Podiatrists can perform surgery: Podiatrists are trained surgeons and can perform a variety of procedures on the foot and ankle, including bunion and hammertoe correction, heel surgery, and ankle arthroscopy.
Podiatrists can treat conditions beyond the foot and ankle: Podiatrists can diagnose and treat lower leg conditions such as shin splints, calf pain, and varicose veins.
Podiatrists can provide care for children and seniors: Podiatrists can evaluate and treat foot and ankle conditions in children, as well as provide care for common foot and ankle problems that occur as we age.
Podiatrists can help with sports injuries: Podiatrists are experts in the diagnosis and treatment of sports-related foot and ankle injuries, and can provide recommendations for preventing these types of injuries.
Podiatrists can help with biomechanical issues: Podiatrists can evaluate your gait and provide recommendations for shoes and inserts to help alleviate pain caused by biomechanical issues such as overpronation or flat feet.
Podiatrist can also be involved in wound care: Podiatrist can help with wound care by providing debridement, dressings and offloading to help prevent amputation.
Podiatrist can work in multidisciplinary teams: Podiatrist can work with other healthcare professionals such as orthopedic surgeons, rheumatologists, and diabetes educators to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex conditions.
