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Dr. Joseph Martin Quezada, D.P.M.
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
Dr. Joseph Quezada is a podiatrist practicing in Ithaca, NY. Dr. Quezada is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Quezada 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. Joseph Martin Quezada, D.P.M.
- Ithaca, NY
- Accepting new patients
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What shoes should I wear for hammertoe?
The shoes should be ones that do not bother you, but the real solution is a surgical solution which is very simple.
My grandfather's wound is not healing. What should we do?
He must go to a wound care specialist. He probably suffers from diabetes.
I am not able to flex my foot. Why?
Wow, you need a foot manipulation and fixed with tape because your feet are totally dis-aligned, it's like rotating the tires in your car. But sadly, I am the only podiatrist that READ MORE
Wow, you need a foot manipulation and fixed with tape because your feet are totally dis-aligned, it's like rotating the tires in your car. But sadly, I am the only podiatrist that does that treatment. But for sure, you need to go to a specialist and seek help!
My foot still hasn't healed after I fell last month. What should I do?
You should visit a specialist. That might be a sign of diabetes. When wounds do not heal after a month, it is a sign of bigger problems.
For a runner, what aftercare do you recommend to ensure feet health?
There is no aftercare, there is only preventive care. You need personalized orthotics that will protect you from getting pain, not over-the-counter, but made for you.
I have a lot of heel pain in the mornings after going for a walk. What can I do to treat it?
You really need to go to a podiatrist, you would need orthotics tailored to your feet. Pain is always a sign that shows you there is a problem.
My feet sweat a lot. Is that normal or is it a problem?
My feet do, too, I just wear shoes that will not make them sweat.
I have a blue spot on my heel which looks like a blood clot. What could this be?
It could be a bruise. Observe it for a few days more and if it does not disappear, you should consult with a podiatrist in your area.
I have flat feet and running is becoming painful. What should I do?
THE ONLY WAY TO GET BETTER IS WITH COSTUMED MADE ORTHOTICS. WHAT I DO, WHICH IS MY OWN CREATION, IS A MANIPULATION OF THE FEET AND STRAPPING ONCE A WEEK FOR 3 WEEKS, FIRST, READ MORE
THE ONLY WAY TO GET BETTER IS WITH COSTUMED MADE ORTHOTICS. WHAT I DO, WHICH IS MY OWN CREATION, IS A MANIPULATION OF THE FEET AND STRAPPING ONCE A WEEK FOR 3 WEEKS, FIRST, THEN, I WILL GET YOUR NEW AND CORRECTED POSITION AND CREATE YOUR ORTHOTICS SO IT WILL HOLD YOUR FEET IN THE CORRECTED POSITION.
THAT SHOULD SOLVE YOUR PROBLEM!
THAT SHOULD SOLVE YOUR PROBLEM!
My feet swell up in the cold. Is this normal?
No, they should get smaller. You need to check your circulation.
A glass pricked my foot and even after a month the spot hurts. What should I do?
I might be infected, or you have a small piece of the glass inside and that might be the cause. In any case, I think you should visit a specialist.
I am experiencing foot pain while sitting. What could be the reason?
THERE COULD BE DIFFERENT CAUSES: CIRCULATORY, A PINCHED NERVE, THE WAY YOU SIT AND MANY OTHER REASONS, SO YOU REALLY NEED TO CHECK WITH A SPECIALIST, IT IS HARD TO DETERMINE THAT READ MORE
THERE COULD BE DIFFERENT CAUSES: CIRCULATORY, A PINCHED NERVE, THE WAY YOU SIT AND MANY OTHER REASONS, SO YOU REALLY NEED TO CHECK WITH A SPECIALIST, IT IS HARD TO DETERMINE THAT WITHOUT A CONSULTATION.
Does swelling around the ankle indicate a serious injury?
Any swelling should be checked by a specialist. It might be something that will go away by itself or something that needs to be treated. There is not one single answer to your READ MORE
Any swelling should be checked by a specialist. It might be something that will go away by itself or something that needs to be treated. There is not one single answer to your question.
Why are my feet so crooked?
Because you need your feet to be aligned with manipulation, which is my specialty, after I do that, I get insoles that will keep your feet where they belong.
Why do I wake up with pain in my heels everyday?
Bad circulation.
What to do for swollen feet?
Her problem is circulatory; not only the feet, she needs to see a specialist in circulation.
