Amputation Prevention
Amputation is surgical removal of an extremity or limb, such as a foot or leg. There are many reasons for amputation, from traumatic injury to
Podiatry is a field of medicine that strives to improve the overall health and well-being of patients by focusing on preventing, diagnosing and treating conditions associated with the foot and ankle. We offer many services to our patients including treating foot & ankle injuries, skin & nail conditions, wound care, and many other foot & ankle conditions.
Amputation is surgical removal of an extremity or limb, such as a foot or leg. There are many reasons for amputation, from traumatic injury to
The ankles are complicated joints comprised of several different bones, tendons and ligaments. Together, these components facilitate movement and bear the weight of the entire
Bunions are a deformity in the mechanical structure of the foot. They form as bony structures at the base of the big toe. Bunions are
Bunions are bone deformations that form on the foot where it joins the big toe. They develop over time, gradually getting bigger and sticking out
Charcot foot is a condition in which the bones and joints of the foot are weakened, sometimes resulting in fractures, dislocations, and deformity over time.
Diabetes is a disease that affects multiple areas of the body – including the feet. Foot care should be an important part of every diabetic’s
Flatfeet is a condition defined by the lack of an arch on the inside of the feet. Instead, the foot is flat and touches the
The feet and ankles play a primary role in the support and mobility of a person’s body. Injuries to the feet or ankles can be
Arthritis is a common, yet painful disease that causes joint inflammation in the body. Though it can affect any joint, many people have arthritis of
Gout is a very painful form of arthritis that presents in acute and sudden attacks of intense pain. Though gout attacks most frequently occur at
Hammertoe is a foot condition in which one or more toes is abnormally bent. These foot deformities occur as a result of injury or long-term
The heel is the largest bone in the foot and responsible for bearing the weight of the entire body. Many people develop heel pain at
Ingrown toenails are nails that have grown into the soft skin that surrounds the nail bed. In many cases, it is the corner of the
At our office, limb preservation is of utmost importance when it comes to the care of our patients. Some of our patients – particularly those
Our team is trained and experienced in the treatment of pediatric foot and ankle conditions. We understand the physiology of each tiny bone, ligament, and
Peripheral neuropathy is a condition in which the peripheral nerves become damaged, resulting in tingling, numbness, pain or loss of feeling in the feet and
Plantar fasciitis is a condition defined by inflammation of the plantar fascia – a thick tissue that connects between the heel bone, across the bottom
An athlete’s feet are under a lot of stress, making them especially susceptible to injury. When athletes push their bodies to perform, they put pressure
The tendons are special tissues that connect the bones to the muscles. When tendons are put under repetitive stress or suffer a direct injury, they
Warts are growths caused by viruses beneath the skin. They can appear anywhere on the body – including the feet. When warts appear on the