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Ian Klein DPM is a premier podiatrist based in St. Petersburg, Florida. Total Foot Care, his practice, has been running since 1995 to help people with any and all possible foot health issues. Ian Klein DPM received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, followed very soon by fellowship of the American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine. A little later, certification from the American Board of Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine improved his standing as a podiatrist even further. He is a member of various associations and has affiliations with many centers of podiatric excellence.
Clearly, Ian Klein DPM is exceedingly well-qualified, but what can he help you with?
Heel Pain. Inflammation of the base of the foot caused by tension and friction can lead to pain. This condition is known as either plantar fasciitis or heel spur syndrome. The plantar fascia, which becomes inflamed, is the part of the foot which extends from the heel to the base of the toes via the arch of the foot. If you have an overpronated gait, your foot can roll inward too much when you walk. This causes the plantar fascia to put under tension as the foot flattens. This causes inflammation, which causes pain.
Ian Klein DPM is often able to treat this condition successfully with orthotics, ice packs, stretching, physical therapy or anti-inflammatory medication.
Diabetic Care. Nearly six percent of the US population has diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association. That's almost 16 million people. The majority of these people will, in the course of their illness, experience neuropathy. This is a type of damage to the nervous system which can cause loss of feeling in the extremities. Because of this, diabetics' feet are at risk if not inspected regularly. Small breaks in the skin can evolve into problems severe enough to lead to amputation.
If you need help with caring for your feet as a diabetic, Ian Klein DPM will advise you concerning the best way of keeping yourself healthy. If you need treatment, he will use his expertise to minimize inconvenience to you while maximizing your satisfaction with his care.
Neuroma. Neuroma is a condition where the nerves between the third and fourth toes swell up due to friction from the surrounding tissue. This can cause pain, numbness and tingling in the toes and nearby area.
At his St. Petersburg practice, Ian Klein DPM will put your mind at ease and help you choose the right treatment option for you. Conservative treatments like physical therapy, use of orthotics or corticosteroid injections can often solve the problem. If not, surgery may be required.
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT). This is an advanced technique that Ian Klein DPM is able to use to treat chronic versions of conditions such as plantar fasciitis. If symptoms have persisted for more than six months and you've tried other options, ESWT may be the solution for you. It is a 30-minute outpatient procedure performed under local anesthetic which often gives results with one treatment.
Holistic Care. Ian Klein DPM is not your average podiatrist. He believes in not only treating a patient's feet, but helping them achieve all-around health. By approaching his patients as friends and even family, he integrates himself into the community and benefits many people around him. Through the personal connection you build with him, he will be able to be more effective in helping you overcome your foot-related health issues.
