Ankle and Foot Specialist Houston

Stay Active (Physically) - If you are an athlete like myself, you probably hate the fact that you must be subjected to minimal movement and keeping your leg elevated and whatnot. Let me just say this, you are not alone. I thought I was going to go mad when my surgeon told me that I had to stay off of my leg for 6 weeks. However, I learned to cope physically by employing a couple of methods.

Quality Care

When you have problems with your feet, you need to turn to a podiatrist who listens and responds…

Self Care Tips

You can decrease swelling by:

• Resting and not putting weight on your foot
• Elevating your foot on a pillow at or above the level of your heart

Take Care of Your Feet Everyday

Check your feet every day.

• Check your feet for cuts, sores, red spots, swelling, and infected toenails. You may have foot problems, but feel no pain in your feet.
• Check your feet each evening when you take off your shoes.
• If you have trouble bending over to see your feet, use a mirror to help. You can also ask a family member or caregiver to help you.