Ankle and Foot Care
Chronic pain in the foot or ankle can impact every aspect of your life. A proper diagnosis by an experienced ankle and foot care doctor can save you from the frustration of poor treatment plans and failed surgeries.
IBJI’s highly-trained, collaborative team of orthopedic surgeons and podiatrists can help you get back your strength, flexibility, and quality of life.
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If this is a medical emergency, dial 911 immediately or visit one of IBJI’s OrthoAccess Immediate Care locations.
Should I See an Orthopedic Surgeon or Podiatrist for Ankle and Foot Care?
While IBJI’s orthopedic surgeons (MDs) and podiatrists (DPMs) have extensive training in ankle and foot care, some conditions may be more appropriate for one type of provider over another.
Our patient support team can help you get scheduled to see the best specialist for your condition or injury.
Talk to an expert at the medical office or clinic where you’d like to be seen.
Conditions, Disorders, and Injuries
You don’t have to live with debilitating foot or ankle pain. IBJI’s specialists are trained to diagnose conditions and injuries of the foot and ankle, including sprains, bunions, stress fractures, and more. They will find out what’s causing your pain and work with you on the best ankle or foot care plan.
Causes of Ankle Pain
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Achilles Tendon Injury
- Animal Bites
- Ankle Arthritis
- Ankle Cyst
- Ankle Deformity
- Ankle Inflammation
- Ankle Injury
- Ankle Instability
- Ankle Laceration
- Bone Tumors
- Broken Ankle
- Bruised Ankle
- Burns
- Chronic Ankle Pain
- Diabetes-Related Issues
- Dislocated Ankle
- Failed Ankle Replacement
- Footballer’s Ankle
- Gout
- Infections
- Multicentric Carpotarsal Osteolysis Syndrome
- Nerve Conditions
- Peroneal Tendonitis
- Pilon Fractures
- Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction
- Rolled Ankle
- Sprained Ankle
- Strained Ankle
- Talus Fractures
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
- Traumatic Injuries
- Twisted Ankle
- Weak Ankle
Causes of Foot Pain
- Adult-Acquired Flatfoot
- Animal Bites
- Arthritis: Big Toe Joint
- Arthritis: Hindfoot
- Arthritis: Midfoot
- Athlete’s Foot
- Bone Tumors
- Broken Toe
- Bunions
- Burns
- Charcot Foot
- Chronic Foot Pain
- Claw Toe
- Collapsed Arch
- Corns
- Diabetes-Related Issues
- Foot Callus
- Foot Deformity
- Foot Drop
- Foot Injury
- Foot Laceration
- Gout
- Hammer Toe
- Heel Pain
- Heel Spurs
- Infections
- Ingrown Toenail
- Jones Fractures
- Morton’s Neuroma
- MTP Synovitis
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Plantar Wart
- Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction
- Sesamoiditis
- Traumatic Injuries
Ankle and Foot Treatments
IBJI’s experienced team includes specialists in advanced surgical and non-surgical treatments for ankle and foot conditions and injuries. They will work with you to develop an ankle or foot care plan that fits your lifestyle and provides the pain relief and mobility you’re looking for.
Non-Surgical
- Acupuncture
- Bracing
- Casting
- Custom Orthotics
- Footwear Recommendations
- Functional Rehabilitation
- Gait Retraining
- Heat/Ice
- Imaging (MRIs and CT scans)
- Immediate Care
- Injections
- Massage Therapy
- NSAIDs and Steroids
- Nutrition Counseling
- Occupational Therapy
- Pain Management
- Pilates
- Physical Therapy
- Splints
- Weight Loss Assistance
Surgical
- Achilles Tendon Repair
- Amputation
- Ankle Fusion
- Ankle Reconstruction
- Ankle Replacement
- Bone Fusions
- Bunion Surgery
- Foot Fracture Surgery
- Internal Fixation Surgery
- Metatarsal Surgery
- Morton’s Neuroma Surgery
- Nerve Decompression Surgery
- Nerve Release Surgery
- Nerve Repair
- Open Reduction Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
- Replantation
- Tendon Repair
- Tendon Reconstruction
- Tendon Transfer
- Toe Deformity Surgery
- Supramalleolar Osteomy
- Surgical Drainage (Debridement)
FAQs About Foot and Ankle Care
If you’ve tried home remedies and rest for your foot or ankle pain and it doesn’t improve, you should see a specialist who can diagnose your condition.
Get medical attention right away if you experience any of the following:
- Severe pain or swelling
- An open wound or deformity
- You can’t put weight on your foot or ankle
- Redness, warmth, or tenderness in the area
- A fever greater than 100° F (37.8° C)
Ankle pain without a known injury could be caused by a medical condition. Some conditions associated with ankle pain include (but are not limited to):
- Animal Bites
- Ankle Arthritis
- Ankle Cyst
- Ankle Deformity
- Bone Tumors
- Diabetes-Related Issues
- Failed Ankle Replacement
- Gout
- Infections
- Multicentric Carpotarsal Osteolysis Syndrome
- Nerve Conditions
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
An experienced foot and ankle doctor can diagnose what is causing your pain and recommend the right ankle care plan for your condition.
The most common types of arthritis that affect the foot and ankle are osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and posttraumatic arthritis. The symptoms vary depending on which joint is affected, but an arthritic joint will be painful and inflamed in most cases.
Symptoms typically develop over time and can include:
- Pain with movement
- Increased pain after vigorous activity
- Tenderness
- Swelling, warmth, and redness around the joint
- Increased pain or swelling in the morning
Every extra pound of weight you carry puts that much more pressure on the weight-bearing joints in your feet and ankles. Because of this, overweight and obese people are at higher risk for foot and ankle conditions and injuries, including:
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Tendinitis
- Bone Spurs
- Ankle Arthritis
- Gout
Foot pain that feels worse at night could be caused by several foot injuries or conditions, including peripheral neuropathy or a pinched nerve. The best way to find out what is causing your pain is to get a proper diagnosis from an experienced podiatrist who can recommend an advanced foot care plan.
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Check out this collection of videos for more information about some of the most common problems diagnosed and treated by IBJI’s ankle and foot care specialists.
Why Choose IBJI’s Ankle and Foot Specialists
At IBJI, our ankle and feet care specialists combine their deep knowledge and expertise with compassion and care for each patient’s unique needs. We listen to your concerns and provide a comprehensive range of procedures and treatments for your injury or chronic pain.
Find a specialist, make your appointment today, and get on a path to recovery.
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If foot or ankle pain from an injury or chronic condition is holding you back, the expert team at IBJI can help.
Take control of your ankle and foot health by requesting an appointment for an MRI or CT scan today.
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