Among the usual treatment podiatrists employ, Crofton Podiatry also offers the following which you may not know about. They are Cryotherapy, Iontophoresis, Neurolysis, and Extracorporeal Shockwave.
Each has their specific uses and applications, but all, if used as designed, can help alleviate many of the problems podiatric patients suffer from. They are:
- Cryotherapy – it’s the use of cold to freeze off warts. Some treatments call for immersion in a cold cryotherapy bath while others only apply the freezing temperatures to the face or other affected areas. We use a cotton swab to apply liquid nitrogen to the affected area.
- Iontophoresis - it is used to treat excessive sweating and employs a machine which passes a mild electrical current through a pan of water in which your feet are submerged. This can also be used for other parts of the body. There are no known long-term side effects and has been found to be very effective.
- Neurolysis is used to treat neuromas or pinched nerves. Neurolysis requires the application of a chemical to eliminate the affected nerve. Several treatments are recommended.
- Extracorporeal Shockwave therapy uses shockwaves to treat inflamed areas usually in the heel. This treatment is used for the more serious conditions of Plantar Fasciitis which may have not responded to more conservative treatments. Sound waves are applied outside the skin and act to heel the aggravated material within the foot.
While we strive to provide the most effective treatments for foot concerns, doing so requires keeping up on the latest procedures. Each of the above treatments are designed to be applied to specific foot issues and only a trained podiatrist can determine what treatment is best for you. Please know we are dedicated to providing only the best service to our patients.
If you believe you have any of the above maladies or have any other concerns about your feet, make an appointment with our board-certified podiatrist, Dr. Brad Toll. He will assess your feet and find the appropriate treatments. Call Crofton Podiatry at (410) 721-4505, which provides services to Crofton, Gambrills, Odenton, and Bowie, MD areas.