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About Dr George Tsatsos
Expertise
All questions related to surgery, orthopedics and medicine of the foot and ankle. Second Opinion specialist in Foot and Ankle including fractures All questions relating to foot and ankle problems in children Sports medicine of the foot and ankle Runner's and walking problems

Experience
PRIVATE PRACTICES: Ankle N Foot Center.com, 2220 W Belmont Ave., Chgo., IL 60618 since 1979 Ankle & Foot Center of Elmhurst, 401 N.York Rd., Elmhurst, IL, 60126, since 1989. Physicians Suites, Bethany Hospital, 3435 W. Van Buren, Chgo., Il, 60624, since1980. HOSPITAL & SURGICAL AFFILIATIONS: Bethany Hospital, 3435 W. Van Buren, Chgo., Il.- Podiatry staff since 1979 Glen Oaks Medical Center, 701 Winthrop, Glen Dale Hts, IL – Podiatry staff since 1997. Elmhurst Medsurge, 401 N. York Rd., Elmhurst, IL, 60126, since 1999 Resurrection Health Care Surgery Center, 3101 N. Harlem Ave., Chicago, IL, since 1999 Chicago Neurologic & Orthopedic Hospital, 4501 N. Winchester Ave., Chicago, IL, since 2008

Organizations
Member of the National & Midwest Academy of Ambulatory Foot Surgery. Member of American College of Sports Medicine. Member of American Medical Athletic Association. Member of Chicago Metropolitan Ski Council.

Publications
Prolotherapy in the Treatment of Foot Problems Clinical Correspondence, June 2002. Vol 92- no. 6 Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association. Paper on Treatment of Delta-Phalanx of the Foot – submitted for publication to Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery & for Fellowship of ACPPS., September, 1998 Sports Medicine Consultant for the book-Triathlon 101 Essentials for Multisport Success by John Mora – 1999 ISBN 0-88011-811-3 Windy City Sports – October 1996 Marathon Issue “Keeping Your Feet Happy” American Running & Fitness Association, Clinic Advisor & Lifetime Member – Editorial Staff since 1990.

Education/Credentials
Fellow-American College of Foot & Ankle Orthopedists, since 1991. Fellow-Academy of Ambulatory Foot Surgery, since 1980. Fellow- American Institute of Foot Medicine , since 1987. Fellow-American College of Foot & Ankle Pediatrics, since 1998. Certified in Laser Surgery- by Wenske Laser Center, Ravenswood Hospital, 1991. Certified in Foot and Ankle Arthroscopy – by Doctor’s Hospital, 1991. Certified Preceptorship Director-Scholl College of Podiatry 1993-2006 Board Certified in Foot & Ankle Surgery-A.B.M.S.P., since 1987. Recertified 8/08 till 3/31/2012 Board Certified in Podiatric Foot & Ankle Orthopedics-A.B.P.O.P.P.M., 1991. Recertified 10/2003 till 12/2013 Board Certified in Pain Management-A.A.P.M., since 1990.-retired Clinical Instructor – Department of Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University 10/2007 until present

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Podiatry - Heel Pain!

Expert: Dr George Tsatsos - 10/23/2009

Question
Hello. I am a active young adult and my feet are now suffering which is never a good thing. Recently I have begin to notice that my heel right in the middle on the left foot is very tender when weight is applied and continues to persist. What might this be and how do I get rid of it quickly? Thank You
Leanna

Answer
This Chicago Podiatrist says.....
Sounds like plantar fasciitis-also known as plantar fasciosis. May have some additional tissues and ligaments that are irritated. When you stop activity the tissues try to repair themselves by trying to "glue themselves" in a position that limits movement. As soon as you put weight on the area you tear the healing tissues-which causes the initial pain. As you move around the body lubricates itself and the tissues begin to feel better. However the continued standing movement and standing re-injures the tissues after a few hours and the pain intensifies.
PRICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Protect-wear a supportive shoe or gym shoe while walking and try to protect the arch and wrap it good so it doesn't move. Check out our website for a post-op/surgical shoe-at our online store- www.AnkleNFoot.com
Rest-walk less and take a break every few hours and stretch
Ice-on and of as much as possible for 3 days almost constantly and then as necessary for pain
Compress-Mild ace wrap the area-which will also protect. Do this a lot
Elevate-if it throbs elevate sooner.
After the injury quiets down in a week or so-physical therapy will help.
Max dose of Alleve or Advil for 3 days, then decrease dosage over the next 3-4 days. Stop if it bothers you or if you have stomach problem
Check out our website AnkleNFoot.com for additional info on plantar fasciitis.
If you want to try something before you see a podiatrist,you can try arch supports and a night splint from our store. Our products are medical grade and priced competitively.But if you don't get relief within a few days of trying the above then find a sports medicine podiatrist

We are located in Chicago and do second opinions.
Good Luck!
Hope this helps!

Dr George Tsatsos
Chicago Podiatrist 60618,60661
Elmhurst Podiatrist 60126
Board Certified in Foot and Ankle Surgery & Orthopedics
New Chicago South Loop Location
AnkleNFoot.com

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