What are the Most Common Problems Treated by a Podiatrist?

How your podiatrist in Howell Township and Brick, NJ, can help your feet feel better

Foot problems can cause problems with your life. Some foot problems can make it painful to walk, stand, and enjoy your day. Fortunately, your podiatrist is an expert at diagnosis and treatment of foot problems. Drs. Keith Rosenthal, Julian Sansone, and Matthew Blutfield at The Foot And Ankle Center in Howell Township and Brick, NJ, provide comprehensive foot care treatments and services, to help you feel better.

Let’s look at a few of the most common foot problems and how they are treated:

Plantar fasciitis–caused by the thick band of tissue, known as the plantar fascia, becoming inflamed. It’s a common condition among runners. It can also develop if you overpronate, or roll your feet when you walk, or if you walk or stand on hard surfaces for long periods. For plantar fasciitis, your podiatrist may recommend:

• Prescription anti-inflammatory medication
• Custom orthotics and footwear
• Physical therapy
• Corticosteroid injections

A bunion–caused by a genetic deformity in your big toe joint. Bunions are made worse by wearing shoes which are too narrow, causing irritation and inflammation in your big toe joint. For bunions, your podiatrist may recommend:

• Night splints to realign your toe
• Custom orthotics and footwear
• Physical therapy to improve flexibility
• Bunion surgery to remove the bunion and realign your toe

Toenail fungus–caused by exposure to fungus from going barefoot around warm, moist areas like public pools, showers, and gyms. For toenail fungus, your podiatrist may recommend:

• Prescription antifungal cream
• Laser treatment to kill the fungus

Ingrown toenail–caused when your toenail grows down into the surrounding skin. For an ingrown toenail, your podiatrist may recommend:

• Thinning and shaving your toenail to reduce pressure
• Removing part of the toenail so the toenail can grow freely
• Removing the entire toenail so a healthy toenail can grow

When you have foot problems, your podiatrist has the expertise and treatments you need to help your feet feel better. To learn more about common foot problems and how your podiatrist can help, call Drs. Keith Rosenthal, Julian Sansone, and Matthew Blutfield in Howell Township and Brick, NJ, now. Call us at (732) 833-2800 or (732) 477-0441 to schedule a consultation.