Foot and Ankle Pain Specialist
Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Pain Doctor in Spartanburg, Duncan, and Greenville, SC
Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Treatment in South Carolina
Expert Foot & Ankle Care
Carolina Orthopaedic & Neurosurgical Associates boasts a legacy of over 35 years in effectively treating pediatric and adult disorders of the lower extremities. Our distinguished Foot & Ankle Center stands as a beacon of advanced treatments and surgical techniques, dedicated to alleviating, and often eradicating, the spectrum of foot and ankle pain and lower extremity issues.
Within our expansive expertise, we also address various spinal conditions and disorders. Our responsive office is ready to field your inquiries if you are still looking for a specific condition listed.
Foot & Ankle Surgery, an option explored only after exhausting alternative avenues, is guided by the unwavering commitment of our Foot & Ankle Center Experts to administer the most efficacious treatments available.
Foot Pain
Heel Pain
Ankle Fractures
Ankle Sprains
Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition that primarily causes heel pain. The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot, connecting your heel bone to your toes. This tissue can become inflamed due to excessive stress or strain, leading to plantar fasciitis.
Bunions
Foot & Ankle Arthritis
Hammer Toe
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Flat Foot
Flatfeet, also called flatfoot, is a common condition in which the arches on the inside of the feet flatten out when they are put under pressure. When people with flatfeet stand up, their feet point outward and their whole soles touch the floor.
Flatfeet can happen if the arches don’t form when a child is young. It can also happen later in life because of an accident or just normal wear and tear.
Bone Spurs
Muscle & Tendon Strains
Toe Fractures
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Peroneal Tendinopathy
Achilles Tendon Rupture (Tear)
A ruptured Achilles tendon is an injury that happens in the back of your lower leg. It usually happens to people who play sports, but anyone can suffer from this injury.
The Achilles tendon is a strong, fibrous cord that connects the muscles in the back of your leg to the heel bone. If you overstretch your Achilles tendon, it can tear (rupture) all the way or partially.
How Do I Prevent Foot and Ankle Injury?
The prevalence of foot and ankle injuries, especially in sports like soccer and activities involving rapid direction changes, necessitates proactive injury prevention measures. Regarding foot and ankle injuries, your best measure is prevention. Mitigate the risk of such injuries with the following precautions:
Warm Up: Initiate with a three-minute slow jog to stimulate blood flow, complemented by light stretching.
Muscle Conditioning: Gradually increase the duration of sports or activity participation over weeks, fostering muscle strength and mobility.
Footwear Selection: Opt for shoes tailored to your foot type. For instance, individuals with low arches should choose shoes offering adequate arch support.
Avoid Uneven Surfaces: Exercise caution when running on uneven terrain to minimize risks associated with irregularities like holes, tree stumps, and roots.
Prevent Recurrence: Individuals with a history of ankle injuries should utilize braces or taping as a preventive measure.
Listen to Your Body: Prioritize bodily signals. If pain emerges during any activity, consider limiting, ceasing, or modifying the activity until the pain subsides.
What are Common Foot and Ankle Treatments?
The complexity of the feet and ankles and their vulnerability to frequent injuries often misdiagnosed underscores the importance of proper care, treatment, and rehabilitation. Our range of treatments includes:
Achilles Tendon Repair
Fracture Reduction
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Bunionectomy
Ankle Arthroscopy
What are the Symptoms of Foot and Ankle Injury?
The vast array of foot and ankle injuries spans all age groups, demanding specialized care from qualified orthopedic specialists. Symptoms may include:
- Pain
- Stiffness
- Swelling
- Deformities
- A popping noise or sensation in the joint
- Clicking or grinding in the joint
- Heel pain
- Unable to bear weight
- Bruising
- Limited range of motion
- Weakness in the ankle joint
How are Foot and Ankle Injuries Treated?
A plethora of treatment options is available for foot and ankle injuries. While minor injuries may self-heal with RICE therapy (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation), more severe cases may require comprehensive treatment approaches. This intervention may allow the issue to resolve on its own, but it’s important to talk to your doctor if your foot or ankle symptoms aren’t relieved by conservative methods.
Our Carolina Orthopedic & Neurosurgical Associates team is ready to guide patients through the most appropriate and effective courses of action, ensuring comprehensive healing and recovery. We serve patients from Spartanburg, SC, Duncan, SC, and Greenville, SC.
