Podiatry
Podiatry is the study, prevention and treatment of problems of the foot. These may involve anything from a sports injury to an ingrown toenail. A podiatrist may prescribe corrective devices and medication or recommend physical therapy.
Next Steps
Schedule an Appointment
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Wound Care
The podiatrist on our medical staff is trained in wound care and sees patients at the Advanced Healing Wound Care Center at Jackson Purchase Medical Center for issues of the feet, typically seen in Diabetes patients. Foot conditions requiring wound care can be more prevalent in people with the following conditions:
- arthritis
- diabetes
- heart disease and stroke
- high cholesterol
- obesity
- poor blood circulation
When to Seek Treatment
Aside from obvious foot injuries, you may be in need of podiatric care if you experience any of the following:
- arthritis
- blisters
- bunions
- calluses
- corns
- dry or cracked heel skin
- flat feet
- foot infections
- foot injuries
- foot ligament or muscle pain
- hammer toes
- heel pain
- heel spurs
- ingrown toenails
- nail infections
- neuromas
- smelly feet
- sprains
- warts
