A podiatrist is a specialist trained in diagnosis and treatment of foot, ankle, and toe conditions. Podiatrists complete several years of specialized training beyond medical school.
Conditions a Podiatrist Can Treat
A podiatrist treats a wide variety of medical conditions. A podiatrist can help you heal from:
- An accident involving your feet, ankles, or toes
- A sports injury involving your feet, ankles, or toes
- A chronic medical condition which has affected your feet, ankles, or toes
Specific medical conditions a podiatrist can treat include:
- Bunions
- Heel pain
- Fallen arches
- Plantar fasciitis
- Hammertoes
- Ingrown toenail
- Fungal toenail
- Lateral ankle instability
- Ankle sprains
- Ankle fractures
- Achilles tendon injuries
When You Should Visit Our Podiatrist
You should visit our podiatrist if you have a chronic condition like diabetes or arthritis, which is affecting your feet, ankles, or toes. You should also visit a podiatrist if you are experiencing:
- Severe foot, ankle, or toe pain that doesn’t go away or is getting worse
- Ankle instability when you stand or walk
- Chronic heel pain, especially when you stand and walk
- Swelling in your feet, ankles, or toes which doesn’t resolve
