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Silicon Valley Podiatric Group is a medical and surgical treatment of the complete foot and ankle. Silicon Valley Podiatry Group has provided a premier level of podiatric medical and surgical care to the community, and remains committed to the highest levels of medical care, patient convenience and accessibility. They are committed to total patient care with quality and integrity, resulting in patients experiencing improved health and quality of life through their care. Dr. Chris Horine and Dr. David Sharpe were the founding members of the Division of Podiatric surgery at Good Samaritan hospital, and the physicians of the Silicon Valley Podiatry Group are all board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. The office remains on the cutting edge of available technology, with in office digital x-ray, ultrasound, and laser available to provide a higher level of care at a single location.

Contact
Silicon Valley Podiatry Group

2512 Samaritan Drive, Suite A San Jose, CA 95124

(408) 358-2666

(408) 358-7974 fax

Treatment
Achilles Tendon: Achilles Tendon is a tendon that runs down the back of the lower leg and connects the calf muscle to the heel bone. This tendon helps with walking by raising the heel of the ground. There are two common disorders dealing with the achilles tendon, Achilles tendonitis and Achilles tendonosis. Achilles Tendonitis is an inflammation which typically does not last long. If left untreated the condition will progress resulting in Achilles Tendonosis which starts out as little tears leading to a rupture of the tendon. These disorders are caused by a sudden use of the tendon putting stress on it. It is common is many athletes. Treatments include immobilization, ice, oral medications, orthotics, night splints, and or physical therapy.

Ankle Instability: Ankle instability is a condition characterized by a recurring of the outer side of the ankle. This condition often develops after repeated ankle sprains. Usually it occurs while walking or doing other various activities, but there is also a chance it can happen when one is just standing. Many athletes and other people suffer from ankle instability. Many people complain of reccurring twists of the ankle, discomfort and swelling, pain, tenderness and the ankle feeling unstable. It most likely occurs after repeated ankle sprains because the tissues don't completely heal. Some non-surgical treatments include medications, bracing, and physical therapy. Depending of the degree of instability the doctor may recommend surgery which usually involves repair or reconstruction of the ligaments that has been damaged.

Ankle Sprain: Ankle sprain is an injury to one or more ligaments in the ankle. The severity of the ankle sprain depends on whether the ligament is stretched, partially torn or completely torn. They are usually caused by a fall, a twist on the ankle or any type of activity that would cause the ankle to move from its original position. Symptoms dealing with an ankle sprain is pain, swelling, bruising, difficulty walking and stiffness in the joint. Some non-surgical treatments include, rest, ice, compression, elevation of the ankle, early physical therapy, and or medication. Surgery is only needed in severe cases and the surgery involves repairing the damaged ligaments. Rehabilitation after surgery is key.

Athlete's Foot: Athlete's Foot is a skin infection caused by fungus. It may occur in any part of the body but the ones that are on the foot is called Athlete's Foot. Fungus attacks the feet because it is dark, moist and warm under shoes. They are common in warm weather when the sweating of the feet occurs the most. It produces itchy, dry, scaling skin. Its commonly found in the sole of the feet and in between toes. In severe cases, inflammation, cracks and blisters may occur. Anti-Fungal powders, creams, and sprays make be used to treat it.

Bunions: A bunion is described as a bump on the side of the big toe. This bump shows changed in the bony framework of the front part of the foot. The big toe begins to lean toward the second toe rather than pointing forward. It begins with a leaning of the big toe and gradually changes the angle of the bones throughout the years. They are caused by inherited mechanical structure of the foot. Its the certain foot types that makes a person prone to developing a bunion. Pain and soreness, inflammation and redness, and burning sensation and possible numbness is some of the symptoms that occur. Some non-surgical treatments include changes in shoe wear, padding, activity modifications, medications, icing, injection therapy and orthotic devices. If the non-surgical procedure fail, surgery may be needed to remove the bump of the bone, correct the changes of the foot structure and correct soft tissue changes.

Callus: A Callus is thick area of the skin of the foot. It is caused by pressure and rubbing in the certain area from either a shoe or a sock. The rubbing causes the skin to produce a layer of protective skin. They vary in size and can become very painful. The doctor will determine the right treatment for callus.

Corns: A corn is a small lesion in the skin of the foot. It forms due to repeated pressure on the skin such as rubbing of a shoe. The treatment for the corns is determined by the doctor once seen. Flat Feet: Flat feet or Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction is a condition caused by changes in the tendon, impairing its ability support the arch. This condition typically only happens on one foot but can develop on both. If not treated, flat feet can get worse. Some non-surgical treatments include orthotic devices or bracing, immobilization, medications, shoe modifications, and physical therapy. For advance cases, surgery may be the only option.  Fungus Toenails: Nail Fungus is an organism that lives in warm, dark and moist areas. They are a common problem with people of all ages. They commonly affect older individuals. It begins as an infection of the skin and starts under the nail fold at the end of the nail. It grows underneath the nail and causes changes in appearance over time. It develops a yellowish or brownish discoloration of the nail. A doctor has to determine the right treatment for it.

Hammertoe: A hammertoe is bending of one or both joints of the second, third, fourth and fifth toes. The bending can put pressure on the toe when wearing shoes causing problems to develop. They usually start out as mild deformities and get worse over time. The most common cause is a muscle imbalance, this leads to bending of the toe. Often patients with hammertoe have bunions and other foot deformities. Some non-surgical treatments are padding corns and calluses, changes in shoe wear, orthotic devices, injection therapy, medications, and splinting. Surgery is needed if the hammertoe becomes more rigid and painful.

Heel Spurs: Heel Spurs also called heel pain is caused by an overly flat feet or high-arch feet. Wearing the wrong footwear on hard, flat surfaces puts a strain on under side of the foot. This often happens with people that stand up for long periods of time frequently. The symptoms that occur is pain on the bottom of the heel, the arch of the foot and pain that increases over time. Some non-surgical treatments include stretching, avoid going barefoot, ice, limit activities, shoe modifications and medications. If the pain does not subside, other treatments include padding, orthotic devices, injection therapy, removable walking cast, night splint and physical therapy. If none of the non-surgical treatments help, surgery may be needed.

Ingrown Toenail: An ingrown toenail is curved and grows into the skin, usually at the side of the nails. The digging in of the nail irritates the skin causing discomfort. A break in the skin from the nail can cause infection even without pain or discomfort. Some causes of the toenail include heredity, trauma, improper trimming, wrong sized footwear and nail conditions. The treatment can be done at home but is strongly discouraged if an infection has occurred. The best treatment will be determined once shown to the doctor. Minor surgery can occur to help with the pain and remove the offending nail. To prevent ingrown toenails, wearing the right shoes and proper nail care is needed.

Ankle Fractures: A fracture is a break in a bone, it can be partial or complete. The common injury that are most often caused by ankle fractures is ankle rolling inward or outward. Though many people mistake the fracture for a sprain is different. Some symptoms include pain, swelling, blisters, bruising, inability to walk, and a change in appearance of the ankle. Some non-surgical treatments include rest, ice, compression, elevation of the foot, immobilization and even medication. Surgery is only required to repair the fracture and soft tissue related injuries.

Neuromas: Neuroma is thickening of nerve tissue that occur in many parts of the body, mostly common in the foot. This results in the compression and irritation of the nerve. The compression can result in permanent damage of the nerve. Anything that causes irritation of the nerve can lead to the development of neuroma. One of the most common causes in wearing shoes that have a toe box of high-heeled shoes. People with bunions, hammertoes, flatfeet or flexible feet develop neuroma more commonly. Some of the symptoms that occur is tingling, burning, pain, and numbness. They first occur occasionally and may go away temporarily and overtime gets worse. Some non-surgical treatments include padding, icing, orthotic devices, shoe modifications, injection therapy and medications. Surgery is only needed if patients don't heal with the non-surgical treatments.

Wart: Plantar wart or wart is a small growth on the skin that develops when the skin is infected by viruses. Warts can develop anywhere on the foot, typically they appear on the bottom of the foot. Plantar warts commonly occur in children, teens and elderly. There are two types of warts, solitary wart which increases in size and can multiply and Mosaic warts which are a cluster of small warts growing close together in one area. They are caused by contact with people with HPV. This virus causes warts on other parts of the body. Some symptoms are pain, thickened skin and tiny black spots. Treatment include oral treatments, laser therapy, freezing the wart, or surgery to remove the wart.

Doctors
Dr. S. Chris Horine: Doctor Horine attended college at the University of California at Santa Barbara and San Jose State University studying pre-medical and engineering. He earned his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from the California College of Podiatric Medicine in 1969. When he completed his residency training at the California Podiatry Hospital, he opened his private practice in West San Jose in 1970. He began his partnership with Dr. Sharpe in 1977. Doctor Horine has earned certification in the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and the American Board of Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Medicine, of which he has served as president from 1987 to 1989. He is recognized as a Fellow in the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and in the American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine. Dr. Horine’s contributions to Podiatry were recognized when the California Podiatric Medical Association awarded him the “Podiatric Physician of the Year” in 1994. Dr. Horine is currently on staff at Good Samaritan and Los Gatos Community Hospital, as well as the local surgery centers.

Dr. Najwa Javed: Doctor Javed grew up in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She attended the University of Oklahoma in Norman and received a Bachelor’s in Biochemistry and a minor in Ethno cultural Anthropology. After graduating from undergrad she moved to Fort Worth, Texas to pursue a Master’s in Clinical Research and Biostatistics at the University of North Texas Health Sciences Center. During her studies there she worked for the Centers of Disease Control in the Maternal and Child Health Department. While working for the CDC, she had the privilege of publishing a report which changed the Mississippi Head Start Program- making it more efficient in identifying at risk children under the age of 5. During her Master’s, she was also a part of the Bi-National Health Program which provided medical and public health services to the Texas-Mexico Border Cities. While working in Mexico, she decided to pursue her love for medicine and become a physician. She moved to the Bay Area in 2004 and attended the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland on a four year scholarship. She graduated with a Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine. She was also given the Phillip Gardner Award for Excellence in Podiatric Medicine. Her residency training was done at the Veterans Affair Hospital and Stanford Hospital in Palo Alto with an emphasis on Diabetic Foot, Limb Salvage, and Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery. During her residency training, she continued to pursue research and was a part of multiple research proposals and a publication which is has continued with. Doctor Javed focuses on caring for complex conditions and has recently become an integral part of the Mission Oaks Wound Care Center. This addition has allowed Dr. Javed to provide exceptional care for her patients in a multi-disciplinary team with the most advanced wound care products on the market. She has also continued her love for education and is an Adjunct Clinical Professor at the Veteran’s Hospital in San Francisco. She is there every Monday, teaching students, interns, and residents in a full capacity clinic. Dr Javed is also a Member of the American Podiatric Medicine Association, an Associate of the American Colleges of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Member of the Santa Clara Podiatric Medical Association, and also a House Delegate for the California Podiatric Medical Association 2013 and 2014. She lives in Union City with her husband and two kids. Her passions are reading, traveling, and spending her weekends in local parks watching her kids play in this great California sunshine.

Dr. Sahra Sellers: Dr. Sahra Sellers grew up just outside of Portland, Oregon. She attended the University of Oregon and graduated with honors in chemistry and mathematics. Although her initial career aspirations involved laboratory research, she missed the everyday interactions with people and decided to leave the lab for a career in medicine. Dr. Sellers continued her education at the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt in Oakland, CA where she spent four years specializing in the foot and ankle. She completed medical school with honors from the Pi Delta National Honor Society. Dr. Sellers recently completed her education with a three year foot and ankle surgical residency at the Veterans Hospital in Palo Alto. The residency program involved hands on training at Stanford Medical Center, Kaiser Medical Foundation and various private offices and surgical centers around the Bay Area. During her training she was able to participate in a medical mission trip to Vietnam with the International Extremity Project where she was able to perform more than 40 life-changing surgeries for the people of Can Tho. Her well-rounded training makes her an expert in all areas of foot and ankle pathology including sports medicine and injuries, pedal dermatology, reconstruction foot surgery and diabetic foot care.

PRP Information
How can PRP Therapy help me?

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy is a proven method for those with injuries of the foot and ankle and has proven highly effective. Many professional athletes are already utilizing PRP regularly to aid in muscle injury and expedite healing of surgical wounds.

What is Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy and how does PRP work?

Platelet Rich Plasma is found in our blood stream as a concentrated source of autologous platelets and an essential component of our body’s tissue composition. A small blood vial of blood is drawn from the patient and spun in a centrifuge until the PRP becomes isolated from the rest of the blood and visibly separates. The PRP is then taken and injected at the site of injury or concern.

Why Platelet Rich Plasma Treatment or PRP Therapy could be right for you:

Hearing that celebrities and athletes are using PRP therapy may be all some need to hear to hop on the bandwagon that is Platelet Rich Plasma Treatment. The actual reason for use should be that is works.