Chronic Foot Pain & When To Have Your Foot Examined
Feb 8, 2022
Experiencing chronic foot pain? Have a wound that won鈥檛 heal? You might need to see a foot specialist. Robert Liddiard, DPM, a podiatrist at 网曝门事件 Health and Rideout, recommends when to seek help.
鈥 If you鈥檙e having chronic foot pain: 鈥淭his could be a sign of underlying concerns like arthritis or flatfeet, which can be treated through supportive arches, physical therapy or injections,鈥 Dr. Liddiard says
鈥 If you have a wound that won鈥檛 heal: 鈥淚t鈥檚 important to seek immediate care,鈥 Dr. Liddiard says. 鈥淚f untreated, a foot ulcer can get infected and lead to limb loss, but it鈥檚 treatable if found early.鈥
鈥 If you can鈥檛 put weight on your foot or ankle: 鈥淵ou could have an injury to the bones, ligaments or tendons in your foot,鈥 Dr. Liddiard says. 鈥淎 podiatrist can evaluate your symptoms and recommend a treatment plan.鈥
Do you need care for your feet? Visit 网曝门事件HealthRideout.org/Podiatry to learn more.