Services and Programs
The Ankle and Foot Medical Center specialists
provide comprehensive diagnosis and treatment
of diseases and injuries of the foot and ankle,
and those structures of the leg that affect the
function of the foot and ankle. The Ankle and Foot Medical Center team offers general foot and
ankle care, from the common to the complex, including:
- Comprehensive treatment and reconstructive
surgery for complex deformities of the pediatric
and adult foot, ankle and lower leg
- The prevention, care, treatment and salvage
of diabetic wounds and limbs, including sensory
testing to determine nerve function in the diabetic
foot
- Foot and ankle trauma services
- Ankle arthroscopy
- Plantar fascial (heel pain) endoscopy
- Geriatric care
- Sports medicine services
- Dance medicine services
- Biomechanical and orthotic management
Because the ankle and foot area is considered
among the most complex structures of the body,
the podiatric experts at The Ankle and Foot
Medical Center are experienced in diagnosing and
treating a wide variety of podiatric conditions.
Some of the conditions treated by The Ankle and Foot Medical Center team include:
Each patient at The Ankle and Foot Medical
Center receives a thorough physical examination
to determine if a foot or ankle condition is caused
or affected by illnesses elsewhere in the body.
For example, diabetes mellitus (sugar diabetes)
may affect the sensation and circulation to the
foot and, in turn, complicate even routine activities,
such as skin and nail care. The Ankle and Foot
Medical Center team works closely with each patient
to determine which treatment method (or combination
of treatment modalities) is most appropriate and
advantageous for their individual condition.
The Ankle and Foot Medical Center offers a
wide variety of treatment methods, including:
- Supportive Measures (such as orthoses)
- Physical Therapy
- Medications
When less invasive modalities prove ineffective,
surgical intervention may be considered. The Ankle and Foot Medical Center team provides surgery
for conditions including:
The Ankle and Foot Medical Center team is dedicated
to treating each patient's podiatric health on
an individual basis. To help patients put their
best foot forward, the team of experienced, understanding
professionals offers podiatric excellence using
the most effective treatment methods currently
available in state-of-the-art surroundings.
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