General Practitioners

• Warts
• Arthritis
  Ankle surgery may be required to correct a serious deformity of the ankle and its bone structure. Injury (such as a fracture), birth defects, or changes throughout the course of life are the usual culprits. Diseases, such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and neuromuscular conditions, may cause severe Read more
• Plantar Fasciitis
• Diabetic Foot Care

Psychiatrists

• Anxiety

Endocrinologist

• Diabetes Care

Radiologist

• Ultrasound
  Ultrasound produces superior images providing detailed pictures of foreign bodies, stress injuries, Tendonitis, Plantar Fascitis, Neuromas, and others.
• X-Rays

Surgeons

• Orthopedics
• Ankle Surgery
• Bunions
  Lasers do not vaporize bone, since bone does not have the water content of soft tissue, lasers cannot be used to surgically correct bony deformities like bunions or hammertoes.
• Ingrown Toenails

Dermatologists

• Corns
  These well deep nucleated corns usually on the plantar aspect of the foot also respond well to laser treatment unless there is an underlying bony or biomechanical imbalance; in which case the biomechanics of the foot have to be addressed.
• Cyst
• Calluses
  Corns and calluses are protective layers of compacted, dead skin cells. They are caused by repeated friction from skin rubbing against bony areas or against an irregularity in a shoe. Corns ordinarily form on the toes and calluses on the soles of the feet. Read More...
• Fungus
  A chronic infection caused by various types of fungus, Athlete's foot is often spread in places where people go barefoot such as public showers or swimming pools. The condition ranges from mild scaling and itching to painful inflammation and blisters. It usually starts between the toes or on the arch Read more

Physical Therapists

• Physical Therapy
• Flatfoot Correction
• Heel Pain
• Orthotics and Prosthetic Therapy

Podiatrists

• General Podiatry
  Dr. James D. Velarde is a graduate from Loyola University, Chicago with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology. He also graduated from the Dr. William Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago IL. Dr. Velarde has been in Private Practice since 1986 in the Chicago area as well as surrounding suburbs. He is a member of both the American and Illinois Podiatric Medical Association. He also pursues ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in Podiatric Medicine.
• Achilles Tendonitis
  The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the human body and can withstand forces of 1,000 pounds or more. It also is the most frequently ruptured tendon, usually as a result of a sports injury. Both professional and weekend athletes may suffer from Achilles tendonitis, a common overuse injury and Read more
• Ankle Instability
• Arthritic Foot Care
• Bunions Problems
  Bunions are misaligned big toe joints that can become swollen and tender, causing the first joint of the big toe to slant outward, and the second joint to angle toward the other toes. Read More...
• Calluses
• Diabetic Foot Care
  We encourage you to contact us whenever you have an interest or concern about podiatry such as diabetic foot care, shockwave therapy or heel pain in Bensenville.
• Flat Feet
• Fungus Toenails
• Hammertoes
  Hammertoe is a deformity of the second, third or fourth toes. In this condition, the toe is bent at the middle joint, resembling a hammer. Left untreated, hammertoes can become inflexible and require surgery. Read More...
• Heel Spurs
• Heel Pain
• Foot Infections
• Ingrown Toenails
• Metatarsalgia
• Foot Orthotics
• Plantar Fasciitis
  Plantar fasciitis (or heel pain) is commonly traced to an inflammation on the bottom of the foot. Our practice can evaluate arch pain, and may prescribe customized shoe inserts called orthoses to help alleviate the pain. Read More...
• Podiatric Deformities
• Podiatric Disorder Treatment
• Podiatric Orthopedics
• Podiatric Paralytic Treatment
• Podiatric Sports Therapy
• Podiatric Surgery

Allergists

• Allergies