Different Types of Foot Doctors?
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Whether you’re a career woman who wears high-heeled shoes every day, an avid athlete who plays sports all year round, or you just have foot issues caused by bad genetics, odds are you will need foot pain management at some point in your life.
SOME OF THE ISSUES WE SEE THE MOST THAT REQUIRE FOOT AND ANKLE PAIN MANAGEMENT ARE:
- Arthritis
- Bone Spurs
- Bunions
- Calluses
- Corns
- Flat Feet
- Improper Footwear
- Ingrown Toenails
- Sprains
- Stress Fractures
- Warts
Podiatry Group of Georgia Offers Many Foot And Ankle Pain Management Options
If you’re experiencing chronic foot pain it’s important to seek treatment as soon as possible so the problem doesn’t lead to something more severe. Treatment depends on the type of foot problem and the severity of the condition causing the pain. Before deciding how to treat your foot pain, a qualified podiatrist at Podiatry Group of Georgia will want to get to know you and will work together with you to provide a full assessment of the issues causing you pain. It’s important for us to see the whole picture. That’s why you can expect us to ask a lot of questions so that we can determine when the pain started, how often it occurs, what you’re doing when you experience the foot pain and your medical history.
There are many foot pain management and ankle pain management options available; some are conservative treatments that are used to treat a variety of conditions causing foot pain, and some are surgical procedures used to treat specific conditions. We’ll give an overview of some of the pain management options available.
CONSERVATIVE TREATMENTS FOR FOOT PAIN AND ANKLE PAIN MANAGEMENT ARE:
- Anti-inflammatory medications
- Over the counter or prescription pain medications
- Stretching exercises
- Custom orthotics
- Physical therapy
- Fitting for proper footwear
SURGICAL TREATMENTS
We perform surgeries in our Marietta office, but these treatments are best determined and discussed on a case by case basis. Common issues that may require surgery if allowed to go untreated are:
- Bunions
- Hammertoes
- Toenail Fungus
- Heel Spurs
- Ankle Injuries
- Misaligned Feet
When to Seeking Treatment were have Different Types of Foot Doctors!
If you’ve been searching for podiatric for your foot and ankle needs, take time to meet with the Podiatry Group of Georgia. Our doctor has the experience and knowledge you need to help your feet and ankles feel their best. Give us a call today and set up an appointment for your initial consultation. Call us today!
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