Our Specialties
Foot & Ankle
Same Day and walk-in clinic, no referrals, no appointment, no problem, most insurances accepted.
Every day, your feet and ankles propel you through life, which is remarkable given their size relative to your body. But even the toughest feet and ankles can succumb to injury or degenerative conditions, leaving you with foot and ankle pain that limits your mobility. At SportOrtho, the expert team understands the complexities of foot and ankle pain and work until their patients find relief.
Frequently asked questions
The most common conditions that lead to foot pain include:
- Pediatric conditions (including gait abnormality, tendonitis, overuse injuries)
- Pediatric fracture care
- Foot sprain
- Plantar fasciitis
- Flat feet
- Peroneal tendonitis
- Morton’s neuroma
- Toe/foot fracture
- Stress fracture
- Heel fracture
- Metatarsalgia
- Bunion
- Arthritis
- Hallux rigidus
- Ganglion cyst
The most common conditions that lead to ankle pain include:
- Lateral malleolus fracture
- Medial malleolus fracture
- Ankle sprain
- High ankle sprain
- Posterior tibialis
- Tarsal tunnel syndrome
- OCD (osteochondral defect or osteochondral dissecans)
- Arthritis
- Achilles tendinitis
- Achilles tear/rupture
- Calf strain
- Ganglion cyst
Our approach to diagnosing foot & ankle conditions includes:
- Detailed Patient History: Discussing how the injury occurred, previous foot & ankle issues, and specific symptoms.
- Physical Examination: Checking for swelling, range of motion, and areas of tenderness in the foot & ankle.
- Imaging Tests: Employing X-rays, CT scans, or MRIs to obtain detailed images of the internal structure of the foot & ankle.
Treatment strategies may vary based on the diagnosis and severity of the condition:
- Physical Therapy: Tailored exercises to strengthen the foot and ankle muscles and enhance flexibility.
- Medications: Pain relievers and anti-inflammatory drugs to alleviate symptoms.
- Injections: Corticosteroid or hyaluronic acid injections to reduce inflammation and provide lubrication in the foot and ankle joints.
- Bracing: Use of supportive devices to stabilize the foot and ankle during the recovery process.
- Surgical Interventions: For severe cases, procedures such as arthroscopic surgery, tendon repair, or ankle fusion may be required.
Immediate medical attention should be sought if you experience:
- Severe Pain and Swelling: Especially if it inhibits walking or carrying out daily activities.
- Noticeable Deformity: A visible bulge or misshapen appearance in the foot or ankle area.
- Inability to Bear Weight: Difficulty or inability to stand or walk on the affected leg.
- Signs of Infection: Fever, redness, warmth, or excessive swelling in the foot or ankle.
Yes, we provide:
- Preventive Advice: Guidance on proper exercise techniques and strategies to protect the foot and ankle.
- Strength and Conditioning Programs: Customized exercises designed to protect and strengthen the foot and ankle.
- Regular Evaluations: Ongoing monitoring of existing conditions to prevent worsening or recurrence in the foot and ankle.
