Your feet don't lie. Listen to them when they are trying to get your attention! They are your support system for activities that require you to stand, walk, or run. A problem with your feet and ankles can cause pain and disability for a long time. Right after you become aware of a problem with your feet or ankles, consult a podiatrist. Dr. Michael Cherella and Dr. Kyle Shaw, our podiatrists in Mullica Hill, NJ from Mullica Hill Foot and Ankle, specialize in diagnosing and treating foot and ankle injuries.
What Is a Podiatrist?
Sometimes referred to as foot doctors, they treat more than just the feet. A podiatrist is a highly trained physician who specializes in the treatment of injuries and conditions specific to the foot, ankle, and lower leg. If you encounter an issue with your feet or ankles, a podiatrist will give you a more accurate and specific diagnosis of why you are having pain beyond what other providers can determine. If you are searching for a podiatrist in Mullica Hill, NJ, your search is over.
What Symptoms and Conditions Should I See a Podiatrist For?
Reasons to see a podiatrist are:
- Heel pain: This is commonly caused by plantar fasciitis. However, a podiatrist will make the most accurate diagnosis and ensure other issues are not responsible for your heel pain.
- Trauma: Anything that involves an external injury to the feet, such as dropping a heavy object on your foot, or involvement in a car accident that injures your foot or ankle are reasons to see a podiatrist.
- Sports injuries: Damage to the feet and ankle are common injuries we see because of sports, most commonly a result of overuse injuries. This is when the ligaments, tendons, or muscles in and around the ankle and foot are overstressed. Examples are shin splints and tendonitis.
- Ingrown toenails: Easily treatable, but causes significant pain if ignored.
- Hammertoes: Address this one ASAP. This is an unnatural bend of the toe or toes that can progress quickly to a very painful condition that requires surgery.
- Bunions: Bunions involve dislocation of the big toe joint. This can cause a bump to develop on the inside of your foot at the base of the big toe.
- Plantar warts: Caused by a virus that lives on the sole of your foot and infects the skin, they may retreat on their own. However, you should consult a podiatrist to make sure they're all gone.
- Neuropathy: If you have diabetes, you may know about the pain and misery that peripheral neuropathy can cause. Neuropathy causes the disruption of nerve signals from the brain to the foot. And the foot to the brain. It can also disrupt circulation and can result in severe pain, tingling, or even numbness.
Contact Us
If you have any of the above complaints in Mullica Hill, NJ, a podiatrist visit is warranted. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Cherella or Dr. Shaw by calling (856) 223-9939.