications and nerve blocks along with ice. Pain will vary from one patient to another, but post-op care READ MORE
Normally they can be out-patient, and pain management can be careful with medications and nerve blocks along with ice. Pain will vary from one patient to another, but post-op care is essential. finally, you need to discuss this with your surgeon.

What anesthesia is used for foot surgery?

Depending on the procedures, General, General/popliteal blocks, Local IV anesthesia, and or local.

Do acupressure slippers work for relieving pain?

Have no experience with Acupressure slippers, but you need to be medically evaluated since the presence of venous disease.

My left ankle is swollen?

Due to your underlying medical issues, you will need to be evaluated by a podiatrist or some physician.

What can I do for ankle pain?

You will require proper evaluation by a professional to determine the cause of your pain since your question is vague in its origin.

What can I do for my heel pain?

Apply ice, stretching, and massage, if no relief seek medical treatment.

Is hammer toe surgery painful?

Should not be, they will give you post-op injection after surgery which should keep it numb for a period of time and help control the pain.

How long does ankle dislocation surgery take?

It really depends on the severity of the ankle dislocation such as one malleolus, bimalleolar, or even trimalleolar. The type of fixation involved internal or external and even READ MORE
It really depends on the severity of the ankle dislocation such as one malleolus, bimalleolar, or even trimalleolar. The type of fixation involved internal or external and even the possibility of soft tissue injury aluminous ore and or tendon injury.

What do I have on my leg?

You need to have a podiatrist assess your problem and may require a biopsy.

Is an ankle brace good for a sprained ankle?

Yes, for mild sprains, if you have difficulty walking after a few days, you will require a professional evaluation.

Sprained ankle?

Immediately, my concern and should be eliminated is damage to the joint itself. seek medical attention.

Is local anesthesia used for ankle surgery?

It depends on the type, if only soft tissue it would probably suffice. If a major surgery with bone or arthroscope, no.

Is physical therapy painful after ankle surgery?

In the beginning, it may, then should improve over time.

How do you fix a broken ankle?

Depending on the severity, if there is bone displacement more than likely open reduction.

Foot infections?

From the picture you have shown me lit appears to be Moccasin Verruca, And would recommend to seek a podiatrist for treatment options

My foot?

It appears to be a dermatitis with possible fungal or eczema

Knee buckling?

It sounds like you have a sagittal plane deformity with a diagnosis of genu recurvatumn and should seek an orthopedic evaluation and treatment options