Ankle and Foot Pain
Foot and ankle trauma can be a long term debilitating injury that requires multiple treatment options.
Strains, sprains, fractures and trauma can easily cause enough swelling and pain to take you off of your feet and out of your life.
The joint between the big or little toe and the foot called the MTP (metatarsophalangeal) will form a bony bump. This can cause pain and discomfort when pushing your toe into the others.
Common causes of Ankle & Foot Pain?
Strains, sprains, fractures and trauma often occur in active sports, high impact excersice. It is also quite common to strain or sprain your ankle or foot simply walking on uneven surfaces or an accidental slip or fall.
What are the treatments for Ankle & Foot Truama?
We always look for the most holistic approach first. Treatments for Ankle and Foot Trauma can be as simple as stabilizing the injury with a brace or splint, anti-inflammatory oral or topical medication and various forms of stretching and physical therapy. In more severe cases we can assist with a surgical option to repair any damaged tendons, bones , but lets take one step at a time. Pun intended.
Give us a call to discuss your treatment options today.
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