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The Importance of Regular Foot Care

You might not think about your feet all that often, but they really are the foundation upon which your entire body is built. And if they start to break down, the rest of your body won’t be far behind. 

Why Routine Foot Care Is So Important

Ignoring the dull aches and pains of an overuse sports injury like stress fractures, plantar fasciitis, and tendinitis can cause those injuries to become chronic—or even worsen to the point where they become full fractures or ruptures.

Seeing us when your toes are only just starting to drift out of alignment—as the case might be for an early bunion or hammertoe—gives you more options to manage the condition conservatively, rather than wait until surgery is the only remaining option.

Failing to act when you start noticing intermittent tingling sensations in your toes could set you down the path to peripheral neuropathy or foot ulcers.

Even something as seemingly minor as keeping your toenails neatly trimmed can make a bigger difference than you might realize. Let them grow too long, or cut them too short or improperly, and you could wind up with painful (and possibly infected) ingrown toenails!

Advanced care options like laser therapy and reconstructive surgery may get all the attention. And yes, we’ve very proud of all the cutting-edge treatments and latest-and-greatest protocols our team can provide.

That includes services such as:

  • Regular toenail trimming. This is a particularly valuable service for seniors, those with especially thick toenails, or those with disabilities that make toenail trimming difficult. This can significantly reduce your risk of developing ingrown or fungal toenails.
  • Fungal toenail treatments. We offer advanced laser therapy, which is both safer and more effective than using oral medications.
  • Dealing with corns and calluses. These skin problems can be frustrating and sometimes painful, but attempting to remove them yourself can be dangerous and risk infection. We’ll treat them professionally in a safe environment.
  • Other skin care services. This includes wart removal, soothing cracked heels, dealing with a stubborn case of athlete’s foot or eczema, etc.
  • Custom orthotics. The ultimate in preventive care, custom orthotics provide extra cushioning and support to compensate for any mechanical or gait abnormalities your feet may have. This can greatly reduce your ongoing risk of developing foot pain.
  • Diabetic shoes. If you have diabetes, you may greatly benefit from a pair of diabetic shoes. These offer extra depth to accommodate custom orthotics, as well as other handy features to reduce the risk of foot ulcers.
  • Nerve and circulatory health screenings. Particularly important if you have diabetes. Often the early warning signs of peripheral neuropathy or peripheral vascular disease may be detectible via screening tests long before you notice symptoms. Identifying them early gives you time to prevent them from worsening.​

If you have diabetes, we strongly recommend you get a comprehensive foot checkup at least once per year.

If you don’t have diabetes and haven’t gotten a full check-up in several years—or maybe ever—it’s still a wise decision to come in, especially if you’ve experienced any recent symptoms of foot pain. Your feet can reveal a lot about your overall health!

Source: anklefoot

RIVERA FOOT & ANKLE: At Orlando H.Rivera DPM, our priority is to deliver quality care to informed patients in a comfortable and convenient setting. When you have problems with your feet, you need to turn to a podiatrist who listens and responds… an experienced doctor who knows the field and can effectively diagnose and treat your needs… a friendly physician who counsels you on the best ways to maintain and improve your health. Our physician(s) meet all these criteria. Plus, you benefit from a dedicated team of trained professionals who give you the individualized attention you deserve.

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