Foot Facts
- Each foot has 26 bones
- There are more than 100 ligaments in each foot
- Diabetes is the #1 cause for lower extremety amputation
- A toenail takes 4-9 months to completely grow out
- Pain in the feet or ankles is NOT normal
Surgery: YES OR NO????
- Deciding whether or not to have surgery is a big decision.
- Our foot and ankle surgeons are skilled in both surgical and conservative options.
- We will present the options most suitable for you and help you with your decision.
How much pain should I be in before I make an appointment?
- Foot or ankle pain is not normal.
- Foot or ankle pain is a signal that something is not right.
- Any degree of foot or ankle pain warrants an evaluation to determine the source of the pain and possible treatment options.
- Most foot or ankle pain left untreated will get worse and become more difficult to cure.
- If you have foot or ankle pain, make an appointment, do not wait.
Will soaking cure my ingrown toenail?
- Soaking an ingrown toenail will often make it feel better, but it will not cure it.
- The symptoms of an ingrown toenail include pain, redness, and swelling.
- An ingrown toenail is easily cured with a simple in office surgical procedure.
- The toe is anesthetized so that pain is not felt during the procedure.
- The ingrown nail, or portion of the nail, is removed.
- Most people feel no pain afterwards and return to normal activities the next day.
What are orthotics?
- Custom made foot arch supports designed to hold the foot in its optimum position
- Can alleviate the discomfort caused by a number of foot conditions such as heel pain, bunions, and flat feet.
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