Reasons You May Need Foot and Ankle Surgery

Your feet and ankles need to be strong and flexible because they support your weight and help you move. Medical conditions, injuries, accidents, or genetic issues can all cause problems with your feet and ankles. You may need foot or ankle surgery at some point in your life. The podiatrists at Foot & Ankle Clinic provide comprehensive podiatry services, including foot and ankle surgery. They have several convenient Wisconsin locations including in Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, Rice Lake, Menomonie, Stanley, Shell Lake, and Cumberland, WI.

What You Need To Know About Foot and Ankle Surgery

You might need foot and ankle surgery if you have:

Arthritis, causing joint inflammation and degenerative changes in joints and bones. Common surgeries for this condition include joint fusion, bone realignment, or joint replacement.

Diabetes, causing lack of blood flow, loss of nerve sensation, and delayed healing. Common surgeries for this condition include ulcer treatment or amputations.

Plantar Fasciitis, causing severe heel pain. A common surgery for plantar fasciitis is release of the affected tendon.

Fractures, causing broken or dislocated bones. Common surgeries include bone repair, reconstruction, and realignment.

Bunions, causing a bone deformity on the side of your big toe joint. A common surgery for bunions is bunion removal, known as a bunionectomy.

Foot and ankle surgery can provide many benefits, including:

• Permanent pain relief
• Increased mobility without pain
• Improved flexibility when you move
• Increased stability and balance when you are walking or standing
• An easier, more comfortable time putting on and wearing shoes

If you are considering foot and ankle surgery, it’s important to prepare for it, because you may be unable to put weight on your feet or ankles for a period of time. You should:

• Remove any objects from the floor which you can trip over
• Buy easy to prepare meals which don’t require standing for long periods of time
• Complete important errands ahead of time
• Ask for help from family members and friends

Want To Know More About Foot and Ankle Surgery?

To find out more about foot and ankle surgery, talk with the experts. Call the podiatrists at Foot & Ankle Clinic. You can reach them in the Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, Rice Lake, Menomonie, Stanley, or Shell Lake, WI, offices by calling (800) 359-4421 or (715) 235-4274 today to schedule an appointment. Call today.