Safapour, Matthew DPM

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Neighborhoods: South Valley, Encino
AKA: Matthew Safapour Dpm
Categories: Physicians & Surgeons, Podiatrists, Medical Clinics, Physicians & Surgeons, Physicians & Surgeons, Dermatology, Physicians & Surgeons, Pediatrics, Physicians & Surgeons, Sports Medicine, Physicians & Surgeons, Surgery-General, Sports Medicine & Injuries Treatment

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Phone: (818) 986-9898

Address: 16661 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA 91436

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General Practitioners

Warts
Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is the most serious form and can be majorly crippling. In the foot, it is a chronic inflammatory problem affecting the feet and ankles.
Plantar Fasciitis
Martial Arts and Kickboxing: Plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, sesamoiditis, and ankle sprains. Proper stretching is vital to injury prevention, specifically, a minimum of 15 minutes before beginning exercise.
Pediatric Care
Diabetic Foot Care

Endocrinologist

Diabetes Care

Ultrasound
MRI
After discussing the patient’s symptoms, our podiatrist will examine your foot and heel. Additional tests and screenings such as an X-Ray or MRI may help to evaluate the structure of the heel bone.
X-Rays

Wound Care
Ulcers on the foot may not always come with pain, but they are serious conditions that should be evaluated by a medical professional. The symptoms of ulcers may include drainage, or red, inflamed tissue. To properly diagnose and develop a treatment plan x-rays may be ordered.
Ankle Surgery
At DR. MATTHEW SAFAPOUR, D.P.M. Foot & Ankle Surgery, we respect the dignity and independence of our guests and we are committed to providing full and equal access to everyone who visits our facility and website. Here’s what you can expect from us...
Bunion Surgery
“I had a Bunion Surgery done on Feb 9, 2018, preformed by Dr Matthew Safapour, through the St Mary High Desert Medical Group. After hearing horror stories about bunion surgery being painful and the recovery difficult I was dreading this surgery. Now I can honestly say I have experienced the exact opposite reaction. Surgery went well and I have had NO pain as a result of the surgery or recovery. Dr Safapour is easy to talk to and explains everything throughly. I can honestly say I am actually looking forward to having my other foot corrected.
Bunions
Tailor’s bunions progress gradually and generally start with a small bump over the side of the 5th metatarsal bone or near the base of your pinkie toe. If left untreated, this bump will increase in size over time due to inflammation and cause great pain.
Ingrown Toenails
This happens when the nail grows downward into the skin instead of straight out, usually causing an infection. Ingrown toenails are most common on the sides of the big toe. It can also be caused by shoe pressure, injury, fungal infections, poor foot structure, etc.

Corns
Corns tend to be smaller than calluses and are the hard center is surrounded by irritated skin. While corns can be found on the bottom of the foot where pressure is usually applied, it is more common that you find corns on the tops and sides of your toes and even between your toes. When pressure is applied, corns can cause significant pain and discomfort.
Cyst
Calluses
Common symptoms associated with brachymetatarsia include pain that can affect how a person walks or performs certain activities impacting the patient’s gait and posture. If the short toe rises above the others, it can cause friction when wearing shoes leading to blisters and calluses.
Fungus
Onychomycosis, also known as nail fungus, is an infection underneath the surface of the nail caused by tiny, microscopic organisms such as fungi or yeast.
Lesions
While most plantar warts are not a major health concern, it is advised you see a doctor to have the warts examined and removed. Some symptoms include small, rough lesions on the base of the foot, calluses in one spot, and tenderness when walking or standing for long periods of time.
Rashes

Physical Therapists

Sports Medicine
Dr. Safapour’s clinics can manage problems having to do with the foot and ankle. Some of the most common ailments encountered include: foot and ankle sports injuries, work related injuries, fractures, bone spurs, heel pain, callus, fungal nails, warts, bunions, hammertoes, and high and low arched feet.
Physical Therapy
With early treatment, the symptoms of arthritis can be lessened and managed. Treatments include limiting movement, physical therapy, exercise, anti-inflammatory medications and/or steroid injections, and orthotics.
Flatfoot Correction
Heel Pain
Orthotics and Prosthetic Therapy

General Podiatry
Integrity – Dr. Safapour offers podiatric medicine to patients in a caring environment. Dr. Safapour and his office staff have worked for years to successfully create an office setting, where the patient’s care comfort and privacy is top priority.
Achilles Tendonitis
Haglund’s deformity can be difficult to diagnose with symptoms alone because the symptoms can be similar to other associated foot issues such as Achilles tendonitis.
Ankle Instability
Chronic ankle instability is usually caused by repeated ankle sprains and is described as the gradual giving way of the outside of the ankle. Some symptoms of ankle instability include constant inflammation or swelling, tenderness, and instability in the ankle. After a sprained ankle, the ligaments become stretched and torn. Proper rehabilitation is required to strengthen the muscles around the ankle and rehabilitate the tissues within the ankle that affect your balance. In addition, physical therapy, medications, and bracing can help treat chronic ankle instability. Failure to do so may result in repeated ankle sprains, or possibly surgery.
Ankle Sprain
Team Sports: Baseball, basketball, soccer, football, field hockey, and lacrosse often lead to foot and ankle injuries. Artificial surfaces, improper footwear, and inadequate stretching are recipes for disaster. read more Our customized treatment plans allow us to individualize your experience and help you achieve your specific goals. We aim to treat your symptoms while addressing the cause of your pain, and we will work on establishing healthy practices to prevent future injuries. As a reminder, you should always wear sport-appropriate shoes and stretch for at least 15 minutes before playing sports.
Bunions Problems
“To find a doctor like Dr. Safapour is rare these days. He is genuinely caring, knowledgeable, empathic and professional. My mother had severe bunion pain. He explained her diagnosis throughly and suggested options to alleviate her pain. I appreciated that fact that surgery was suggested as a last resort option. My mother ultimately decided to have Dr. S. surgically correct her bunions. Dr. S. did an excellent job. She had minimal post-operative pain/discomfort and recovered quickly. She was up and walking in just two days. Amazing! I would highly recommend Dr. Safapour as a podiatrist.”
Calluses
Diabetic Foot Care
Daily preventative care can help you decrease your risk of developing these other serious conditions like ulcers and infections. Inspecting your feet at the end of the day to look for any abnormalities, maintaining proper hygiene, keeping your feet warm in cold weather, encouraging blood flow in the feet, and maintaining an overall healthy lifestyle can discourage other conditions from developing.
Flat Feet
Fungus Toenails
Fungal infections in the toe or fingernails can appear as thickened, discolored, or disfigured. While it may seem like the condition is just an aesthetic concern, fungal infections can lead to worsened symptoms and pain. Diabetes, a weakened immune system, and the normal aging process are all causes associated with fungal infections. It is more likely for senior citizens and adults to develop a fungal infection as opposed to children.
Geriatric Foot Care
As we age, foot problems are almost inevitable and completely normal. However, there are important steps to take to make sure you stay on your feet.
Hammertoes
“I have had several foot surgeries done on my feet by Dr.Safapour and I am very happy with the results of all of them. Most recently, My last Hammertoe was surgically corrected by Dr. Safapour and I finally have normal looking straight toes for the first time in my life. Dr. Safapour is the best.”
Heel Spurs
Heel spurs occur in at least 50% of people who have plantar fasciitis. Past treatments for heel spurs, a bony growth that begins on the front of your heel bone and points toward the arch of your foot, included surgery to remove the growth. Nowadays, surgery is rarely a treatment option and more plans for physical therapy, ice, and pain medications are used to treat heel spurs.
Heel Pain
Foot Pain
Ingrown Toenails
We have all made the painful mistake of trimming our nails too short at some point in our lives. Sometimes, this can really affect our foot health by causing ingrown toenails.
Metatarsalgia
Metatarsalgia is a condition that causes pain in the ball of the foot—the area between your arch and toes. The area under your toes can be a common source of pain because it supports your weight when standing, walking, or running. Metatarsalgia is described as painful swelling that occurs in the ball of the foot. The pain can feel like a tingling or numbness, or sharp shooting or burning pain. You may feel pain in a small area under your toes, or it can be felt across the whole width of the foot. Symptoms should be caught early since the condition worsens over time.
Foot Orthotics
Custom foot orthotics are designed to align the foot and ankle into the most anatomically efficient position. They look similar to insoles, but are biomedical appliances that are custom made to correct your specific foot imbalance. The plastic body of the custom orthotic helps to re-align the foot while you walk. We understand that everyone is different, which is why custom foot orthotics are made just for you.
Pediatric Foot Care
Pediatric foot conditions often go unnoticed and are often misdiagnosed. Most doctors dismiss any pediatric foot issues as being a part of normal structural development that children will eventually outgrow. However, foot problems are often prevalent in children due to their high levels of physical activity. Children are resilient, meaning that any potential foot issues may be overlooked.
Plantar Fasciitis
After living with the chronic pain of plantar fasciitis for over a year, Dr. Safapour started an effective treatment right away and within a month I was back to running, which feels like a miracle that I am grateful for every day. After previously going to another doctor for eight months and not finding any relief, I am thankful to find Dr. Safapour who has improved my condition greatly and swiftly. The office is small, clean, and easy to find. He is friendly, professional, and answers all my questions thoroughly. The administrative staff is friendly and welcoming. I will continue to go to Dr. Safapour until I am 100% better because I have confidence that he will help me thrive even though I have a chronic issue. I recommend Dr. Safapour to anyone who needs a podiatrist in the West Hills Medical Plaza.
Podiatric Deformities
Education and Training – Dr. Safapour’s experience and practice is exclusive to the foot and ankle, including surgical correction of the foot deformities, biomechanics including functional foot Orthotics, Foot and Ankle sports medicine, Podiatry pediatrics, diabetic wound care, and limb salvage, and hospital based podiatry.
Podiatric Surgery
I would like to urge all that have any foot ailments or if you are considering bunion or foot surgery to consult with Dr Safapour, you will not be disappointed”

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