Dr. Robert Russell, Dr. James Bowman, Dr. Rupa Jayagopal and Dr. Edward Stanulevich are your Podiatry Associates in Birmingham and Sylacauga, AL. Podiatrists specialize in taking the best care of your feet so you can stay healthy and active. Read about why you might need a podiatrist and contact us today for an appointment.
What Is a Podiatrist?
A podiatrist is a physician who has completed additional training in diagnosing and treating issues in the feet, ankles, and related structures of the leg. Podiatrists can help you rehabilitate from a foot injury, or help preserve your foot health to keep you active and on your feet.
Who Needs To See a Podiatrist?
Anyone can benefit from being evaluated by a podiatrist, but podiatrists commonly help child and adult patients with various foot deformities keep their feet healthy. Diabetics are more prone to infections and should see a podiatrist at least once a year and any time they experience a foot injury or wound to help prevent complications that could put them at risk for amputation.
If you are an athlete or a very active individual, you should also check in with a podiatrist regularly and talk about your sports of choice. Learn specific stretches from your foot doctor to prevent injury when you are engaging in intense activity.
When Should I See a Podiatrist?
Even when you don't have a chronic condition, you need to see a podiatrist when you notice any foot pain that has gotten worse over time and any time you encounter a foot issue. The most common issues we treat at our practice include bunions, hammertoes, ingrown toenails, and injuries like stress fractures and sprains and strains.
Get Back on Your Feet
Podiatry Associates is here for you with a talented team of foot doctors to help keep your feet healthy so you can live an active life. Dr. Russell, Dr. Bowman, Dr. Jayagopal and Dr. Stanulevich are your go-to podiatrists in Birmingham and Sylacauga, AL. Contact us to make an appointment in Birmingham, AL, at (205) 933-9595, and in Sylacauga, AL, at (256) 249-2212.