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Up to 87% of the population experiences foot pain at some point in their lives. If foot or ankle discomfort is keeping you off your feet, see the experts at The Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center in Arverne, Far Rockaway, and Jamaica, Queens, and another in the Red Hook neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. They diagnose and treat foot and ankle injuries to restore your mobility and quality of life. Schedule an in-person or virtual evaluation at The Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center by calling the nearest New York City office or requesting one online today.
Foot and Ankle Injuries Q & A
What are foot and ankle injuries?
Foot and ankle injuries can affect the muscles, bones, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, or nerves in your feet and/or ankles. These injuries are common, particularly among athletes and people with certain chronic diseases. Sprains and fractures are common injuries that may keep you off your feet for a period of time.
The Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center team can diagnose and treat foot or ankle injuries to ease discomfort and disability.
What are examples of common foot and ankle injuries?
Examples of common foot and ankle injuries that may cause pain include:
- Bunions
- Heel spurs
- Strains
- Sprains
- Foot or ankle fractures
- Hammertoes
- Ingrown toenail
- Corns
- Calluses
- Achilles tendonitis
- Collapsed arches
- Arthritis-related joint degeneration
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Morton’s neuroma
- Plantar fasciitis
- Heel pain
If you develop ongoing or severe foot or ankle discomfort, see the experts at The Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center for an evaluation.
What are the symptoms of foot and ankle injuries?
The following may indicate a foot or ankle injury:
- Pain
- Numbness
- Tingling
- Burning
- Swelling
- Redness
- Bruising
- Warmth
- Visible foot or ankle deformity
- Stiffness
- Weakness
- Decreased range of motion
You might experience difficulty bearing weight on the affected foot or ankle because of a lower extremity injury.
What can cause foot and ankle injuries?
Anyone can develop foot and ankle injuries. They could occur while playing sports, falling, exercising on uneven surfaces, jumping, or walking barefoot outdoors. Other risk factors include a physically demanding job, car accident, foot deformity, overtraining, arthritis, osteoporosis, or other chronic diseases.
How are foot and ankle injuries diagnosed?
Diagnosing foot and ankle injuries at The Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center begins with a discussion about your symptoms, medical history, lifestyle, and how the injury occurred. Your provider examines your feet and ankles and may order X-rays, an MRI, an ultrasound, a CT scan, or other diagnostic tests.
How are foot and ankle injuries treated?
Your customized foot and ankle injury treatment plan may consist of:
- Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE)
- Physical therapy
- Bracing, splinting, casting, or a walking boot
- Wound care
- Fracture care
- Orthotics (shoe inserts)
- Medications
- Injections
- Surgery
You might need to alter your physical activity while your foot or ankle heals. The Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center team follows up to ensure your treatment is effective.
Schedule an in-person or telehealth foot and ankle injury evaluation at The Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center by calling the office or using the online booking feature today.