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About
Southwest Foot & Ankle
The human foot is a complex structure with 26 bones, 33
joints, 107 ligaments, and 19 muscles and tendons. Our podiatric
physicians and surgeons have extensive training and experience
in the treatment of foot and ankle problems from the most
minor to the most severe and complex. Many foot problems
that occur in diabetic patients can be avoided with proper
education and preventative care. We take pride in providing
state of the art comprehensive foot and ankle care.
Common Foot & Ankle Problems:
Skin and Nail Problems
Ingrown nails (onychocryptosis)
Fungal nails (onychomycosis)
Athletes foot (tinea pedis)
Warts (verruca)
Ulcerations
Common Deformities
Bunions (hallux abducto valgus)
Hammertoes (contacted toes)
Tailors bunion (bunionette)
Haglunds deformity (pump bump)
Low arch (pes planus)
Nerve Problems
Mortons neuroma (enlarged nerve)
Neuropathy (abnormal function)
Tarsal tunnel syndrome (compressed nerve)
Inflammatory Problems
Heel spur syndrome (plantar fasciitis)
Tendonitis (tendon inflammation)
Arthritis (many types)
Bursitis (inflammed bursa)
Injuries
Foot and ankle fractures (simple, open, closed, comminuted)
Lacerations (simple and complex)
Dislocations
Tendon ruptures (achilles and other tendons)
Burns
Complex Conditions
Diabetic foot infections
Bone infections
Charcot foot deformity
Severe pediatric/adult flatfoot
Cavus foot (severe high arch)
Complicated foot and ankle fractures
Major soft tissue trauma
Tumors
Treatment
After performing a history, physical examination, and
using diagnostic tests the doctor can recommend the appropriate
treatment to meet each patients needs.
Many problems may resolve with the use of medications,
pads, arch supports/orthotics, exercises, physical therapy,
casts, special shoes or bracing. Many other problems will
respond to minor surgical procedures often with short recovery
periods. If needed, our specialists have the training and
experience to perform complex surgical reconstruction and
repair. We use the latest techniques including arthroscopy,
endoscopy, laser, and other methods when indicated.
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