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Foot podiatrist is a physician who assesses, diagnoses and treats foot conditions. They are also sometimes known as the “foot and ankle surgeon”. Many of us may suffer from foot and ankle issues due to chronic illness like arthritis or diabetes. But in addition to that, daily activities related to the foot can also cause foot and ankle problems.
If you are suffering from acute pain in your foot and ankle, instead of trying homemade remedies, it is best to consult a foot podiatrist for an immediate and effective outcome. A foot podiatrist will provide you with a range medical care for issues related to your foot, ankle or lower leg. A foot podiatrist is an expert in treating foot conditions, and it is best to seek their advice before your foot or ankle related issue becomes severe.
Here are some of the reasons why you should see a foot podiatrist.
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# If you are a diabetic
It is generally observed that the cuts and wounds in a person with diabetes take a lot of time to heal. And so, if a person with diabetes has got any foot injuries, he or she should rush to a podiatrist to avoid infection. A diabetic person should have an annual foot exam performed by a podiatrist.
# Running or exercising
If you are new to running or exercising, it is best to seek the advice of a podiatrist before you are injured with shin splints, runners’ knee etc. If you are new to sports like basketball, football and netball, you tend to put a lot of pressure on your lower limbs and feet. Playing such sports on a regular basis can create foot or ankle issues. If you want to avoid such situations, you can consult a foot podiatrist and take notes about which shoes to wear for your body type and running style.
# Experiencing pain while performing daily activities
If you are in immense pain while performing your daily activities, you should seek the advice of a foot podiatrist as soon as possible. The pain may be due to tendonitis, a broken bone, a fracture, a sprained ankle or a foot injury that wasn’t treated properly. If you notice that your feet are often red, tender or swollen, that is the cue for you to visit a podiatrist.
# People with flat feet
A person with flat feet is likely to suffer from acute pain in the feet, heels, knees, hips, back and neck as the flat places immense force on the body. A person with flat feet may tend to suffer from bunions, plantar fasciitis and knee pain. To correct your foot position to the neutral position, a podiatrist can design orthotics suited to work with your body conditions.
# People with nail problems
Toenails tend to cause problems for some people. If the toenail grows into the skin, it can cause an infection. You should never attempt to treat it on your own as you may simply make the situation worse. It is always best to take the counsel of an expert in such cases. A podiatrist will treat your affected area and prescribe the necessary medicines.
# If you are suffering from heel pain
If you are suffering from continuous heel pain, and that pain is intense when you wake up in the morning, you need to see a podiatrist immediately. Such pains may result in plantar fasciitis. Also, if you notice a bony growth on the heel, you should rush to a podiatrist quickly.
# Corns and calluses
If you have corns and calluses that are thick, you can suffer from intense pain. And the best remedy at hand is to consult a podiatrist. A foot podiatrist may prescribe you cortisone injections to reduce the pain.
A fit and healthy body is the key to a happy life. You should never compromise with your health and take better care of it to lead a comfortable life.