Luckily, we are highly skilled in treating a variety of conditions and issues. Whether you have slight discomfort or severe pain, we can provide you with care that allows you to live the lifestyle you want!
These are just some of the conditions, treatments, and services you will find at our podiatric office. Just ask us if you have any questions!
- Custom Orthotics
- Surgical Corrections of Foot Disorders
- Sports Medicine
- Wound Care
- Digital XRays
- PRP Injections
- 3D Scanner for Custom Orthotics
- Elderly Foot Care
- Foot Deformities
Custom Orthotics
Custom foot orthotics are designed to align the foot and ankle into the most anatomically efficient position. They look similar to insoles, but are biomedical appliances that are custom made to correct your specific foot imbalance. The plastic body of the custom orthotic helps to re-align the foot while you walk. We understand that everyone is different, which is why custom foot orthotics are made just for you.
Surgical Corrections of Foot Disorders
In most cases, invasive methods are not necessary to correct many foot disorders. Though in more extreme conditions, surgery may be required. The need for surgery will depend on the severity of the condition, the amount of pain the patient is experiencing, and the patient’s past response to various treatments.
Sports Medicine
We know how much your foot health can impact your athletic performance, and it is our priority to help get you off of the sidelines and back in the game. Whether you are dealing with a recurring injury or an accident from the big game, we are here to support you through each step of your therapy. Below is a list of some of the most common sports and sports-related injuries we see in our office:
- Martial Arts and Kickboxing: Plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, sesamoiditis, and ankle sprains. Proper stretching is vital to injury prevention, specifically, a minimum of 15 minutes before beginning exercise.
- Aerobics: With 26 bones in the foot and impact forces reaching up to six times the force of gravity, proper shoes are essential when participating in aerobics. Shoes must provide shock absorption and proper cushioning, as well as stability.
- Team Sports: Baseball, basketball, soccer, football, field hockey, and lacrosse often lead to foot and ankle injuries. Artificial surfaces, improper footwear, and inadequate stretching are recipes for disaster.
Wound Care
Ulcers on the foot may not always come with pain, but they are serious conditions that should be evaluated by a medical professional. The symptoms of ulcers may include drainage, or red, inflamed tissue. To properly diagnose and develop a treatment plan x-rays may be ordered.
Digital X-Rays
At Northern Arizona Podiatry, we value your time and are proud to offer our patients in-house, state-of-the-art digital radiographs. We understand that proper treatment begins with an accurate diagnosis, and our digital x-ray service enables us to diagnose and confirm any bone or soft tissue injuries and conditions that can be hard to determine through a physical exam. Unlike traditional x-rays that use film, digital x-rays are safer exposing patients to less radiation and faster allowing doctors to view results within minutes. With this state-of-the-art technology, we can save you time and begin customizing treatment and therapies for your needs.
PRP Injections
Northern Arizona Podiatry is excited to announce we are now offering PRP injections.
PRP stands for Platelet-Rich Plasma, which is a type of regenerative medicine that uses a patient’s own blood to promote healing and tissue regeneration. The process involves extracting a small amount of a patient’s blood and then processing it in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets and growth factors.
Platelets are tiny blood cells that play an important role in the body’s natural healing process. They contain growth factors and cytokines that help to promote cell growth, tissue repair, and help the body heal in a natural way. By concentrating the platelets and growth factors in the blood, PRP injections can provide a potent dose of these healing substances to the site of an injury or damage. Unlike PRP, which helps repair the damaged tissue, steroid injections are often given in place of PRP. However, the steroids are only reducing inflammation which in turn reduces pain and are not helping to repair the damaged tissue like PRP does.
PRP injections are commonly used to treat a range of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, such as tendonitis, osteoarthritis, and sports injuries. The procedure is minimally invasive, and typically involves injecting the concentrated PRP directly into the affected area and may need ultrasound guidance for exact placement.