Bunions & Foot Pain
Your feet are the foundation of your body. Just as strong base is important to hold up a building, your feet are the support for your entire body and must be strong to allow you to run, jump walk and stand. Undiagnosed foot pain can also be linked to back aches & alignment issues. If you are experiencing foot pain, call the office today. Most foot pain can be corrected or treated so you can enjoy an active lifestyle.
Bunions
Bunions appear as a lump on the side of the foot. Generally, the big toe begins to leans inward toward the second toe causing a change in the bone angle. Symptoms usually appear later in life and can become painful and can result in difficulty wearing shoes. Bunions are most often hereditary and can worsen when wearing shoes that crowd the toes. There are several treatments available for bunions that range from padding to icing, injections therapy and surgery. If you notice the presence of a bunion, call today to make an appointment. We will review treatment options with you to ease the pain and get you back on your feet.
Hammer Toe
Hammer toe is a deformity that causes the toe to bend or curl. This can make wearing shoes very uncomfortable and walking difficult. Treatment for hammer toes ranges from padding to surgery. If you experience this uncomfort schedule an appointment today to discuss treatment options.
Heal Pain
Heal pain is usually caused by Plantar Fasciitis, often call a heal spur. Heal pain can also be caused by stress fractures, tendonitis and nerve irritation. It is important to have your pain properly diagnosed. Call the office today to schedule an appointment.
Plantar Faciitis
Corns, Calluses and Warts
Corns, Calluses and Warts can be very painful. They usually appear on the ball or hear of the foot. We can help remove the corn or callus with in office procedures to get you on your feet again.
Visit First State Foot & Ankle today for treatment options which may begin with stretching exercises, shoe modifications, splints, and physical therapy.
