Foot & Ankle Injuries
Georgetown, TX Sport Medicine Podiatrists, Foot & Ankle Pain Specialists - Dr. Brent S. Wood, DPM
Advanced Injury & Pain Recovery
Many of our patients present with foot or ankle injuries. These injuries could be the result of simply tripping on the stairs, stepping on a foreign object while barefoot or from playing their favorite sports activity.
What Foot or Ankle Injuries Do We Treat?
Common sports foot or ankle injuries that Georgetown Foot & Ankle treats include:
Tendinitis | Achilles Tendon Issues
Hallux Rigidus Or “Turf Toe”
Morton’s Neuroma
Running Foot or Ankle Injuries
Ankle Sprains
Foot & Ankle Fractures
Gait Abnormalities
Balance Issues And Biomechanics
Warts, Calluses, And Blisters
Don't let foot or ankle injuries sideline you from the activities you love
Schedule your appointment with our Sports Injury Foot and Ankle Doctor in Georgetown, TX and learn all your treatment options.
Tendon Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Achilles tendinitis is a medical condition that causes pain along the back of the leg near the heel. This happens when the Achilles tendon is constantly abused. This condition is common among athletes and middle age people who are actively engaged in sport activities.
The Achilles tendon is a band of tissue that connects calf muscles at the back of the lower leg to your heel bone. It allows a person to extend the foot and point the toes to the floor. This is also the thickest, longest and strongest tendon of the body.
Tendon injury treatment & management
Generally, tendons such as the Achilles tendon do not heal rapidly or completely. A lifestyle change is sometimes needed to prevent the recurrence of Achilles tendinitis. The aim in treating Achilles tendinitis is to relieve the pain and reduce the swelling. Treatment of the symptoms includes:
Resting the Leg
PRP - Stem Cell Therapy
Heel Lift
Keep The Heel and Tendon Still By Using a Brace or Cast
Cold Compression Therapy
Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Medication
Physical Therapy
Surgery may be needed if the symptoms do not improve. It is best to consult a foot specialist for an assessment of the severity of the condition and select the best procedure to repair the Achilles tendon.
Book an appointment with our Foot and Ankle Pain Doctor today for a comprehensive evaluation.
Foot & Ankle Fractures
A broken bone is also known as a fracture. There is a common misconception that a broken bone is worse than a fracture. In reality they are the same. There are many different types of fractures or breaks. A bone can be broken and the fragments can be out of position. We call this a displaced fracture. Conversely, if they are in good alignment it's called a non-displaced fracture. If a bone is broken and you can barely see it on an x-ray, it is a hairline fracture. Finally, if a bone is broken and one of the fragments has punctured the skin, we call this an open or compound fracture. Since open fractures can easily become infected immediate surgical management is required.
Broken bones are usually splinted initially to prevent bone movement and further damage to the soft tissues that surround them. If the fracture is displaced it may need to be set. In certain fractures, setting them can be difficult. In these types of fractures, surgery is also indicated. This will provide the best opportunity for healing.
Even though all of this sounds very scary, most fractures can be managed in a cast without going to the OR. Even simple fractures of the toes respond very well to this treatment. And yes, we do put casts on toes. Not the plaster or fiberglass most people think of. Instead, we use a mesh tape which holds the toe in place.
If you have a foot or ankle injury please call us immediately. Georgetown Foot & Ankle will make every attempt to see you ASAP.
Ankle Sprains and Instabilities
Importance of Ankle Injury Treatment
Ankle sprains are an extremely common injury. They involve possible joint damage resulting in swelling, instability and pain, to more severe damage, such as torn ligaments, bruised cartilage and broken bones. Immediate treatment includes rest, ice, compression and anti-inflammatories.
Unfortunately, as many as 80% of untreated sprained ankles result in prolonged symptoms. These can include chronic pain or ankle instability, that makes a person prone to repetitive injury later in life and arthritic changes.
In our practice, we utilize the latest technology to determine if there is a fracture, dislocation or torn ligaments. If you've sprained your ankle or have a history of ankle sprains, early evaluation and aggressive treatment is the best way to avoid chronic pain, instability and arthritis of the involved joints.
Make an appointment with our Foot and Ankle Doctor today and learn all your treatment options.