When To See a Podiatrist for Foot Pain

Your podiatrists in Birmingham and Sylacauga, AL, can help you get relief from foot pain

Occasional foot pain is a common issue, but if you suffer from chronic foot pain, it can dramatically affect your life. You can lose mobility and become inactive, which can affect your body, mind, and spirit. Fortunately, your podiatrist is an expert at diagnosing the cause and treating your foot pain.

Dr. Robert Russell and Dr. James Bowman at Podiatry Associates provide comprehensive foot and ankle services, including treatment of foot pain. They have two convenient office locations in Birmingham, and Sylacauga, AL, to help you.

Foot pain can be caused by a wide variety of issues, including:

• Plantar fasciitis
• Diabetes
• Bunions
• Hammertoe
• Fallen arches
• Tendon and ligament strain
• Bone fractures

So, when should you see your podiatrist for foot pain? You should treat your feet to a podiatry visit if:

• Your foot pain doesn’t resolve in a week
• Your foot pain is getting worse
• Your foot pain impacts your ability to walk
• Your foot pain affects your daily life

Your podiatrist offers a wide variety of treatments to help treat the cause and relieve your foot pain. Some of the most common treatments include:

Orthotics, to help relieve plantar fasciitis, bunions, hammertoe, and other conditions.

Physical therapy, to help relieve stiffness and restore mobility and flexibility.

Medications, to reduce swelling, inflammation, and pain.

Surgery, to remove bunions, correct hammertoe, and repair bone fractures, to realign your foot.

You should also visit your podiatrist at least once each year if you have a medical condition that affects your feet. Serious medical conditions that can affect your feet include:

• Diabetes
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Osteoarthritis
• Obesity

Your podiatrist can help you learn to manage your medical condition and help prevent foot pain.

To learn more about the causes and treatment of foot pain and how your podiatrist can help you get relief, call Dr. Robert Russell and Dr. James Bowman at Podiatry Associates. You can reach them in Birmingham, AL, by calling (205) 933-9595, or in their office in Sylacauga, AL, by calling (256) 249-2212, so call now.