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Foot & Ankle Center

Our feet take a lot of wear and tear. Not only are they carrying the weight of our bodies, they’re doing it while walking, running, climbing stairs, riding a bike and the list goes on. Think about what you could miss in life if your feet are in pain every time you move.

According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, common foot problems include:

Bunions: A painful enlargement of the joint in the big toe. The skin covering the joint becomes swollen and tender, making the area sensitive to pressure. Bunions may be genetic but can also be caused by shoes that don’t fit properly.

Heel Pain: Caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia, the tissue on the sole of the foot that connects to the heel bone. Pain is felt while walking or standing and is often most intense when getting out of bed.

Morton's Neuroma: The result of a pinched nerve, typically between the third and fourth toes. The result is a neuroma, a build-up of extra tissue in the nerve, which causes pain in the toes.

Hammertoe: A toe deformity that is a permanent bend to one side at the middle toe joint.

Arthritis of the Foot or Ankle: Common symptoms associated with arthritis in the foot or ankle include swelling, pain, stiffness, tenderness and the inability to easily walk or move the foot or ankle.

Treatment for common foot problems can be as simple as using a shoe insert, or orthotics (custom foot supports), and/or by purchasing a quality shoe. More severe cases may require surgery to remove a bony prominence or to correct a deformity, for example.

Our podiatrists and orthopaedic surgeons are able to quickly diagnose the problem and provide the best possible solution for relieving it.