Podiatry involves the treatment of the foot, ankle, and other related areas of the lower leg. Expert podiatry services are available at Vantage Medical Associates, P.C. for issues such as leg or heel pain, foot ulcers, bunions, and ingrown toenails.
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A podiatrist is trained to evaluate, diagnose, and treat foot, ankle, and lower leg problems. He can reduce pain, improve mechanics, accelerate healing after injury or surgery, and treat conditions such as warts, bunions, and ulcers.
A doctor specializing in ailments of the foot, ankle, and lower leg can do a lot for your health. Your feet support all your weight and are crucial to your comfort and ability to walk, run, and perform general daily tasks.
Our podiatrists can also perform Plantar Fasciitis Embolization to target heel pain and inflammation.
They can also determine if your foot problem is caused by a more significant underlying condition, such as diabetes or peripheral artery disease. If that’s the case, they will refer you to the proper specialist within the Vantage Medical Associates PC practice.
Mechanical foot problems cause pain in your feet. You can even experience leg, hip, and back pain caused by problems in your feet.
Problems that a podiatrist can treat include:
Your podiatry specialists can offer custom-fitted orthotics (shoe inserts) to help with your gait (the way you walk). They also provide physical therapy to improve your foot and ankle function and manage pain.
People with diabetes are at greater risk of developing foot problems. Damage to their nerves can make it hard to notice sensations in their feet. They might not see a blister, cut, or ingrown toenail until it becomes infected.
Foot infections in people with diabetes can worsen rapidly. If left untreated, these infections can lead to amputations.
A podiatrist can assist individuals with diabetes in managing their foot care, emphasizing the importance of daily foot checks and scheduling regular visits to identify any potential issues that may have been overlooked. He can also recommend the best shoes to support your lifestyle and prevent problems that often lead to infections and amputations.
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You should visit a podiatrist if you experience persistent foot, heel, or ankle pain, or notice swelling, deformities, or changes in skin or nail color.
Yes, foot misalignment or gait issues can impact your posture and lead to back, hip, or knee pain. Podiatrists can correct these issues with the use of orthotics or physical therapy.
Diabetic patients should schedule regular podiatry visits—typically every 3 to 6 months—to prevent serious foot complications.
Heel pain can also result from Achilles tendonitis, heel spurs, or poor footwear, which our podiatrist can diagnose and treat effectively with Plantar Fasciitis Embolization.
You can avail our podiatry services across Ocean & Humboldt, Brooklyn, and Brentwood, Long Island.