How your podiatrist in Tyler, TX, can help you get relief
Everyone suffers from foot pain occasionally, but if your foot pain happens more frequently, you need to seek out the services of a foot expert–your podiatrist. Dr. James Kent at East Texas Foot & Ankle Centers in Tyler, TX, provides a wide range of podiatry services, including diagnosis and treatment of foot pain.
Your feet take on a lot of stress. They carry your weight throughout your life. They help you enjoy sports and activities. They help you live better, so it’s only natural for your feet to need some extra care.
When you suffer from foot pain, it can be caused by a few conditions, including:
- Plantar fasciitis, resulting in heel pain
- Diabetes, resulting in neuropathy
- Bunions, resulting in pain around your big toe joint
- Hammertoe, resulting in pain in your toe joints
- Fallen arches, resulting in overall foot pain
You should visit your podiatrist if your foot pain is:
- Not resolving after one week
- Getting worse or more frequent
- Impacting your ability to walk or stay active
- Affecting your quality of life
Depending on the cause of your foot pain, the podiatrist may recommend:
- 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, and to realign your foot
There are some steps you can take to help prevent foot pain. Remember to:
- Avoid going barefoot
- Always wear supportive, comfortable shoes
- Wear the right shoes for the activity you are doing
- Visit your podiatrist regularly, especially if you suffer from diabetes, arthritis, and other medical conditions affecting your feet.
To find out more about the causes and treatment of foot pain and how your podiatrist can help you get relief, call Dr. James Kent at East Texas Foot & Ankle Centers in Tyler, TX. You can reach him in the office by calling (903) 939-3668, so call today.