First off a podiatrist is a specialist who focuses on your feet and ankles. Podiatrist are the experts on your feet, heels, and ankles and we should be the first person to call when feeling any discomfort in those areas.
The DPM after our name stands for Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. Podiatrists not only work with seniors, but younger adults also. A podiatrist is also well-qualified to help children and young adults with the problems that they can experience with their feet, heels, and ankles.
Conservative Heel Care
-also known as non-surgical treatment-
-used to treat most heel problems with dramatic results.
-any initial visit to a podiatrist's office will start with a patient history and physical examination.
-diagnostic x-rays and lab tests can also be used to determine treatment.
Podiatrist non surgical treatments include:
-cortisone injections
-oral and topical medications
-heel taping or strapping
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