COMMON ISSUES A FOOT DOCTOR SEES
Both adults and children experience common issues that may require a trip to a local podiatrist. Visiting a podiatry clinic is not something that should cause embarrassment. Instead, reward yourself for taking care of your health in a positive way by getting health issues that need attention looked at by a doctor.
Today, we're going to outline some of the common issues a foot specialist sees on a daily basis.
Ingrown toenails are nails that have grown into the adjacent area of the toes skin. This can cause an infection to form and swelling which then leads to an abundance of pain. Ingrown toenails are more likely to form when wearing shoes that are overly tight and do not give your feet wiggle room. It’s common for teenagers going through growth spurts to have ingrown toenails.
Flat feet refer to feet with minimal to no arches. If flat feet are not cared for properly, foot and leg pain can become a nuisance to everyday life. When this happens, treatment is then necessary, and you should visit your local podiatry clinic to discuss the best next steps to living pain-free.
Plantar warts are a skin lesion caused by a virus. This virus creates a circular area of thick skin that has the appearance of tiny black dots within the lesion. Those tiny black dots help keep the plantar wart from not being mistaken for a corn or callous because of their similar appearance.
If you have a job standing for various hours of the day, having heel pain can put a big damper on your daily activities. Did you know, heel pain is a common complaint by many adults? Are you aware that for many pain back, hip, and knee pain is caused by foot issues. Foot health can affect the way you carry your weight, walk, and balance. Naturally, this can be associated with pain and discomfort in other parts of the body. If you have heel pain or know of a child who is struggling with heel pain, we recommend visiting a foot and ankle specialist as soon as you can. Contact us and make an appointment today if you suffer from any of these health issues.
At River Podiatry we provide individualized, comprehensive, evaluation and treatment of patients with podiatric issues. The practice specializes in foot surgery and the treatment of foot pain. Expect the best possible care utilizing the most modern techniques.
