AboutDr 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
Question Hi- I am an overweight adult (5"8 and 200 lbs) and I am trying to lose weight by eating right and exercising. I also have varicose veins. I am wondering what you would suggest in terms of an exercise schedule. Would it be dangerous for me to run at my weight? Should I start off by walking? What is the distance you would recommend for me to walk/run? Any help would be appreciated.
Answer First of all CONGRATULATIONS! on trying to do something.
The best exercises are pool exercises. That takes weight off your feet,knees,hips and lower back.
The physical exertion of moving through a pool is also tiring.
Get support hose for the varicose veins! The mildest compression that works will do. Powder them with Talc to allow easy on and off. That said I know that they are a pain to put on-but they are the Cheapest and most Effective ounce of cure worth many pounds it's weight! An episode of phlebitis can land you in the hospital. Check our website online store for the compression hose http://www.ourdoctorstore.com/tsatsos/store/search.asp
If you are concerned have the veins looked at.
Start with good supportive shoes and work up to a brisk walk for 45 minutes. That will give you some additional calorie burning after you stop. Make sure you do 10 minutes of warm-ups and 5-10 minutes of warm down(slow walking and stretching)-for a total of an hour of activity 5-6 times a week. Try to increase to an hour and a half. If you get arch pain try some temporary arch supports, or orthotics/orthoses from your podiatrist.
Take your diet seriously. A fat piece of cake that can be eaten in 10 minutes can take 4 hours of the above exercise to burn off!
Get a partner and professional input to help with the diet. A dietitian is fine
Diet is more important than exercise. Stay away from hype.
Good Luck!
We give second opinions.
Hope this helps!
Dr George Tsatsos
Chicago & Elmhurst Podiatrists
Board Certified in Foot and Ankle Surgery & Orthopedics
New Chicago South Loop Location
AnkleNFoot.com
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