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Dr. Scott Jason, DPM
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
Dr. Scott Jason is a podiatrist practicing in Jacksonville, FL. Dr. Jason is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Jason 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.
27 years
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Dr. Scott Jason, DPM
- Palatka, Florida
- Barry University
- Accepting new patients
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Knots on the bottom of my feet?
They could be fibromas. Benign growths along the plantar fascia on the bottom of the foot. The only way to get rid of them is with surgery but they have a 4060 recurrent rate. READ MORE
They could be fibromas. Benign growths along the plantar fascia on the bottom of the foot. The only way to get rid of them is with surgery but they have a 4060 recurrent rate. If they are painful, I recommend seeing your local podiatrist for treatment options.
Can I exercise with a swollen ankle?
As long as there is no pain and no recent trauma to your foot or ankle, then you should be able to exercise.
What is arthritis, and what are the treatment options?
Arthritis occurs when the cartilage, which is the protective cover, deteriorates within the joint. Then instead of having the protective cover, the cartilage, in the joint protecting READ MORE
Arthritis occurs when the cartilage, which is the protective cover, deteriorates within the joint. Then instead of having the protective cover, the cartilage, in the joint protecting the joint, you have bone rubbing on bone. There are no a lot of treatments, unfortunately. Depending on how bad the arthritis is, sometimes a joint replacement are necessary. There are alternative options such as steroid injections and oral anti inflammatories. They will only help with the discomfort and not repair the joint. Platelet rich plasma injections can sometimes help as well.
What is the best treatment for heel spur pain?
The best treatment for heel spur pain is stretching.
What helps with a bunion on the side of the feet?
The only way to get rid of a bunion is with surgery. There is no splint that can correct a bunion. If you are having pain associated with your bunion I recommend you see your local READ MORE
The only way to get rid of a bunion is with surgery. There is no splint that can correct a bunion. If you are having pain associated with your bunion I recommend you see your local podiatrist
What is the fix for a heel spur?
The only real "fix' for a heel spur is to surgically remove the spur. Heel pain is typically the result of plantar fasciitis and not because of a spur. The best way to get rid READ MORE
The only real "fix' for a heel spur is to surgically remove the spur. Heel pain is typically the result of plantar fasciitis and not because of a spur. The best way to get rid of plantar fasciitis is with stretching. If your still having heel pain after doing the stretching for 3 weeks or more, then I would recommend seeing your local podiatrist.
Can a heel bunion be fixed?
There is not a heel bunion. There is a heel spur and a bunion. A bunion is located at the first metatarsal head(the long bone on the inside of the foot) and can be corrected with READ MORE
There is not a heel bunion. There is a heel spur and a bunion. A bunion is located at the first metatarsal head(the long bone on the inside of the foot) and can be corrected with surgery. A heel spur is on the bottom of the calcaneus(heel bone) and rarely requires surgery.
Can heel spurs be fixed with medications?
Surgery is the only way to remove a heel spur. Oral steroids, oral NSAIDs and steroid injections can alleviate the discomfort associated with the heel spur. Depending on the location READ MORE
Surgery is the only way to remove a heel spur. Oral steroids, oral NSAIDs and steroid injections can alleviate the discomfort associated with the heel spur. Depending on the location of the heel spur, they rarely need surgical removal. If you have a heel spur and you have discomfort associated with the spur, I recommend you see your local podiatrist.
How can I slow down arthritis in my ankles?
The best way to slow down arthritis is to limit how much the joint is used. Now thats difficult with the ankle as it is a weightbearing joint and used every day. I would recommend READ MORE
The best way to slow down arthritis is to limit how much the joint is used. Now thats difficult with the ankle as it is a weightbearing joint and used every day. I would recommend limiting activities that put stress on your ankle. Avoid sporting activities that require a lot of side to side movement. Avoid activities that require you to squat, as that can put stress on your ankle. Biking and swimming are activities that can be done that limit the stress on your ankle.
How long should you rest with a sprained ankle?
It all depends on the severity of the sprain. Some can heal in a few weeks others may take up to 6-8weeks. If you are still having pain and/or swelling that last longer than 2 READ MORE
It all depends on the severity of the sprain. Some can heal in a few weeks others may take up to 6-8weeks. If you are still having pain and/or swelling that last longer than 2 weeks, I would recommend seeing your local podiatrist
How long does it take for a cortisone shot to work on a heel spur?
Some people get immediate relief from heel pain with a cortisone injection. Some people require more than one.
How do you get rid of a bruise on your ankle?
Initial treatment for a bruise should be ice for about 48 hours to reduce swelling and prevent further bruising. After that moist heat will help to dissolve the bruise.
How long is the treatment for ankle arthritis?
The only way to get rid of arthritis is with surgery. There are multiple types of surgery that can performed, depending on how bad the arthritic joint is. The length and type of READ MORE
The only way to get rid of arthritis is with surgery. There are multiple types of surgery that can performed, depending on how bad the arthritic joint is. The length and type of treatments to help with the symptoms of arthritis varies. I would recommend seeing your local podiatrists.
How do you fix a hammertoe?
The only way to fix a hammertoe is with surgery. There are no splints that can correct a hammertoe. There are multiple procedures to correct a hammertoe depending on the cause READ MORE
The only way to fix a hammertoe is with surgery. There are no splints that can correct a hammertoe. There are multiple procedures to correct a hammertoe depending on the cause of the hammertoe. I recommend you make an appointment with your local podiatrist to discuss the different options for correcting a hammertoe.
Does heel spur need treatment?
Heel spurs that do not hurt do not need any treatment. Heel pain is typically a result of plantar fasciitis. A heel spur can be present with plantar fasciitis, but the pain is READ MORE
Heel spurs that do not hurt do not need any treatment. Heel pain is typically a result of plantar fasciitis. A heel spur can be present with plantar fasciitis, but the pain is not caused from the heel spur and only the plantar fasciitis needs to be treated.
What treatments are available for a heel spur?
There are many treatment options for heel spurs or heel pain. Conservative treatments can be stretching exercises, oral or topical anti inflammatory, physical therapy, steroid READ MORE
There are many treatment options for heel spurs or heel pain. Conservative treatments can be stretching exercises, oral or topical anti inflammatory, physical therapy, steroid injections, and tapings. If conservative treatment doesnt work, then surgery may be needed. Only 10-15% ever need surgery.
Can weight lifting cause ankle pain?
Some leg exercise can cause ankle pain if done improperly or trying to use too much weight. Squats and lunges can put stress on the ankle. If the ankle pain persists, than I would READ MORE
Some leg exercise can cause ankle pain if done improperly or trying to use too much weight. Squats and lunges can put stress on the ankle. If the ankle pain persists, than I would recommend seeing your local podiatrist.
How can I straighten my hammer toes at home?
Unfortunately, the only way to correct a hammertoe is with surgery. There is no splint that can be worn or exercises that can be done to correct a hammertoe.
How do you fix torn ankle ligament?
There are multiple ways to repair torn ankle ligaments. Sometimes the ligament itself can be repaired. Sometimes a tendon in the ankle needs to re-routed. It depends on how bad READ MORE
There are multiple ways to repair torn ankle ligaments. Sometimes the ligament itself can be repaired. Sometimes a tendon in the ankle needs to re-routed. It depends on how bad the ligament is torn and how long the ligament was torn. I recommend asking your surgeon what the planned procedure will be and what the recovery time will be.
Can ankle ligament injury heal itself?
It depends on the severity of the injury. Partial tears can heal with scar tissue. Complete tears sometimes need to be repaired. Unfortunately, both can cause laxity in the ankle READ MORE
It depends on the severity of the injury. Partial tears can heal with scar tissue. Complete tears sometimes need to be repaired. Unfortunately, both can cause laxity in the ankle which makes the ankle prone to sprains in the future. Athletes and younger patients should to their local foot and ankle surgeon to see what the best treatment is for them.
