About Dr. Marc Katz Expertise All medical and surgical problems of the foot and ankle.
Specializing in Pain Management of the Foot & Ankle using Advanced Cryosurgical techniques. Also woundcare and limb salvage.
Experience I am a Podiatrist in private practice for 17 years in Tampa Florida
Organizations
American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons,
American Podiatric Medical Association,
Florida Podiatric Medical Association,
American Professional Wound Care Association,
Cryostar certified in Foot Cryosurgery
Publications
http://ezinearticles.com/?Understanding-Heel-Pain-and-Treatment-Options&id=270285
http://ezinearticles.com/?New-Relief-for-Foot-Pain-Due-to-Diabetic-Neuropathy&id=438090
http://ezinearticles.com/?Permanent-Relief-for-Ingrown-Toenails&id=387593
http://ezinearticles.com/?Foot-Cryosurgery-for-Plantar-Fasciitis,-Heel-Pain,-Mortons-Neuroma-and-Neuropathy&id=261571
Education/Credentials
I am a board-certified Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) and a certified Foot Cryosurgeon
Question Hello...Two weeks ago, I injured my ankle. A large case holding a pop up tent fell back and slid on it's wheels into my ankle. The hard plastic foot of the case seemed to hit the hardest. I had a small cut and immediate swelling and bruising in the area where the front of my leg meets my foot. It was painful, but I was able to walk on the ankle. Over the next two weeks, the bruise spread down the top of my foot and around the swollen area. X-rays were negative, but 2 weeks later, I still have a round swollen area and bruising about 1 inch in diameter at the point of impact. I do not have constant pain, but experience painful episodes when sitting for too long, going up and down stairs, or just being on my feet for too long. I am also still uncomfortable wearing a sock or sneakers due to the bruising and swelling. Sandals seem to be the only thing that doesn't bother me. Could this be a fracture that was missed by the Xray, or is it more likely to be just bruising? Thanks for your time.
Answer Hi Joann,
It is likely a soft tissue injury or bruise. However, if the pain continues, I would get an MRI to evaluate the area further. You could also have an infection.
Sincerely,
Marc Katz, DPM
Tampa, FL
Advanced Podiatry
www.thetampapodiatrist.com
www.tampacryosurgery.com
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