Podiatrists specialize in assessing and diagnosing issues related to the feet and ankles. These issues can include skin problems, toenail disorders, foot injuries, foot infections, and overuse injuries. Because diabetic patients are at a higher risk for foot related issues, podiatrists also specialize in helping these patients manage their problems. Elderly patients whose feet hinder their activities should be under the care of a podiatrist, as should children who are having foot problems, especially if these problems affect their ability to walk. Podiatrists are also able to diagnose and treat sports related conditions such as sprains, fractures and overuse injuries. If you are struggling with any foot problem, visiting a podiatrist is highly suggested in order to get a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.

If you are experiencing pain in the feet or ankles, don’t join the stubborn majority refusing treatment. Feel free to contact Scott Matthews, DPM, MD from Salem Foot Care . Our doctor can provide the care you need to keep you pain-free and on your feet.

What Is a Podiatrist?

Someone would seek the care of a podiatrist if they have suffered a foot injury or have common foot ailments such as heal spurs, bunions, arch problems, deformities, ingrown toenails, corns, foot and ankle problems, etc.

Podiatric Treatment

A podiatrist will treat the problematic areas of the feet, ankle or lower leg by prescribing the following:

• Physical therapy
• Drugs
• Orthotic inserts or soles
• Surgery on lower extremity fractures

A common podiatric procedure a podiatrist will use is a scanner or force plate which will allow the podiatrist to know the designs of orthotics. Patients are then told to follow a series of tasks to complete the treatment. The computer will scan the foot a see which areas show weight distribution and pressure points. The podiatrist will read the analysis and then determine which treatment plans are available.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office located in Wikesboro, NC . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.