If you are an athlete who is experiencing foot or ankle pain, or if you are concerned about your risk of injury, it is important to see a sports podiatrist. A sports podiatrist can help you identify the cause of your pain, develop a treatment plan to help you recover, and prevent future injuries.
Here are some of the benefits of seeing a sports podiatrist:
- Sports podiatrists are trained to assess and treat a wide range of foot and ankle problems.
- Sports podiatrists can provide individualized treatment plans to help athletes return to their sport as quickly and safely as possible.
- Sports podiatrists can provide education and advice to athletes on how to prevent injuries.
If you are an athlete who is experiencing foot or ankle pain, or if you are concerned about your risk of injury, it is important to see a sports podiatrist. A sports podiatrist can help you identify the cause of your pain, develop a treatment plan to help you recover, and prevent future injuries.
Sport & Exercise Podiatry Services
Sports and exercise podiatry is a specialty within podiatry that focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of foot and ankle injuries and conditions in athletes. Sports podiatrists are trained to assess and treat a wide range of foot and ankle problems, including:
- Plantar fasciitis
- Achilles tendinitis
- Shin splints
- Stress fractures
- Ankle sprains
- Foot deformities
- Ingrown toenails
- Bunions
- Hammertoes
- Calluses
- Corns
Sports podiatrists also work with athletes to develop individualized treatment plans to help them return to their sport as quickly and safely as possible. These plans may include:
- Rest
- Ice
- Compression
- Elevation (RICE)
- Physical therapy
- Orthotics
- Shoe wear modification
- Injections
- Surgery
Sports podiatrists can also provide education and advice to athletes on how to prevent injuries, such as:
- Warming up and cooling down properly
- Wearing the right footwear
- Proper technique
- Cross-training
- Managing stress