Many people experience some kind of foot, toe, heel, or ankle pain for which they may require medical assistance. A podiatrist is a foot doctor who is educated and trained to examine, diagnose, and treat such problems as plantar fasciitis, bunions, gout, and sports-related injuries. This type of doctor can also help with issues that persist or worsen, including ingrown toenails, corns and calluses, athlete’s foot, blisters, and cracked heels. A podiatrist is specially trained to help patients deal with foot problems caused by diabetes, such as peripheral neuropathy and peripheral artery disease. These conditions can lead to serious problems, such as foot ulcers, and regular checkups with a podiatrist are essential. Podiatrists also help patients with biomechanical foot problems, such as overpronation and flat feet, by providing custom orthotic devices that fit precisely to the shape of the foot. In addition, they can deal with ankle sprains, stress fractures, and broken bones. A podiatrist is also able to give guidance on the right type of shoes to wear to address the foot problems you may be experiencing. If you need help with any foot-related issue, it is suggested that you make an appointment with a podiatrist.

If you are experiencing pain in the feet or ankles, don’t join the stubborn majority refusing treatment. Feel free to contact one of our podiatrists from Toe-tal Family Footcare Associates. Our doctors can provide the care you need to keep you pain-free and on your feet.

What Is a Podiatrist?

Someone would seek the care of a podiatrist if they have suffered a foot injury or have common foot ailments such as heal spurs, bunions, arch problems, deformities, ingrown toenails, corns, foot and ankle problems, etc.

Podiatric Treatment

A podiatrist will treat the problematic areas of the feet, ankle or lower leg by prescribing the following:

• Physical therapy
• Drugs
• Orthotic inserts or soles
• Surgery on lower extremity fractures

A common podiatric procedure a podiatrist will use is a scanner or force plate which will allow the podiatrist to know the designs of orthotics. Patients are then told to follow a series of tasks to complete the treatment. The computer will scan the foot a see which areas show weight distribution and pressure points. The podiatrist will read the analysis and then determine which treatment plans are available.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office located in Vista, CA and Las Vegas, NV . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.