Advanced Bone & Joint

Don’t Skip Foot and Ankle Exams if You Have Foot Pain

Foot pain can happen due to various conditions, such as sprains, fractures, ingrown toenails, ulcers, infections, or bunions. If you have foot pain, it’s important to seek out the help of a podiatrist who can perform a comprehensive foot and ankle exam.  Your podiatrist can recommend treatment options, so your foot pain doesn’t worsen.

Let’s talk more about what’s involved in foot and ankle exams and where you can go in MO for outstanding pain management care.

What to Expect During a Foot and Ankle Exam?

Your podiatrist will first take your medical history and ask you what symptoms you’re currently experiencing during your exam. They will get a list of the current medications and your current health conditions. Your podiatrist will ask you when you first noticed your symptoms, how severe they are, and if they interfere with your daily functioning.

Your podiatrist will check for a range of motion, signs of skin breakdown or wounds, ingrown toenails, and symptoms of sprains or fractures during the exam. If it’s suspected you have a foot infection, the podiatrist may take a swab from the wound and culture it to look for bacterial growth. For severe cases, your podiatrist may send you for an imaging test, such as an x-ray or MRI.

After the exam, your podiatrist will discuss treatment options with you. For problems like sprains or fractures, they may recommend physical therapy or the use of crutches or a brace. For ulcers or infections, they may apply a wound dressing and prescribe either topical or oral antibiotics.

What Does a Foot and Ankle Exam Look For?

Some common conditions that are diagnosed during foot and ankle exams include:

Foot and Ankle Exams in St. Peters, O’Fallon, and Wentzville, MO

If you’re looking to have a foot and ankle exam for foot pain, look no further than Advanced Bone & Joint. We have a podiatrist on staff to help diagnose the cause of your foot pain and offer suggestions for treatment. Many of our treatments can be done right here in our office.

If you have questions or would like to schedule an appointment for a foot and ankle exam, call us today at the office location nearest you. We are conveniently located in St. Peters, O’Fallon, and Wentzville. You can also use our online appointment request form to schedule an appointment.

We look forward to seeing you!