Sprain or Strain?

Whether you are a professional athlete or just an average person, your activities may cause an ankle strain or sprain. Both are painful. When the tissue connecting the bones of the ankle is stretched beyond its normal position, a sprain can result. Th is can negatively affect your alignment and inhibit normal movement. Stepping ona surface that is not even, causing the foot to roll to the inside, can result in an ankle sprain. Most ankle sprains can be rehabilitated with ice and physical therapy. If ankle muscles or tendons take the brunt, they can be torn and result in a strain.

Hint: Repetitive activities can cause both sprain and strains.

Foot injuries demand professional, personalized attention. To get the care and treatment your feet deserve, call our office. If you have a foot problem, you’re not walking alone. Four out of fiv e adults suffer from some kind of foot ailment, and many smartly choose to have their problem treated by a podiatrist in foot care. We offer complete family foot care for feet of all shapes and sizes.For an appointment, call us at 207-774-0028. We’re located at 15 Sewall Street, Portland, Maine. We provide personalized, friendly, caring and complete foot and ankle care. Specializing in custom-molded orthotics to treat foot and ankle pain. 

Making It Better

Although numerous foot issues can be addressed successfully with non-surgical treatments, in some cases, surgery is recommended to correct a deformity or help alleviate persistent pain. General foot surgeries and procedures include removing bunions, ingrown toenails, and bony prominences that have caused corns or calluses. On rare occasions, surgery may be needed to remove plantar warts. Bunion removal through surgery can repair deformed bones of the big toe. If surgery is not performed, the bunions can continue growing, resulting in pain and limitedfoot function. Surgery to remove plantar warts relieves the pain upon walking. Surgery for hammertoe eliminates the pain factor and makes it possible for the patient to wear normal shoes.

Hint: Advances in surgical procedures, anesthetics, and pain medication mean that many people can now benefi t from corrective surgery with minimal post-operative discomfort.

Podiatrists treat a variety of podiatric conditions, from general ankle and foot medical care to the comprehensive treatment and reconstructive surgery of complex deformities in children and adults. You’ll receive the highest quality medical care coupled with the personal attention you expect and deserve. Our approach is conservative, gentle, and caring at 15 Sewall Street, Portland, Maine and we welcome your call for family foot care at 207-774-0028. We provide personalized, friendly, caring and complete foot and ankle care.

Specializing in custom-molded orthotics to treat foot and ankle pain. 

Out With Gout

If you have sharp pains in your big toe, accompanied by redness and some swelling, you may have gout. The big to is the most common area affected by this painful medical condition.  The main, underlying cause of gout is the accumulation of uric acid in the body. Diabetes and obesity can “set the stage” for gout. The consumption of alcohol can promote gout as well since it impairs the removal of uric acid from the body. Surprisingly, diuretics and low doses of aspirin can also bring on gout.  After a diagnosis is made by extracting fluid that is found in the joint to eliminate possible bacterial infections, gout is usually addressed with non-steroidal anti-infl ammatory drugs.

Hint: Early diagnosis and treatment of gout is critical to prevent damage to the joints.

Symptoms of gout develop quickly and typically occur in only one joint at a time. We are doctors trained to treat conditions of the foot, ankle, and lower leg. Since any difficulties with your feet can adversely aff ect your comfort and lifestyle, we invite you to call us at 207-774-0028 for an appointment to maximize yourhealth and well-being. We can promise you comprehensive foot care geared to your personal needs at 15 Sewall Street, Portland. Maine.  We provide personalized, friendly, caring and complete foot and ankle care. Specializing in custom molded orthotics to treat foot and ankle pain 

When Feet Smell

Feet perspire more than most parts of the body.  With each foot potentially producing over a pint of sweat on a daily basis, foot odor does not seem unlikely. Sweat is composed of water and salt, it doesn’t have an odor. However, sweat in conjunction with bacteria can produce a “waste” product that bears a pungent odor. If you are experiencing foot odor., see your podiatrists. Medication that is applied to the feet at night may be prescribed. Feet should be bathed daily in lukewarm water with a mild soap and dried thoroughly. Wear natural fiber socks that wick away moisture. Finally, allow your shoes to dry out by not wearing the same pair two days in a row.

Sweaty feet don’t have to be a problem that someone has to suffer from all their lives. There are ways that they can control it. Excessive sweating doesn’t have to be a curse, it’s a problem that can be livable and that doesn’t have to control a person’s life. You will receive the highest quality medical care coupled with the personal attention you expect and deserve.

We’re located at 15 Sewall Street, Portland and welcome you to call 207-774-0028 for family foot care. We provide personalized, friendly, caring and complete foot and ankle care. Specializing in custom-molded orthotics to treat foot and ankle pain and diabetic wound care.

Foot Issues for the Elderly

Disabilities in the elderly are often caused by foot problems. Ingrown toenails, calluses, corns, fungal infections,and other problems can cause pain and result in foot deformities. Many of the foot problems experienced by seniors are the result of inadequate foot care, which can result in an improper gait and increase the chances of falling. Foot health for the elderly can be promoted by diligent daily care. Feet should be cleaned and thoroughly dried. Toenails should be trimmed straight across, and lotion should be applied to the feet and massaged in order to prevent dryness. Proper footwear should be worn to avoid slipping and foot injuries. Seniors should maintain regularly scheduled visits with their podiatrists.

Hint: Examining the feet of an elderly person is an important part of a geriatric evaluation.

For comprehensive foot care for everyone in your family, we welcome you to call us today. Foot problems come from many sources–improper shoes, muscular imbalances, disease, neglect, trauma, heredity, too much physical exertion, even too little movement. If your feet are cramping your lifestyle, professional care is in order. We know that good foot health can enhance your daily existence andimprove your quality of life. Our approach is conservative, gentle, and caring at 15 Sewall Street, Portland. We welcome your call for family foot care at 207-774-0028.  We provide personalized, friendly, caring and complete foot and ankle care. Specializing in custom-molded orthotics to treat foot and ankle pain.